Amanda Caines

Andrea Novak

Brooke Hanks

Erica Weathersbee

Hillary Beasley

Michelle Lott

Meg Mendell

Hannah McCullough

Dustin

Guest Speakers

James Ballew

Ronda Putnam

Frank Shivers

Director and Primary Speaker

Stephanie Shivers McLawhorn

Hannah Crowson McCullough married Owen McCullough in July 2007. They currently reside in Columbia, South Carolina. Hannah served on camp staff for 3 years and has served as praise band leader for That Girl Thing since it began in 2002. Hannah graduated from Charleston Southern University with a BS in psychology and a minor in Christian leadership. Hannah went on to get her certification in interior design.

She is currently is doing homestaging and plans to start her own interior design business. Hannah has served in many music ministry positions including New Vision at Charleston Southern, worship for Metro and is currently on the worship team at Shandon Baptist Church.  Hannah’s hobbies include working out, singing at weddings and art. Hannah is interested in pursuing a career in Christian music.  Her email address is:hannahmccullough@gmail.com

I became a Christian at a young age and grew up in the church. In college, God used people around me and experiences to deepen my relationship with Jesus Christ. One of these experiences was working at Camp Longridge! I was a staffer for two summers (2005, 2006) as well as a variety of weekend retreats. I have been on Staff for TGT since 2004 and each year I feel that I learn just as much the girls that attend! I teach first grade and was married on June 12, 2010 to the man God chose for me, Josh Caines. We live in North Charleston with our dog, Blaze. God continues to use the people in my life and ALL experiences as opportunities to trust him in everything I do.  Jeremiah 29:11-13 says:  “For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the LORD, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.  Then you will call upon me and come and pray to me, and I will listen to you.  You will seek me and find me when you seek me with all your heart.”   Email me at aecaines@gmail.com! "

Hillary has been working at Camp Longridge since 2007, and this will be her fourth time working at TGT! Hillary works as an English teacher in St. George, SC and currently lives in Summerville. Her hobbies include reading, softball, volleyball, writing letters, traveling, blogging, the outdoors and various other dorky things. Hillary’s favorite verse tends to change with the time, but right now, she is encouraged by Hebrews 6:10. Her email address is Hillary.beasley@gmail.com

The past several years I have been teaching in the elementary grades. I have recently started working on my photography business to capture precious moments for special occasions. I LOVE to visit Camp Longridge as often as possible! My email is: chelleybec@yahoo.com

I have served as a staffer at Camp Longridge for 7 years. This is my 7th year leading in That Girl Thing. I graduated from North Greenville University with a BA in Elementary Education. I am currently teaching fifth grade students in Aiken county.  My email address is: ericaweathersbee@yahoo.com

Dustin served on camp staff for 2 years and has led music for That Girl Thing for 5 years. He is currently attending Berklee College of Music to obtain a master’s degree in guitar performance.  He works for Bourgeois Records in Asheville as a artist and songwriter. He enjoys classical music, reading, antiquing, camping and drinking coffee. His favorite verse is Ecclesiastes 11:9.  His email address is: Fans.dustinleemusic@gmail.com. Check out his website: www.Dustinleemusic.com

My name is Ronda Putnam. I attend Charleston Southern University where I am a junior. I am majoring in Early Childhood Education. I have several verses that I like but one of my favorite is Galatians 2:20 which says: I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me. I like this verse because it reminds me that Christ lives in me and my life isn’t mine it’s His. Some of my hobbies are riding my bike, reading, being on facebook or myspace, and listening to Christian music. Kttycats268@att.net

Brooke has been attending camp as a camper and church leader for over 10 years. This is her third year leading at That Girl Thing. Brooke graduated from Converse College with a BS in Business Administration. She currently works with 10th Circuit Solicitor as a Pre-Trial Intervention Case Manager. Brooke’s favorite verse is Jeremiah 29:11.  Her email address is: brookehanks@hotmail.com

This is Jame's fourth year assisting in worship at TGT. He serves as worship leader at Village church in Columbia, SC. He recently married Lauren Ray in June and is currently in his last semester at USC studying Music. His favorite christian artist is Need to Breathe and his favorite verse is Phil. 4:13.

