“I gained a deeper understanding of God, TP and ocean providence. I felt like I experienced unconditional love, joy and freedom from God in a way I never felt before. NOCP gave me the space to reflect, digest and move forward. (2021 Participant)”
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“NOCP was an incredible opportunity to push past physical limitations, feel God’s love through the ocean, and understand True Parents heart on a deeper level.”
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“I really enjoyed the space and time to reflect on different things in my life. It was an opportunity to analyze different internal aspects and challenges I am facing and make new determinations moving forward. I also really enjoyed being in such a beautiful place. ”
— 2021 Participant
“I was taught that perseverance and determination are some key factors on the ocean when trying to overcome obstacles. Always prepare for more than what you expect. Finally I learned that God is always with me whereever I go, even if I can’t see him. He’ll come when you need him most.”
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“I felt I learned much more deeply about God’s love for me and others, in that It is unconditional and freely given. The creation around and the amazing experiences we had in the water helped me realize this. I also understand True Parents more as parents, who established NOCP because they want us all to have amazing, exciting lives and experiences with gods creation. (2021 Participant)”
— 2021 Participant
“One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned being here on Ocean Challenge is how much God wants me to be happy. As much as he wants my fellow brothers and sisters to be happy, nothing matters if Im not. I really value exactly experiences I’ve had with the uncles and staff here. I feel everyone’s sincerity and genuineness in their life of faith and saw that’s something maybe I need to work on too. (2021 Participant)”
— 2021 Participant
“My top takeaways is that I have responsibility and ownership over the action that I make. (2021 Participant)”
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“NOCP was a unique program like no other and I believe everyone brother and sister should be able to exprience something like Ocean Challenge.”
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“An amazing coupling of nature, spirituality, and fishing.”
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“NOCP was one of the best experiences I had in my life and has an atmosphere that can’t be compared to anywhere else.”
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“NOCP fostered gratitude and perseverance. I have a more clear direction of where I want to go in life. (2021 Participant)”
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“I got so much more than just ocean fishing. Of course ocean fishing was incredibly fun, but I also received a lot of love from the NOCP community and experienced spiritual connection and growth.”
