Summer Camp Archives - Building Faith

The Pleasures and Perils of Reading Aloud to Children: Tips From A Children’s Book Author

Every year at our Maundy Thursday service, I told the story of Jesus’ Last Passover. Usually, the children joined me at the front …

I love camp, and I especially love Vacation Bible School as a means for connecting to the people beyond our church’s walls, as …

Making The Decision Context matters as local churches, camps, and retreat centers make decisions about canceling or postponing …

In the weeks and months ahead church leaders will have to make tough decisions about summer programs. Whether we are canceling, …

While camp settings are unique and designed especially well for community building, there are lots of ways to bring the connection …

"When adults share stories of self-reflection, seeking forgiveness, and naming how we could have done better show that brokenness …

"At camp there are people of all ages, getting the space and ministry they need to enjoy God’s creation and be embraced by God’s …

"This research is revealing the long-term impacts of camp, impacts that go far beyond a 'camp high' that fades quickly after the …

"What is it about this time and space that offers such fertile ground for young people to draw closer to God, and learn so much …

Worship at Shrine Mont Shrine Mont, a Christian retreat center in Orkney Springs, Virginia lies in the beautiful Shenandoah …

"I’ve been blown away by their generosity and openness, and our meetings have often lasted well beyond our scheduled time, at …

"Think positively. When campers do things you approve of, let them know their behavior is appreciated. A smile, a gesture, or a …