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Christian Service Brigade serves to help the church equip men in their great calling to disciple our next generation. Ohio Valley Region, CSB Ministries is dedicated to encouraging and equipping men to disciple boys and young men to follow Christ, and to live with a biblical worldview. Join with us in this great calling!
The Ohio Valley Region has had a rich history with Christian Service Brigade. The Ohio Valley Region includes Ohio, northern Kentucky and western West Virginia.

Ohio Brigade Camp is where youth can enjoy the outdoors and many adventurous activities while learning more about God and His will for them. We are dedicated to providing a platform for the men of today to equip our next generation to be the godly leaders of tomorrow.


Available Camp Opportunities Include…

  • Camps for young men 7-12 grade
  • Camps for boys 3-6 grade
  • Father & Son camps with age appropriate programs for boys 1-12 grade
  • Father & Daughter camps with girls 2-11 grade
  • Leadership Training camp for young men ages 15-18

For more details see www.ohiobrigadecamp.org

 

The Ohio Valley Regional Council is comprised of a Board of Directors. Their primary purpose is to coordinate the efforts of CSB Ministries, Inc. in its ministry to the churches and men of Ohio.

The Ohio Valley CSB Regional Council meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month. If you are interested in more information, please email our Regional Director, Dale Kinkade, at dkinkade@csbministries.org

The Ohio Brigade Camp Committee oversees the planning and implementation of the Ohio Valley Region, CSB Ministries summer camping ministry held at Stony Glen Camp.

Former Area Representatives / Regional Directors

Carl Gunn

Charlie Stewart

Stan Hoyt

Lowell Gerber

Ben Walker

Bob Lathrop

Jamison Jenkins

Dale Kinkade
Regional Director

 

Ohio CSB Buzz

 

By Dale Kinkade

 

  • 2024 Father and Son Winter Getaway
    by Ohio CSB Buzz on October 16, 2024 at 10:30 pm

     Father-Son Winter Getaway 2024From Ohio Valley Region, CSB MinistriesFriday Night December 6th & Saturday December 7thFathers and sons will have a great time participating in making hiking sticks and wilderness shelters, nerf wars, shooting […]

  • Portage Community Chapel 8090 Represents at the Portage County Fair
    by Ohio CSB Buzz on August 26, 2024 at 6:21 pm

    Portage Community Chapel took the opportunity to display at the Portage County Fair last week, representing their Brigade unit and inviting people to join. They did a great job, and I had a few people take notice and send me pictures of the display. […]

  • And Now... Grandpa
    by Ohio CSB Buzz on August 19, 2024 at 7:04 pm

    I have held many titles over my lifetime so far, but on August 4th I took on the title of Grandpa for the first time. Hadassah Marie Toth was born to Joshua and Madelyn; a healthy 8# 5oz. girl. I will continue to practice teasing in order to live up […]

 

Training 

BECAUSE DISCIPLESHIP MATTERS

Being equipped with fresh materials and relevant ministry approaches is essential for effective Brigade leadership.

 

MISSION AND VISIONING

Understanding why we do what we do is fundamental for any Brigade group. In Christian Service Brigade, our mission is to build godly men of today and tomorrow. We aim to see all generations of men engaging in discipleship within their church and surrounding community.

HOW IT WORKS

Brigade has a lot to offer your church and community. We are committed to providing quality tools and materials that will assist your men to disciple boys and young men in a way that is relevant. Our ministry offerings are flexible and comprehensive to meet your specific needs.

 

LEADERSHIP SKILLS 

Take your Brigade group to new heights by gaining additional leadership skills. Training topics include: Leading a Boy to Christ, Storytelling, Great Games: More than Dodgeball, Dealing With Troubled Guys and many more.

TRAINING REQUEST FORM


    MISSION & VISIONINGHOW IT WORKSLEADERSHIP SKILLS

    Events

    FIND LOCAL ACTIVITIES

    Ohio Valley Region CSB Ministries sponsors these great events to bring Brigade leaders and units in the region together to enhance their ministry – Action – Community – Discipleship.

     

    Ohio Brigade Camp

    June 8, 2025 - July 2, 2025

    Resources

    FIND THE TOOLS YOU NEED

    Contact

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