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Carnes Family Update!
We’ve officially welcomed spring, and with it, a new season full of moments to celebrate and share with you. Family Life In late March,...
Michelle C.
May 24 min read
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TRAFFIC REVISION AHEAD
Recently we had a YoungLives lunch after a local St. Patrick's Day Parade. YoungLives is Young Life for teen moms. On this particular day...
Michelle C.
Mar 263 min read
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Planting, Cultivating, and Trusting
If you have any remote idea what it’s like to be on Young Life staff, you know—it can get pretty busy. You're constantly connecting with...

Michelle Carnes
Feb 263 min read
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Happy New Year!
As we roll through the beginning of 2025, I’m excited to look back and share some of the incredible highlights from 2024 in the world of...

Michelle Carnes
Jan 273 min read
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MERRY CHRISTMAS!
2024 was a year of change and growth. We sold our house, moved to Chelan, and stepped into a ministry that’s both thriving in some ways...

Michelle Carnes
Dec 13, 20244 min read
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Six Cents and One Minute
One Otter-pop costs SIX CENTS . When we show up at Chelan High School on Wednesdays with a backpack cooler full of Otter-pops, the kids...
Michelle C.
Oct 10, 20243 min read
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Expect The Unexpected
Since moving to Chelan Valley on May 6th, we've come to appreciate that each day brings something new. Whether it's a local event or a...
Michelle C.
Sep 26, 20244 min read
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A Lot To Be Thankful For!
The Carnes Family have settled in well in our rental on a hill. Each day we are beyond grateful that we get to live in this epic home for...
Michelle C.
Aug 1, 20244 min read
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Catching The Vision
Catching FISH and VISION in Chelan Valley!

Michelle Carnes
Jun 22, 20243 min read
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A New Adventure - Michelle & Shawn Carnes
A NEW ADVENTURE for Michelle and Shawn Carnes - here is the story!
Michelle C.
May 13, 20248 min read
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Welcome Spring!
As the seasons shift, so can the chapters of our lives. This spring, the Carnes family is embarking on our most significant journey yet -...
Michelle C.
Mar 30, 20242 min read
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New Year, New Plans!
As the new year unfolds, Young Life clubs resume their activities after the holiday break. The communities we serve are ready to embrace...
Michelle C.
Jan 20, 20242 min read
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12 Days of Young Life Christmas!
On the first day of Christmas Jesus gave to me... ONE 22lb crockpot Turkey for Friendsgiving Club to 60 local kids. TWO new areas started...
Michelle C.
Dec 13, 20232 min read
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Full Steam Ahead
September-November is a busy time for Young Life staff. Not only is a time for training leaders, and planning fundraisers, but most...
Michelle C.
Nov 28, 20235 min read
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A Whirlwind Two Months!
Is it really October? It's been a while since I have posted, for a very good reason and I am excited to share. In the words from Jurassic...
Michelle C.
Oct 6, 20234 min read
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Camp Season is in Full Swing!
Washington Family Ranch is a camp in Central Oregon. Creekside is a waterpark that serves middle school kids who just finished 6th-8th...
Michelle C.
Jul 18, 20234 min read
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Duo May Update!
Over the past month, we've been accomplishing a lot. So get ready for some photos! Our May 15th TopGolf FUNdraiser did not disappoint! We...
Michelle C.
May 19, 20232 min read
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Taking a Swing For Kids!
Fall of 2022 we set out to MOVE MOUNTAINS in the Mountain West Young Life Region to develop areas. We go where others can't, bring a...
Michelle C.
Apr 21, 20231 min read
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Hello Anaconda Montana!
Over the past 11 months Ken Purnell, a fellow Area Developer from Oregon, has been working with a team of community members to bring...
Michelle C.
Apr 6, 20232 min read
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Update - WSU, Deer Park & Come Hang Out with the Carnes!
Young Life WSU Alumni Board The Washington State University call happened on March 1st. We offered a morning and evening option this...
Michelle C.
Mar 6, 20232 min read
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