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Camp: To the Max: a Camp Event Guide for Youth Ministry Event Category: Camp Spiritual Habit Spend Time with God, Spend Time with Others, Use Your Gifts, and Share Your Story Age Group: Students For a well-rounded and holistic approach to your ministry events, there are 10 different kinds of events we recommend including in your annual event strategy. The category for this event is a CAMP. This type of event is a week-long experience for teenagers. Through teaching, conversations, team competitions, and plenty of fun, they'll get to practice all four spiritual habits! There is something special about a camp experience in youth ministry. A week spent at camp is an opportunity to impact your students' faith and relationships in bigger and more lasting ways than you could anywhere else. When done well, a strategic camp experience can solidify relationships with small groups. It can create a culture of unity in your group. It might be the catalyst that brings one student to trust Jesus for the first time, while another student decides to renew their faith all over again. Plus, it's a ton of fun. Whether you decide to partner with an existing camp or create your own camp from scratch, this Event Guide will help you plan a camp for the first time, or maybe just get a little better at it! All our events are built to be flexible! You can customize this event to your ministry's needs, but here's how we recommend using this one: Camp is a fun event for small groups that fosters spiritual growth. You can do this event at a camp or retreat center. It includes games, group activities, teaching, and more! TOPIC: Spiritual Growth SCRIPTURE: 1 & 2 Samuel DECORATING THEME: The 90's AGE GROUP: Students When you go to camp, you're probably excited to have fun and make new memories. But you're also there to figure out how to grow closer to God, and that's what makes camp really cool-you get a whole week to focus on it. In this 5-day summer camp, we'll look at David's story in the Bible and learn from his life, mistakes, and how he grew in his faith over time. We'll discover four ways we can grow to the max-not just at camp, but at home too-learning that we grow when we use the gifts God gave us, we grow when we share what we know , we grow when we grow together , and we grow when we find joy in Jesus. BIG IDEAS & BIBLE STORIES We grow when we use the gifts God gave us. (David is a Shepherd and Musician: 1 Samuel 16:18-23; 1 Peter 4:10-11; Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-6) We grow when we share what we know. (The Psalms of David]: 1 Samuel 17:32-51; Psalm 143; 1 Peter 3:15; Acts 1:8; Romans 1:12) We grow when we grow together. (David and Jonathan's Friendship: 1 Samuel 19:1-7, 20:1-17, 42; Hebrews 10:24-25; Acts 2:42; 1 Thessalonians 5:11) We grow when we find joy in Jesus. (David Dances Before God: 2 Samuel 5-15, 6:14-16; John 15:10-11; 1 Peter 1:8-9; Romans 15:13) WEEKLY CURRICULUM SUMMARIES: In this session, we learn how we can use the unique gifts God gave us, and we see David serve others through his gift of music.Some things are just unmistakably iconic-like butterfly clips or boom boxes. Believe it or not, you've got that one-of-a-kind potential, too. This session, we'll see how David's music became a way to serve others, even when he didn't have it all figured out. In moments of doubt or "not-enoughness," we grow when we use the gifts God gave us. In this session, we learn how God gives different gifts to each person and we see how each gift is important and part of God's plan. Ever feel like you're the only one still figuring things out while everyone else already has their thing? Romans 12:4-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 remind us that God gives different gifts to each person-not to compare, but to contribute-because every role matters. Even when it feels small or unseen, we grow when we use the gifts God gave us. In this session, we learn how God wants us to share our stories and we see the epic story of David vs Goliath. Trends from the 90s only caught on because someone was brave enough to try them and tell others. The same is true when it comes to sharing your faith. Today, we'll see how David stepped up with what he knew, and how we're called to do the same by sharing our stories, even if it feels scary. We grow when we share what we know. In this session, we learn that God doesn't expect us to have all the answers and we see how Jesus promised the disciples they would be empowered by the Holy Spirit. In the 90s, passing notes and mixtapes was how you got the message out-low-tech, but full of heart. Acts 1:8 and Romans 1:12 remind us that we're not sharing on our own-the Holy Spirit gives us the courage and power to speak up. When we trust God and take that step, we grow when we share what we know. In this session, we learn that God gives us friendships to help us grow and we see an example of that in David and Jonathan. Camp friendships just hit different-late-night talks, inside jokes, and the feeling that…
Camp: To the Max: a Camp Event Guide for Youth Ministry
For a well-rounded and holistic approach to your ministry events, there are 10 different kinds of events we recommend including in your annual event strategy. The category for this event is a CAMP. This type of event is a week-long experience for teenagers. Through teaching, conversations, team competitions, and plenty of fun, they'll get to practice all four spiritual habits!
