Camp Christopher Staff

John Litten, Director of Camp Christopher

John Litten has never outgrown his love of Camp Christopher. Beginning as a camper at age 5, John used to dream about spending his whole life at camp. Every year, John returned to camp with his family during Family Camp, a long standing tradition with his family that still continues today. Even when John left the area to pursue his BFA at Ohio University, he always returned to camp in the summer as a counselor or program director. Upon graduation from OU, John returned to Camp Christopher as a full time program coordinator from 2001 – 2005, and was promoted to Director in 2005. Most people that know John still see him as a big kid. You’ll frequently find John leading the “Shake Song” (hear him sing on our website under Downloads), jumping off the docks at 7:30 AM for the morning group swim, or running the 4th of July mile run with Family Campers.

John operates camp with intense passion because he wants every child that comes to Camp Christopher to leave with the same experience he has had for over 20 years! He also takes the responsibility of hiring the summer camp staff very seriously. “I bring my own family to Family Camp and I wouldn’t hire a staff member unless I trusted them with my own children. We treat our camp program as an essential part of the upbringing of every child. So a positive camp experience is more important than just one week.”

In his spare time, John enjoys art, hiking, and baseball, and is currently pursuing his Masters in Public Administration at Cleveland State University. He is a member of the American Camp Association and sits on the Ohio Section Board of Directors. John is married to his camp sweetheart, Carrie, a former camp nurse and has 3 children that attend camp every summer. “Collectively, Carrie and I have done nearly every job at camp. I hope that makes parents feel comfortable.”

Roberta Bandfield, Department Coordinator

In 2008, Camp Christopher was thrilled to have Roberta Bandfield join the staff as Waterfront Director. This summer, Roberta is back again for a fourth summer and is ready for action! She states, “I can't wait for summer to begin. The Christopher Spirit is in the air.”

Roberta is trained as a Lifeguard, Lifeguard Instructor, Water Safety Instructor and has over 30 years of camp experience as a camper, counselor and program director. As a kid, Roberta attended CYO Camp Isaac Jogues and previously ran the CYO Camp Christopher Environmental Education Program.

With degrees from Kent State University (BS Recreation) and Ursuline College (MA Education), Roberta currently teaches computers at St. Michael School in Independence. In her spare time, Roberta enjoys swimming (are you surprised?), canoeing, hiking, biking, and reading.

Sarah Qua, Program Coordinator

Sarah Qua's first experience with Camp Christopher was when her mom, a former CYO Camp Isaac Jogues camper, encouraged her and her sister to attend camp for week. That was the beginning of her camp resume that includes over 10 years of camping, plus 2 years as a counselor, 2 years as the Crafts Director, and her upcoming assignment of Program Director. “I’m very excited for the upcoming summer season and planning great programs for all the incoming campers. Camp has been an important part of my family for many years. My sister and I are both on staff now and we love every minute of it,” Sarah said. Watch out campers, Sarah’s favorite camp activity is hiking! She will make sure that every camper gets to see the many trails and unique landscapes that Camp Christopher has to offer.

Sarah currently attends Miami University and is majoring in Early Childhood Education. She is a member of Adopt-a-School, Kappa Delta Pi, and First Book. She enjoys reading, cooking, scrapbooking and of course, hiking!

Jessica Sullivan, Day Camp Coordinator

Camp Christopher welcomes Jessica Sullivan as the new Day Camp Co-Director. Jessica brings 4 years of camping and counselor experience, plus an energetic attitude to the Day Camp program. “Camp Christopher is a loving, happy community of good people who just want to have a good time together, enjoy the outdoors, and make memories,” says Jessica. “I look forward to meeting all the Day Campers this summer!” Jessica can’t wait to share her love of hiking and the outdoors with this year’s campers.

Jessica attends the University of Dayton and is majoring in Middle Childhood Education with a focus on Math and Science. She is a member of Epsilon Delta Upsilon and enjoys being outside, running, reading, listening to music and cake decorating.

Lisa Cox-Ayers, Stables Coordinator

Lisa returns to Camp Christopher for her second summer as Stables Co-Director. As an avid horse lover and owner of 3 horses, Lisa brings years of experience to share with campers. She is looking forward to providing a positive experience to every camper that visits the stables and is excited to offer Horse Camp for 6 weeks this summer.

When not at Camp, Lisa works for the Revere Local School District. She has been a member of 4-H for 15 years and enjoys running marathons, camping and gardening in her spare time. Her favorite camp activity in the Turtle Race.

Sherry Frisby, Foodservice Manager

One of the most important people at camp is Sherry Frisby. For 12 years, Sherry has been responsible for feeding thousands of hungry campers. Sherry puts in a full day preparing breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks, and keeps our campers full of energy for their busy days of activities. Prior to becoming the Foodservice Manager, Sherry was a camper and a Junior Counselor.

Sherry is a graduate of the University of Akron with a degree in Special Education. She enjoys dancing tap, jazz and hip-hop. Her favorite camp activity is the Camp Dances.