Summer Camp Values
These values articulated in the fall of 2009 are used as a decision making tool and as a guiding reference point for the summer camp program. They are not in order of importance.
1. Responsibility
•Responsibility for one’s own self
•Responsibility to the family
•Responsibility to the community
2. Peacemaking
•Resolving conflicts and healing broken relationships with those around us, even if we are the wronged party.
3. Community
•Being a part of a close group. In the camp setting this would be the cabin group.
4. Nature Appreciation
•Valuing nature because it was created by God and reflects God’s artistry.
5. Worship
•Praising God for who He is and what He has done.
6. Fun
•Making every activity a joy to participate in.
7. Scripture taught from an Anabaptist perspective
•Creating biblical literacy in future church leaders.
8. Christ Centered
•Bringing Jesus into everything we do.
9. Leadership Development
•Modeling good leadership while giving opportunities for others to try out their leadership skills.
10. Accessible and Affordable
•Making camp open to everyone regardless of economic status or disability.
11. Stewardship
•Taking care of what we have been given. Using resources wisely and minimizing waste.
12. Service
•Helping others in practical ways as a demonstration of how Christ loves us.
13. Safety
•Assess the risk of each activity beforehand.
•Provide proper supervision for all activities.
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