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David Rogers

David Rogers is the CEO and President of the H. E. Butt Foundation, which publishes Echoes magazine. His leadership at the H. E. Butt Foundation spans three decades—he has led the organization through its transformation from a primarily faith-based, camping-focused culture into a culture-shaping organization known internationally for its commitment to hospitality and excellence.

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This Place Feels Like Home
He was a sharp kid—talking about limestone and how water shapes a canyon. I hadn't prompted him to talk about God, not directly. He just brought it up: “This place feels like home.”
December 2025 David Rogers
Held by Camp: A Letter on Faith, Floods, and Resilience
July 2025 is a month we will never forget.
October 2025 David Rogers
Stories from the Canyon and Beyond
Ten years ago, we launched Echoes magazine with a simple goal: to share stories from the Canyon.
June 2025 David Rogers
Marcus and Camille Echoes Podcast
Introducing The Echoes Podcast
I’m excited to announce The Echoes Podcast, designed to share this legacy with people outside of the Canyon, even people have never been to the Canyon.
February 2025 David Rogers
Too Conservative for the Liberals, Too Liberal for the Conservatives
Sometimes, the middle is the most radical place to stand—because it forces you to work with people on both sides.
November 2024 David Rogers
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Cell Phone Day Spa
In the age of distraction, campers and counselors over the summer took initiative to stay present during their time in the Canyon.
August 2024 David Rogers
Three Insights from our Community Survey
Usually, we tell stories of the work our programs are doing in the Frio River Canyon and in San Antonio. This time, we’re telling a broader set of stories.
June 2024 David Rogers
HEBFDN Congretional Collective
Announcing The Congregational Collective
David Rogers announces the launch of a nonprofit to help San Antonio faith communities support mental wellness.
February 2024 David Rogers
Widening Our Circle
President David Rogers shares about how a little discomfort can lead to worthwhile change.
November 2023 David Rogers
Inspirational Transformation
President David Rogers reflects on our mission of transformation, starting in the Canyon and going out into the world.
September 2023 David Rogers
Building Stronger Families
President David Rogers reflects on the importance of building strong families in celebration of our campsite Headwaters' 10th anniversary.
June 2023 David Rogers
Invited to Grow
President David Rogers reflects on how our programs reflect our spiritual formation values and our desire to help families and children.
February 2023 David Rogers
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