Camp Christian

Summer Programs

Camp Christian is owned and

operated by the Christian Church

in Ohio to serve its needs for

resident camping, retreats and

meetings. Christian Education,

Leadership Development,

Spiritual Enrichment and

Fellowship Ministries are its

designated purposes. Camp

Christian is located in Magnetic

Springs, Ohio just 12 miles west of

Delaware. Our 93 acres of camp grounds

offer a peaceful setting for camping experi-

ences. A professional staff prepares well-balanced

meals and maintains the grounds. The camp cabin clusters

provide comfortable housing and indoor facilities for our camp-

ers. Lifeguards are on duty during pool hours. We have two pools,

one 3-5 feet deep and one equipped with a diving board for the more

experienced swimmers. Other camp facilities include wooded areas, open areas

for recreation, a lake, a dining hall, a craft cabin, an administration building, and a

beautiful outdoor worship site referred to as Vespers.

With dedicated counselors, campers will be led through a week-long Christian

experience in which, through classes, workshops, and organized play, they will

strengthen their knowledge, deepen their faith, and build everlasting friendships.

Each camp is deeply rooted with wonderful traditions, but all have the same goal

– strengthening our faith in Jesus.

“No one shall be denied admission to our camp(s) or to the benefits of

our U.S. Department of Agriculture Child Nutrition Program(s), because of

race, color, national origin, sex, or handi-

cap.”

Otter Junior Camp Have you completed 3rd, 4th or 5th

Grade? Spend a whole exciting, fun-

filled week with friends at Camp

Christian during Otter Camp, June

20-26! We learn about God, Jesus

and ourselves, as we do lots of fun

outdoor activities. Singing, swim-

ming, fishing, boating, hiking,

studying nature, playing games, making

crafts… these are just some of the things we do

at Otter Camp. This year’s theme is Kids Can Too! We

Can Do It! as we learn about children in the Bible, how their faith

made a difference in the world and how We Can Too! Otter Camp is a

wonderful way to get your summer off to a great start!

There are 2 other Junior Camps offered this summer through the United

Church of Christ. For more information on Badger and Beaver Junior Camps

go to http://www.ocucc.org/outdoormin/OutdoorMinistries.htm

Christian Youth Fellowship (CYF) Conference

The purpose of CYF Conference is to encourage and challenge High School youth to

build a life-transforming relationship with God in Jesus Christ.

This is accomplished by providing a safe place for youth to:

Experience the grace of God by being fully accepted just as they are

Build deep friendships with other Christian youth

Build deep relationships with adult Christian role models that care for them

Study and discuss biblical passages and ideas together with other youth and adults

Practice spiritual disciplines, including prayer

Experience meaningful youth-led worship

Have fun with other Christians

Build leadership skills that will help to strengthen the ministries of their home

congregations

Build a stronger relationship with Jesus Christ and a deeper faith in God

Conference is said to have a "Spirit." When we begin to cooperate as a group, begin to

really care for each other and everyone in camp, begin to sense God’s presence, we

begin to notice that "spirit" of conference. The Conference "spirit" is the positive

affirmation and cooperation and involvement of everyone in the Conference program.

Adding a sense of the real presence of God and the joy of being in God’s

community, we recognize the "spirit" of conference comes from God or

it doesn’t really come at all. It is in fact the Holy Spirit. Through

our study, worship, group singing, and group recreation we

begin to know each other and sense a oneness of

purpose. All are designed to help us fully

enjoy conference and become a living

part of the Conference "Spirit."

We begin to understand that we

are really a vital part of something

great and that all of us together,

living, singing, worshipping, and

working make CYF Conference. As we

make our commitment to God, we know

what makes CYF Conference live.

Chi Rho Camps Chi Rho Camp can be the best week of

your life. You'll do more in one week

than you ever thought possible.

Experience serious times of worship,

Bible Study, prayer, and discussion in

our Quest Groups. Enjoy fun times

of swimming in our two pools,

fishing, games, singing, talent shows,

and campfires. Make new friends which may last

a lifetime. Grow in your Christian Faith.

Each day Chi Rho Campers gather in Quest Groups during the

morning hours (groups of 8-12 campers learning by studying the scripture,

crafts and games); in Morning Prayers by Cabin Groups each morning; and in Evening

Prayers each evening as a whole camp. The week culminates in an inspirational

Consecration Service on Friday evening.

Each week the camps are blessed with outstanding Christian pastors and lay persons as

Assistant Directors, Counselors (cabin, table, Quest Group) who engage with the

campers in study, prayer, recreation, etc., befriending young people in a way that has an

impact on their lives for good. The program is blessed by the time, talent, treasure, and

love extended so generously by these devoted volunteers.

Adventure Camp

Photo Safari – Ohio

“The practice of photography can, indeed,

become a profound spiritual practice, so that it

helps the photographer and viewer become

more mindful of their relationship with God, and

with other human and more-than-human

companions in creation. It is a way to visually

celebrate or grieve what is, as well as find

inspiration and motivation for what can be, as Spirit

would have it; prayers without words… How would you use a camera to give witness to

Spirit at play in this world?” – Taken from www.wellfedspirit.org.

