Meet our Full Time Staff
listed in their order of appearance...or alphabetical.
Kameron Burton, Ministry Staff
I have been going to camp since I was in 2nd grade. Every year I count the days until I can finally come back to my favorite place in the world.
I have worked on the summer staff for many years and loved every second of it. I really enjoy giving the campers the same fulfilling experience I had growing up as a camper. Working with so many amazing people and building a camp family here is what keeps me coming back. I bonds I have made here will last a lifetime.
Pilgrim Pines has always been a second home to me so I am happy I can give back in any way I can.
In my free time you can find me playing games (video and physical), writing plays, or learning magic tricks. I also am way too knowledgeable in Disney movies so I always try to challenge myself to new Disney trivia.
Jim condap, executive director
As a young boy, my experience at Camp Squanto was life changing. As I grew and experienced the love of Christ, the call to ministry was clear. My life was changed at camp. The call to come back and serve camp was undeniable.
I love the people who come to camp and the shared times of conversation, laughter, fun and deep meaning. Friends have become family.
Our purpose is to share the life-changing message of Jesus Christ and to help create an environment where all people can experience the grace and love of Jesus.
I love spending time with my family, being involved in our community, coaching basketball, enjoying live music, watching New England sports teams, cutting grass, and reading.
Shawn deraps, food service director
I was brought to Pilgrim Pines by my desire to work for the Lord. This is a place where I can be with like-minded individuals all working together for the common good.
Pilgrim Pines is a ministry that brings all people together searching for a deeper understanding of and relationship with Jesus. I love talking to guests about the workings of the Holy Spirit and how God is showing his faithfulness to his people.
Josh Guyette, Food Service
I have lived on the lake my whole life and wanted to be apart of something more. I have found that in the Pines.
What I love most about my job is greeting guests with a smile, and listening to their experiences about their faith.
You can find me in the kitchen, but when I am not working I love hanging out and laughing with friends, all things Marvel, singing, and walking around the lake.
dave kennedy, facilities Director
What brought me to Pilgrim Pines? My truck!
I enjoy working with the cool people here. To me, Pilgrim Pines is a community of like-minded and spirited folks who share what we have with others and grow closer to God.
When I'm not working, I'm grilling steaks and eating french fries!
LISA MEUSE, Guest Services Coordinator
I attended camp as a child and it became a sacred place, my love for camp is deeply rooted. As an adult, I attended camp retreats where God’s word was spoken into me. I grew up believing, but through camp, I started my own personal relationship with Jesus and my faith began to grow.
Working at Pilgrim Pines has allowed me to combine my spiritual gifts and my calling in order to serve our guests as they pursue their own personal journeys.
I love spending time with my family and friends, camping, and hiking. I am a writer and I am an avid reader. When I am not reading or listening to a book, you will find me talking about one.
Scott Nitchie, Program Director
squanto@pilgrimpines.org
I grew up going to Camp Squanto since I was old enough to and Mayflower every summer with my family.
I’ve spent my summers working at Squanto and love working with the kids and amazing staff spreading the Gospel. I’m excited to be here full time to see Pilgrim Pines from a different lens and be back in New England to see all four seasons.
Pilgrim Pines is a place where people from all backgrounds and walks of life can come for a fun and relaxing getaway while being filled spiritually and growing in relationship with God and others.
I enjoy watching Boston sports, playing guitar and throwing a Frisbee.
kayla o'donnell, Operations & marketing Director
I have been coming to the Pines since I was a very small child. I worked on summer staff and now I am on full time staff. I love it here and want to help make it great for everyone that comes, just like others did for me.
I love the community here and how I am challenged and able to grow. It's a great work environment. I love it!
Pilgrim Pines is a safe and welcoming environment where people come to grow, rejuvenate, and be with God. It's a place where people come to be themselves.
When I'm not working, you'll find me at a coffee shop, traveling, hanging with friends, reading, or paddleboarding.
jason st. hilaire, food service
You can find Jason in our camp kitchen where he is always smiling and creating great tasting food for our happy campers. Jason enjoys spending time with his family and all things Star Wars.
Tonisha Thompson, Ministry staff
In 2018, I was introduced to Pilgrim Pines by my Godmother. Junior High II was a week that changed my life forever. I met staff members that showed me love, kindness, & compassion like never before. I did not grow up in a Christian home so I had never experienced the love of Christ before. Since then, I returned every Summer I could to Squanto. A place saturated in the spirit of the Lord and a place where God has met me and changed me. As a senior high camper, I finally tapped into my relationship with the Lord and fully surrendered my life to Christ. Where he called me to serve in missions and to go and make disciples among the nation. Allowing me to connect, care, and love on others!
