Caring for our earth, God’s creation, is a matter of vital importance. How we understand our relationship to God and our place in God’s creation has a lot to do with how we understand our role and what we are called by God to do on this earth. The Spirit is indeed moving in our world and religious communities in powerful and fresh ways in our time. Biblical texts can come alive and prompt new understandings about our place and role in creation. Bridges are being built between ecology and theology, between environmental activism and eco-justice focused earthkeeping by many in the faith community.
“Keeping the Earth” is the overarching theme for the whole week and is covered in some way each day at camp. Even in the midst of huge environmental challenges in our world, we can begin to view creation’s eager longing as a gracious invitation from our God. And we know that when God calls, God also supplies what we need to fulfill that call. We are being invited to know ourselves more deeply as God’s children. We are being invited to more truly understand our place in God’s world. We are being invited to go forth more hopeful, and inspired, to look for ways to green our homes and our congregations and more faithfully care for creation.
There will be theme-related Bible studies and activities for upper elementary and junior high groups. Plus we will take full advantage of all the resources that Victory Bible Camp offers us including swimming, horseback riding, campfires, and quiet time to enjoy the beauty of God's creation.
Daily Themes:
Day 1 Keeping the Earth Genesis 1:26—2:1 (Made in God’s Image)
Day 2 Keeping the Covenant Genesis 9:8-17 (God’s Covenant Is with All Creation)
Day 3 Keeping Life Abundant John 15:1-8 (Abiding in the Vine)
Day 4 Keeping the Song Alive Psalm 19:1-4 (Joining the Hymn of All Creation)
Day 5 Keeping Creation Luke 19:36-40 (Finding Our Voice)
Contact the Registrar:
Jane Hanson
14300 Ida Rd.
Anchorage, AK 99516-4006
907-345-0249 or fax 907-345-0240
Registrations must be postmarked by July 19th. Any late registrations received after August 1 are accepted only on a case - by case basis.
Lutheran Summer Camp is immediately preceded by Lutheran Community Camp - a weekend of summer camp suitable for all ages. Learn more about Lutheran Community Camp.
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