Christian Church in Ohio’s Adventure Camp Ministry is sponsoring a

Photography Camp based at Camp Christian this summer. This camp will

consist of several spiritually themed day trips around Ohio for photographers

of any level. The group will be heading to the Columbus Zoo and

Aquarium, The Hocking Hills, Downtown Columbus, the Franklin Park

Conservatory, and more. There will be time set aside to review the

groups photos and learn some photography skills. The images will also

be used throughout the week for devotion time and worship service to

wrap up the week. If you have any questions, contact Rev. Stephen Bentley at

sbentley@ccinoh.org or 614-433-0343.

Advance Ministries Conference

Advance Ministries is a ministry that provides young adults, persons ages 19 – 29

& out of High School, experiences where they can enjoy a community of

Christian friends and share their love, life, and fellowship, while developing a

stronger faith in Jesus Christ.

Following breakfast each morning,

you can join in Bible Study which ends

with a time of personal and private

devotions in an outdoor setting. The

rest of the morning is filled with a

presentation by a different Christian

leader every day, followed by small

group discussion time. In the after-

noon, you have an opportunity to

design the evening’s worship ser-

vice, plan the evening's recreation,

or other tasks from which you can

choose. Much of the afternoon is

free for you to swim, fish, play

volleyball, talk with friends, or

whatever you choose. In the evening,

the outdoor worship service designed and led by the

Conferees, is one of the high points of the day. There is also a special recreation

every night as well. The events of each day end with a Closing Circle led by the

three officers of the week. The Closing Circle is a time of reflection, wonderful

singing, and always some humor. The week culminates on Saturday night with a

moving and meaningful worship experience called Consecration. Each day at

Advance Conference contains opportunities for growth in your faith, for making

new friends, for being at least a little silly, and for many other experiences as

well. It is hoped that your personal relationship with God will become even

more real. A day or a week at Advance Conference can never be adequately de-

scribed in words. It must be experienced firsthand. For more information about

Conference or Advance Ministries go to http://advanceministry.org/.

District Information

Chi Rho Camps and CYF Conferences are divided based upon the district

where your church is and/or where you live. Below is how the camps are

broken down.

Districts Chi Rho Camp CYF Conference

2, 3, 15 Portahoga Hiram

4, 7, 10/11, 13/14 Hocking Phyo

1, 5, 6 Maumee Lakeside

8, 9, 12 Miami Wilmington

*If you are unsure which District you are a part of contact your pastor or the

Regional Church Office.

Adult Conference

Christian Church in Ohio sponsors an

Adult Conference Program during the

summer that is not held at Camp Christian.

Adult Conference is held at Northwest

Christian Church in Columbus and is June

14-18. For more information about Adult

Conference see your pastor, contact the

Regional Church Office, or go to

www.ccinoh.org .

Registration

It is very important that your

registration be sent in by the

deadline in order that we may

have a place for you in camp. All

fees are due with registration -

no exceptions. There is an Early

Bird registration rate for all reg-

istrations postmarked by May

1, 2010. All other deadlines are

set as postmarked no later than 10 days prior to the start of the Camp or

Conference. Checks are to be made out to Christian Church in Ohio.

You can also register online with a credit card at: www.ccinoh.org

Scholarships and Payments Many churches award scholarships to assist with the fees. The Regional

Church Office offers payment options and some scholarship assistance.

You can receive more information about these Regional options by

contacting Rev. Dr. Brenda Webster, Regional Program Minister at the

Regional Office. bwebster@ccinoh.org or (614)433-0343.

Refunds

A $30.00 processing fee will be retained by CCIO on all refund requests.

All requests for refunds will be honored assuming they are received one

week in advance of the event. Refund requests received after that time

will be honored if additional expenses were not incurred.

Camp Christian is owned and operated by:

Christian Church in Ohio D I S C I P L E S O F C H R I S T

A covenant network of congregations in mission: We are the Body of Christ gifted and called in covenant together as Disciples of Christ to be centers of transformation on the new mission frontier of our own communities

355 E. Campus View Blvd., Suite 110, Columbus, Ohio 43235

ccio@ccinoh.org 614-433-0343 www.ccinoh.org

Where is Camp Christian Located?

Our 93 acre campus is located centrally in Magnetic Springs, 12 miles west

of Delaware, Ohio, on Route 37. Address for online directions is 10299

Maple Dell Rd, Marysville, Oh 43040. Phone Number 937-348-2811

ACA Accredited

Camp Christian is accredited by the

American Camp Association. We are

in compliance with individual health,

safety and program quality standards.

The criteria includes standards for

living areas, food service, emergency

preparation, program practices, health

care, personnel, transportation and

administrative procedures. This accreditation assures parents and campers

that our camp practices have met national standards. For more information

about the American Camp Association, go to www.acacamps.org.