There is something special about a camp experience in youth ministry. A week spent at camp is an opportunity to impact your students' faith and relationships in bigger and more lasting ways than you could anywhere else. When done well, a strategic camp experience can solidify relationships with small groups. It can create a culture of unity in your group. It might be the catalyst that brings one student to trust Jesus for the first time, while another student decides to renew their faith all over again. Plus, it's a ton of fun. Whether you decide to partner with an existing camp or create your own camp from scratch, this Event Guide will help you plan a camp for the first time, or maybe just get a little better at it!
All our events are built to be flexible! You can customize this event to your ministry's needs, but here's how we recommend using this one: Camp is a fun event for small groups that fosters spiritual growth. You can do this event at a camp or retreat center. It includes games, group activities, teaching, and more!
When you go to camp, you're probably excited to have fun and make new memories. But you're also there to figure out how to grow closer to God, and that's what makes camp really cool-you get a whole week to focus on it. In this 5-day summer camp, we'll look at David's story in the Bible and learn from his life, mistakes, and how he grew in his faith over time. We'll discover four ways we can grow to the max-not just at camp, but at home too-learning that we grow when we use the gifts God gave us, we grow when we share what we know , we grow when we grow together , and we grow when we find joy in Jesus.
BIG IDEAS & BIBLE STORIES
WEEKLY CURRICULUM SUMMARIES:
MEMORY VERSE: "So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." - Colossians 2:6-7 (NIV)
This event includes To The Max: a 5-Day Teaching Series for Youth Minis
When you go to camp, you're probably excited to have fun and make new memories. But you're also there to figure out how to grow closer to God, and that's what makes camp really cool-you get a whole week to focus on it. In this 5-day summer camp, we'll look at David's story in the Bible and learn from his life, mistakes, and how he grew in his faith over time. We'll discover four ways we can grow to the max-not just at camp, but at home too-learning that we grow when we use the gifts God gave us, we grow when we share what we know , we grow when we grow together , and we grow when we find joy in Jesus.
BIG IDEAS & BIBLE STORIES
WEEKLY CURRICULUM SUMMARIES:
MEMORY VERSE: "So then, just as you received Christ Jesus as Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him, strengthened in the faith as you were taught, and overflowing with thankfulness." - Colossians 2:6-7 (NIV)
What’s included
- Event Category: Camp
- Spiritual Habit Spend Time with God, Spend Time with Others, Use Your Gifts, and Share Your Story
- Age Group: Students
- TOPIC: Spiritual Growth
- SCRIPTURE: 1 & 2 Samuel
- DECORATING THEME: The 90's
- AGE GROUP: Students
- We grow when we use the gifts God gave us. (David is a Shepherd and Musician: 1 Samuel 16:18-23; 1 Peter 4:10-11; Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-6)
- We grow when we share what we know. (The Psalms of David]: 1 Samuel 17:32-51; Psalm 143; 1 Peter 3:15; Acts 1:8; Romans 1:12)
- We grow when we grow together. (David and Jonathan's Friendship: 1 Samuel 19:1-7, 20:1-17, 42; Hebrews 10:24-25; Acts 2:42; 1 Thessalonians 5:11)
- We grow when we find joy in Jesus. (David Dances Before God: 2 Samuel 5-15, 6:14-16; John 15:10-11; 1 Peter 1:8-9; Romans 15:13)
- In this session, we learn how we can use the unique gifts God gave us, and we see David serve others through his gift of music.Some things are just unmistakably iconic-like butterfly clips or boom boxes. Believe it or not, you've got that one-of-a-kind potential, too. This session, we'll see how…
- In this session, we learn how God gives different gifts to each person and we see how each gift is important and part of God's plan. Ever feel like you're the only one still figuring things out while everyone else already has their thing? Romans 12:4-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 remind us that God…
- In this session, we learn how God wants us to share our stories and we see the epic story of David vs Goliath. Trends from the 90s only caught on because someone was brave enough to try them and tell others. The same is true when it comes to sharing your faith. Today, we'll see how David stepped…
- In this session, we learn that God doesn't expect us to have all the answers and we see how Jesus promised the disciples they would be empowered by the Holy Spirit. In the 90s, passing notes and mixtapes was how you got the message out-low-tech, but full of heart. Acts 1:8 and Romans 1:12 remind…
- In this session, we learn that God gives us friendships to help us grow and we see an example of that in David and Jonathan. Camp friendships just hit different-late-night talks, inside jokes, and the feeling that someone really sees you. This session, we'll explore how Jonathan stuck by David…
- In this session, we learn that God wants us to follow Jesus together and we see the Early Church commit to figuring out faith together. At camp, it's easy to focus on God-faith fits right into the schedule, and everyone's on the same page. But what happens when we go home? Today, we'll learn how…
- In this session, we learn that God's joy is always with us and we see David worship no matter where he was or who he was with. There's something about camp that makes joy feel easy-you're surrounded by friends, fun, and time with God. This session, we'll see how real joy isn't just for special…
- In this session, we learn that our joy comes from becoming who God made us to be and we ask the Holy Spirit to fill us with that joy, peace, and love. Leaving camp can feel tough-especially when it's been a place where you felt close to God in a new way. Our last session reminds us that real…
PLANNING
- Event guide
- How-to guides
- Schedule
- Planning timeline
- Volunteer roles
- Packing lists
- And more!