Frank Shivers will be helping with decisions made during the times of invitation throughout the weekend. 

Frank has been in vocational evangelism since 1974. He has a B.A. from Charleston Southern University and a TH.M from New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary. Frank is a member both of the National and State Southern Baptist Conference of Evangelists. Frank has served as youth pastor, associate & senior pastor and has led in over 450 revivals.  His email address is frank@frankshivers.com

Meg Mendell is a senior at Augusta State University where she studies History. While her plans are hazy as to what will happen after graduation, she trusts her God to show her His perfect will for her life. In the mean time she enjoys spending time with her family and taking weekend trips with friends. She has served one summer on summer staff at Camp Longridge and has served at three That Girl Thing retreats. She is passionate for helping others and sharing the most precious gift she has received through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.

Andrea grew up going to Camp Longridge since the age of 10. She spent many summers enjoying the energetic and spirit filled atmosphere of the camp grounds. Starting in 2004, she attended Newberry College, majoring in Music Education and Music Theory. It was in her last few years of college that she had the opportunity to serve on the Super Summer Staff (summers of 2008 & 2009). After camp and graduation, Andrea has enjoyed her first year of teaching elementary general music and middle school band. Her life verses are Proverbs 3:5-6. She is very excited to see God working in the lives of others and looks forward to serving her third year on the TGT Staff. To contact her, please email at novak86@aol.com.

Stephanie will be the lead speaker for the weekend. 

Stephanie received a B.A in Speech-Language Pathology from Columbia College and received her M.S in Speech-Language Pathology  from Nova Southeastern University. She married Richard McLawhorn in 2007 and currently resides in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. Her hobbies include reading, writing and spending time with her family and dogs.  Stephanie’s email address is stephaniemclawhorn@gmail.com

I have served as a staffer at Camp Longridge for one year (2009) and this is my first year as a staffer at That Girl Thing.  I am currently attending Charleston Southern University, where I am studying to become a high school history teacher.  I enjoy reading, spending time with friends and family, and playing all types of sports.  I am very excited to be apart of the staff for That Girl Thing.  My life verse is 1 Peter 5:7 "Cast all your cares upon Him because He cares for you."  My email address is KBrowers78@aol.com.

Camp Longridge has been apart of my life for a long time. I started attending when I was eight until I went into middle school. I graduated high school in 2008. Since then I've been attending community college to pursue my degree in elementary education. God called me to serve at Camp Longridge in summer 2009 and it was the greatest experience I've ever had! I enjoy volunteering at Elevation church where I live in Matthews, NC. I also enjoy blogging, playing with my siblings and golden retrievers, and outdoor activities. My life verse is Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord. "Plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans for a hope and a future." My email address is mellolover4ever@yahoo.com.

Kaitlyn Phillips

Nicole is a Senior at Anderson University majoring in Early Childhood/Elementary Education. She just finished her second Super Summer on Staff at Camp Longridge, and she loved every minute of it! This is her second TGT & she's excited to enjoy another year working this retreat! Her life verse is Proverbs 30:31 "Charm is deceptive & beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised."

Nicole Bailey

Kinsee Browers

I graduated from College of Charleston in May and am now a high school math teacher at Ashley Ridge High School in Summerville, SC.  I was a part of the summer staff of 2009 and this will be my 2nd year serving at That Girl Thing! I enjoy going to the beach, spending time with my friends and family, and working with youth!  My favorite verse is 1 Timothy 4:12!  My email address is brittany.murphy88@gmail.com.

Brittany Murphy

That Girl Thing is staffed by young women that have a heart for teenage girls.   Because of the sometimes unpredictable nature of college and personal schedules, the list below is preliminary.

Kayla is from Aiken, South Carolina. She currently attends Winthrop University where she is majoring in Biology. Kayla served as a Longridge staffer during the summer of 2010. This is her first year serving at That Girl Thing, and she could not be more excited!  Kayla’s interests include volleyball, traveling, listening to music, rollercoasters, the mountains, and spending time with friends and family. Kayla’s life verse is John 16:33, "I have told you these things so that, in Me, you may have peace. In this world you will have trouble, but take heart I have overcome the world!"

