 Welcome to Bethel’s 2007 Summer Camps!
Reaching Up To God ... Reaching Out To Serve
Welcome to the TENTH YEAR of Bethel summer camps! This summer, all of our TEN camps will share a similar theme, “Reaching up to God, Reaching out to Serve.” We’ll explore ways to develop and nurture a relationship with God as we learn to serve in our families, in our communities and around the world! We are anxiously awaiting the arrival of returning campers and welcome the opportunity to meet many new friends this summer! This guide will provide you with much of the information you need; however, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to call or email me.
You can either register online or mail registration forms to the church office.
We feel blessed to have had the opportunity to share in ministry with your children for the past ten years and look forward to celebrating with them this summer as well.
Wishing you a summer filled with faith and joy,
Nancy Morisak
Director of Children’s and Family Ministry
Tel: (540) 662-3245, Ext. 101
E-mail: nancy@bethelwinchester.com
Summer Intern Position Available
A unique opportunity is being offered this year. A summer internship is available for someone in grade 11 or older, interested in being fully immersed in summer camp ministry. It is a paid position and involves planning and implementing activities for campers, leading small groups and preparing materials. What a great leadership opportunity for someone interested in sharing their faith in a variety of ways this summer! Email nancy@bethelwinchester.com for more information and an application.
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NEW! Family Camp
All Ages
Friday, June 1st - Saturday, June 2nd
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 A New Camp this Summer! This camp is offered for families who want to have an overnight campout experience. Our focus will be on growing our faith, strengthening our families, and sharing some quality time together in God’s creation. We’ll sing, create, act, play and leave feeling strengthened, renewed and ready to embark on a summer filled with faith. A supply list will be sent upon registration (think tent and sleeping bags, which will be available to borrow if necessary!).
Cost: $15 per adult, $10 per child, with a family max of $60. Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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Discovering Jesus Through Art, Music & Nature
Ages 3 - 5
June 18 - 22 from 9:00am - 12:00noon
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One story, plus five days, plus art, music, nature, snacks and thirty preschoolers equals an opportunity for amazing faith development. We will “Discover Jesus” as we explore how He served others and how He wants US to serve. We’ll go home each day with an idea of how we can become servants in our own homes and families.
Cost: $60. Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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God’s Team
Grades K through 3
June 25 - 29 from 9:00am - 1:00pm (Bring your lunch!)
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Being a servant in God’s world is the theme of the week. We’ll explore how we can be part of the “Servant Team” and how each of our gifts and talents can be combined for the most effective team plan. Team building, cooperation, stories, crafts and music provide the structure for the week. Plan to join your camper on Friday afternoon as they serve in their community by hosting a picnic lunch!
Cost: $65. Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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NEW! Adventure Camp
Grades 6 - 8
Sunday, July 15th - Thursday, July 19th (Five days, four nights) |
A New Camp this Summer! This camp is designed for students who desire an active, challenging and rugged experience in God’s creation. “Base camp” will be located at the church (where they will stay overnight from Sunday through Tuesday) and activities throughout the week will include team building, a rafting trip and ropes course, an overnight camping trip on the Appalachian Trail (Wednesday night), Bible study, devotion time and opportunities to serve. A family meal and campfire is scheduled for Tuesday night. Food and some supplies provided. Packing list will be sent upon registration.
Cost: $130. Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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Vacation Bible School
Ages 3 through 5th grade
Sunday, July 22 - Thursday, July 26; 6:00pm - 8:00pm |
We’re diving deep into God’s Word as we venture to the Great Bible Reef. We will hear Bible stories, create art projects, sing great songs and meet Padre, Flip, Bella, Heidi and Rocky (You’ll have to come see them for yourself!)
Cost: FREE! Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
Soccer Camp ... and so much more!
2nd - 5th grade
July 30 - August 3 from 9:00am - 3:00pm (Bring your lunch!)
This camp includes a morning of soccer drills, instruction and scrimmage games with Pat Anderson, boys’ soccer coach at Sherando High School, followed by lunch, devotions, games, art projects and other activities that will help volunteer organizations in the community. The afternoon is filled with Christian music instruction led by Laura Lofton, director of the Blue Ridge Choristers. Both Laura and Pat have been with us since this camp began! On Friday evening, the campers will share their musical gifts at a concert, which is open to the public. Refreshments and a soccer expo will follow.
Cost: $75 Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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In Partnership with the Winchester Rehab Center...
Follow The Leader
Ages 5 - 10
August 13 - 17 from 9:00am - 1:00pm. (Bring a lunch!)
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This camp, specifically designed by occupational therapists, will support children with unique challenges and special needs. As we enjoy God’s creation and experience His love for us, we will provide opportunities for making friends, engage in cooperative and interactive play, increase confidence and independence while improving play skills; but best of all, we will experience God’s love. After registering for this camp, a detailed health assessment will be sent to you to identify any special needs that we will need to address.
Cost: $70. Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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Youth To India - Serving Around The World
July 2 - 14 |
We’re sending 15 of our high school students and four adult leaders to India to share their many, God-given gifts. They will share their faith, teach English language classes and serve children in a variety of orphanages. Log on to Bethel’s website this summer to read their blog and see photos from their journey of faith!
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Godly Play On The Go - Serving In Our Community
July 9 - 13
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Our leaders will go into the community to share Bible stories with kids in partnership with the Boys and Girls club as well as assist with lunch preparations with the Salvation Army. We meet at Smithfield Park near the Douglass Community Center at 10:30 each morning.
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ATCH Goes To Camp - Serving Our Day Care
July 22 - 26
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We’re excited about sharing a camp opportunity for the children who attend Bethel’s Apple Tree Clubhouse Child Care. Held during the morning and filled with art, music, drama and stories!
Bethel Summer Camp Policies
Registration Process - Registration is on a first come, first served basis. You'll receive a postcard confirmation in the mail notifying you of your enrollment in camp or that you have been placed on a waiting list. If you are on a waiting list and a place becomes available, you will be notified by phone. Each day of camp, you will be asked to sign your child in and out at the registration table.
Scholarship Information - Bethel offers scholarships for campers on a first come, first served basis. Contact Nancy Morisak for additional information. Call (540) 662-3245 or e-mail her at nancy@bethelwinchester.com.
Weather Policy - If it becomes necessary to cancel or postpone a day of camp or a camp related event, a message will be recorded on the church’s answering machine (662-3245).
Camp Store - To celebrate our 10th year, we will have a small “Camp Store” available throughout the summer with several commemorative items for purchase.
Check our Scrapbook section for photos of previous Summer camp activities.
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