GRAPHICS & VIDEOS
- Bumper & countdown videos
- Editable graphics
- Title and background images in horizontal, square, and vertical formats
- Event flyers
ACTIVITIES
- Team Competitions
- Talent-ish Show
- Themed Nights
- Campfire Conversations
- Service Project
- Free-Time Activities
TEACHING
- See the Teaching folder in your downloads for a week-long teaching series designed for camp!
- TOPIC: Spiritual Growth
- SCRIPTURE: 1 & 2 Samuel
- DECORATING THEME: The 90's
- AGE GROUP: Students
- We grow when we use the gifts God gave us. (David is a Shepherd and Musician: 1 Samuel 16:18-23; 1 Peter 4:10-11; Romans 12:4-8; 1 Corinthians 12:4-6)
- We grow when we share what we know. (The Psalms of David]: 1 Samuel 17:32-51; Psalm 143; 1 Peter 3:15; Acts 1:8; Romans 1:12)
- We grow when we grow together. (David and Jonathan's Friendship: 1 Samuel 19:1-7, 20:1-17, 42; Hebrews 10:24-25; Acts 2:42; 1 Thessalonians 5:11)
- We grow when we find joy in Jesus. (David Dances Before God: 2 Samuel 5-15, 6:14-16; John 15:10-11; 1 Peter 1:8-9; Romans 15:13)
- In this session, we learn how we can use the unique gifts God gave us, and we see David serve others through his gift of music.Some things are just unmistakably iconic-like butterfly clips or boom boxes. Believe it or not, you've got that one-of-a-kind potential, too. This session, we'll see how…
- In this session, we learn how God gives different gifts to each person and we see how each gift is important and part of God's plan. Ever feel like you're the only one still figuring things out while everyone else already has their thing? Romans 12:4-8 and 1 Corinthians 12:4-6 remind us that God…
- In this session, we learn how God wants us to share our stories and we see the epic story of David vs Goliath. Trends from the 90s only caught on because someone was brave enough to try them and tell others. The same is true when it comes to sharing your faith. Today, we'll see how David stepped…
- In this session, we learn that God doesn't expect us to have all the answers and we see how Jesus promised the disciples they would be empowered by the Holy Spirit. In the 90s, passing notes and mixtapes was how you got the message out-low-tech, but full of heart. Acts 1:8 and Romans 1:12 remind…
- In this session, we learn that God gives us friendships to help us grow and we see an example of that in David and Jonathan. Camp friendships just hit different-late-night talks, inside jokes, and the feeling that someone really sees you. This session, we'll explore how Jonathan stuck by David…
- In this session, we learn that God wants us to follow Jesus together and we see the Early Church commit to figuring out faith together. At camp, it's easy to focus on God-faith fits right into the schedule, and everyone's on the same page. But what happens when we go home? Today, we'll learn how…
- In this session, we learn that God's joy is always with us and we see David worship no matter where he was or who he was with. There's something about camp that makes joy feel easy-you're surrounded by friends, fun, and time with God. This session, we'll see how real joy isn't just for special…
- In this session, we learn that our joy comes from becoming who God made us to be and we ask the Holy Spirit to fill us with that joy, peace, and love. Leaving camp can feel tough-especially when it's been a place where you felt close to God in a new way. Our last session reminds us that real…