 Welcome to Bethel’s 2008 Summer Camps!
Reaching Up To God ... Reaching Out To Serve
Welcome to the eleventh year of Bethel summer camps! 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 the church office at (540) 662-3245, or email us at office@bethelwinchester.com.
You can register online at www.bethelwinchester.com or mail your forms to the church office. We feel blessed to have had the opportunity to share in ministry with your children over the years, and we look forward to celebrating with them this summer as well.
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 Pastor Rhodes at pastor@bethelwinchester.com for more information and an application.
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Adventure Camp
Grades 6 - 8
Sunday, July 13th - Thursday, July 17th (five days, four nights) |
Adventure Camp is designed for students who desire an active, challenging and rugged experience in God’s creation. This camp will include overnight camping, rafting, a ropes course and team building activities. There will be devotional time, Bible study, an opportunity to serve, and an end-of-the-week family cook-out. Food and some supplies provided. Packing list will be sent upon registration.
Cost: $160 Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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Vacation Bible School
Ages 3 through 5th grade
Sunday, July 13 - Thursday, July 17; 5:00pm - 8:00pm |
We’re exploring deep into God’s Word as we embark on a Rainforest Adventure! We will hear Bible stories, create art projects, and sing some great songs.
Cost: FREE! Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
Soccer Camp ... and so much more!
Grades 2 - 5
Monday, July 28 - Friday, August 1; 9:00am - 3:00pm (Bring your lunch!)
Note: These dates have been changed. Previously, soccer camp was scheduled one week earlier.
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: $80 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
Monday, August 4 - Friday, August 8; 9:00am - 1:00pm. (Bring your 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: $80. Call 662-3245 to register or register online.
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Godly Play On The Go - Serving In Our Community
August 11 - 15
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Our team will go into the community to share Bible stories, music, and crafts with kids participating in the Boys and Girls club and neighborhood children. We will also assist with lunch preparations served by the Salvation Army Mobile Canteen located at the park. We will meet at Smithfield Park near the Douglass Community Center at 10:30 each morning during the week of August 11.
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 Pastor Rhodes for additional information. Call (540) 662-3245 or e-mail him at pastor@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).
Check our Scrapbook section for photos of previous Summer camp activities.
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