Amanda Caines

Brooke Hanks

Erica Weathersbee

Michelle Lott

Meg Mendell

Hannah McCullough

Dustin

Guest Speakers

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.  They  have one daughter, Elizabeth Claire, who was born on December 13, 2010.   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! "

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

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.

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 Albany, Georgia. They have one daughter, Madison Clark, who was born on August 23, 2011. 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

Kinsee Browers

The girls below were staff for TGT 2010.  We hope you use this as a reference for the type of staff we will have for TGT 2011.

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

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

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

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!

Jill M Truesdale

Camp Longridge has been a part of my life since I was seven years old. I attended the children and youth camps every summer and even went twice one summer. When I was eight years old, I accepted Christ as my Savior at the old chapel. Growing up I was in church on Sunday, Wednesday, and any other time the doors were open. I was a staffer at CLR from 2000 to 2004. During my staffer years, my relationship with God grew and matured more than I could have ever imagined. The people God allowed in my life during those years guided me to who I am today. I thank God everyday for the many experiences that He has lead me to and through. Without Him my life would be empty. He blessed me with my amazing husband, Robert, and we were married on May 1, 2010. We currently live in Orangeburg, SC and attend Cornerstone Community Church. I am excited to see what God has in store for us in the future and we are holding His hand each step of the way. The scripture that has always been my favorite is Proverbs 15:13a "A merry heart makes a cheerful countenance". Another that I live by 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 to give you hope and a future."

Jordan C. Widgeon

My name is Jordan Widgeon and this is my first year helping at That Girl Thing. I have been going to TGT since 2004 and I have been going to Camp Longridge since I was 7 years old. Camp is my happy place! I am currently a sophomore at East Carolina University majoring in exercise physiology in order to become a physical therapist. One of my favorite verses that always encourages me is Matthew 6:34, which is "Don't worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself.Each day will have enough trouble of its own". I am so excited for this weekend and cannot wait to see what God has planned!!! My email is widgeonj09@students.ecu.edu

Amber Garner

Hey everyone, my name is Amber, I’m 20 yrs old and this will be my first yr on staff for TGT and I can’t wait, God has already changed my life through working at Camp Longridge this summer where I became so much stronger of a Christian. I’m from Spartanburg, SC and I attend Outreach Baptist Church in Pacolet, SC. I love to sing, hang out with my friends and I’m always finding ways to help in my church. One of my goals in life is to be the best Christian role model I can be to young women and girls everywhere and to display the love of Christ in everything I do. My favorite verse is Proverbs 3:5-6 and I can’t wait to meet you at TGT!!!

Hillary Beasley has worked at Camp Longridge since 2007, including serving as Staff Supervisor during the summer of 2011. When not at camp, she teaches English at Ashley Ridge High School in Summerville, SC. Hillary also enjoys reading, writing, photography, Gamecock football, and any other activity that distracts her from grading papers. Though she loves to explore all parts of the Bible, she has a special fondness for Romans 10:15 and hopes to bring good news to people all over the world.

Hillary Beasley

Hey girls! My name is Katie Magee and I'm a senior at UNC-CH majoring in Chemistry with plans to begin medical school next year. In my free time, I love to run, cook (I make a killer ice cream cake), and rock out to Third Day (and MercyMe, Shawn McDonald, Tenth Avenue North…the list goes on!). Free time is kinda rare though—I'm usually babysitting, tutoring, interning, or doing homework. This is my first year as a counselor and I'm SO excited to hang out with and love on some great girls! And to prepare my campers and myself to live radically for our awesome God—Matthew 5:14-16: "You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before men, that they may see your good deeds and praise your Father in heaven." Email me at kmagee@live.unc.edu! 

Katie Magee

Alexandra Efird

Hi, you can call me Alex! I am a worshipper of Jesus, a daughter, a student and a friend. I recently graduated from UNC-Chapel Hill, go Heels, and now I take classes at a Seminary in Wake Forest, NC. I live here and am beginning my ministry and my post-grad life in this little town. I love adventures and learning new things, Spanish and being extroverted. I go to Summit Church and grew up at Indian Trail Baptist close to Charlotte, NC. I hope to meet you all this weekend and to experience the love of Christ with you.