Prior to 1961, The Church of the Lutheran Brethren (www.clba.org) held an annual summer camp at Lake Geneva in Alexandria, MN. As interest grew, many believed that the group should obtain their own camp where more opportunities could be offered and more youth could be reached. On August 31, 1960, after a vote had been taken to purchase a 23.2 acre peninsula on Spitzer Lake, Mrs. Joan Watson gave a $5,000 gift toward the $6,000 purchase price.

Early efforts of the camp board focused on building plans for the site. In July 1963, Inspiration Point was dedicated. Throughout the next two decades many improvements were made to the property, enabling the camp to serve people year-round, thus launching a new era of ministry.

Inspiration Point currently hosts over 7,000 people each year for camps, retreats, reunions, and special events. With more than 60 people serving on summer staff and 10 staff members working year-round, camp programs are well-attended. Since its inception, thousands of lives have been significantly, even eternally, impacted through this ministry. As the future unfolds, Inspiration Point continues to seek additional ways to serve churches and spread the good news of Christ's redeeming love to the world.