Kayla Barton

Amy King

They call me Amy King and I am a senior at Anderson University. My major is Elementary Education and I love working with fun kids! I spent the summer at Camp Longridge and absolutely loved it. I attend Newspring Church in Anderson.I love to have fun and do crazy things! Proverbs 10:12 is a cool verse...look it up! Can't wait to see YOU at That Girl Thing!!!!

Allison is from Augusta, GA, and has served on staff at Camp Longridge for one year. She is a senior in high school with plans to attend Toccoa Falls College, where she feels God is calling her to major in Counseling/Psychology. Allison's hobbies include writing, playing music, photography, the outdoors, and sports, along with other random things. Her favorite bible verse is Psalm 42:1 -- As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul longs after You, O God.

Allison Gossage

Jennifer Seago

Jennifer is currently a sophomore at Falkner University in Montgomery AL where she is studying psychology/counseling. She attended Camp Longridge for 6 years and served on the summer  staff in 2010. Phil. 4:13

My name is Bri and I just finished my first summer at Camp Longridge. God taught me so much and I can't to participate in. That Girl Thing 2010. Im starting my sophomore year at the University of South Carolina in Aiken in the fall. My major is elementary education and I hope to teach third grade when I graduate. I’ve been saved since I was young, but I rededicated my life as a camper at Camp Longridge when I was thirteen.

Brianna Meeler

I grew up in Pawleys Island, SC and at the age of 7 I began my relationship with Christ which has been the greatest thing ever. Throughout elementary, middle and high school God continued to teach me new things through retreats and the people He placed in my life. I first went to Camp Longridge for a retreat during my freshman year in high school and at that time little did I know I would spend some of my best summers there. Upon graduating high school I attended North Greenville University where I received my degree in youth ministry. Throughout my college years I spent four wonderful summers serving at camp and loved the experiences and the things that God has taught me. Since serving at camp during the summers I have continued to serve off and on during various retreats. I am currently living in Asheville, NC working with children and teaching a small group of high school girls at my church. My favorite verse is Proverbs 31:30 and I cannot wait to see what God has planned for That Girl Thing 2010! My email address is kdvanderlip@yahoo.com

Kim Vanderlip

Betsy just recently graduated from Clemson University with a BA in Production Studies in Performing Arts. She currently is enrolled at College of Charleston as a grad student and will be studying their Masters of Arts in Teaching program in Performing Arts. She has served as a Camp Longridge counselor the summers of 2007 and 2010.  Each summer was an amazing experience for her.  This is her first year serving at That Girl Thing and she is truly excited about experiencing what God has planned.  Betsy's favorite Bible verses are 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18.  Her e-mail address is mccarty.betsy@gmail.com.

Betsy McCarty

Rich McGough

Richard McGough will be speaking in the Sunday morning worship Service.  His bio is below:

I graduated from Charleston Southern University in 2004 with a degree in Youth Ministry and Sociology.  I have been involved in ministering to students in one capacity or another for almost 10 years and love having the privilege doing life with young people who are serious about Jesus Christ.  My spiritual journey has taken me to places that I never imagined I would go, and brought me in contact with people who I never imagined I would meet.  Every day offers new experiences and opportunities to serve our Lord.  My mission in life is to love and serve the Lord with everything that I am, and to encourage others to come along for the journey.  Who's coming?

Lauren Ashenfelder

My name is Lauren Ashenfelder. I live in Pawleys Island SC. I go to Pawleys Island Community Church where I am a leader in our HS ministries. I lead a small group for tenth grade girls. I am a nanny in Murrells Inlet for the most precious two little boys in the whole world, Cannon is 1 and Neal is 4 months. My Favorite verse is Pslam 37:4. I look forward to meeting, hanging out and seeing what God is going to do in your life at That Girl Thing this year!

Anna King

I am Anna King. I'm a senior at South Florence High School, and I'm very active in my youth group at Calvary Baptist Church in Florence. I went to Classic this year and I really liked it, and I want to return as a staffer as soon as possible!! I love to sit down and read a good book with a cup of coffee in my hand, and I have a fascination for photography and videography stuff, and doing really random things with the people I love! I also like to sit down and flip through my bible because I tend to find crazy awesome verses likeee Galations 1:10 and John 16:33- check em out!