Spend some time this summer in St. Mark's Summer Camps!
Minecraft Camp
Monday-Thursday, June 23-26, 2025 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Attention intermediate-level Minecrafters! Plug into Minecraft Camp from your own home!
Welcome to the Virtual Minecraft Camp: Bethlehem Adventure, where intermediate-level Minecraft enthusiasts embark on an engaging journey through the biblical stories of Jesus' birth. This camp offers a unique blend of creativity, learning, and community, all from the comfort of home. Campers will log in from their own homes and enter a custom-designed Minecraft world that replicates the ancient town of Bethlehem. Here, they will interact with fellow campers as they explore key events surrounding Jesus' nativity. As they navigate through this virtual landscape, participants will engage in collaborative building projects, such as constructing the stable where Jesus was born or recreating the bustling streets of Bethlehem.
Guided by experienced instructors, campers will uncover the rich narratives of the nativity story, all while enhancing their Minecraft skills. Through storytelling sessions, interactive challenges, and teamwork, children will not only deepen their understanding of these timeless stories but also develop new friendships. This camp is the perfect opportunity for young Minecraft enthusiasts to blend their passion for gaming with an enriching faith-building experience.
Leadership Camp
Monday-Thursday, June 2-5, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. | Vermeer Education Center
The values-based Leadership Camp is an inspiring and engaging program designed for students completing 4th through 6th grade. This camp offers an enriching experience that combines fun with meaningful learning, empowering young participants to step into leadership roles during the upcoming Vacation Bible School (VBS) taking place June 9-13.
Throughout the week, campers will engage in interactive workshops and activities that focus on core values such as empathy, integrity, teamwork, and service. Guided by compassionate mentors, the campers will explore biblical teachings and stories that emphasize these principles, fostering both personal growth and spiritual understanding.
The camp also includes team-building exercises, creative projects, and opportunities to practice leadership skills in a supportive environment. As a culmination of their learning, the campers will apply their newfound insights and confidence by leading various aspects of VBS, ensuring a memorable and impactful experience for all involved.
Please bring a water bottle and a sack lunch each day.
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Midsummer Mission Camp
Post 3rd-post 5th grade: July 7/9/11, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Post K-post 2nd grade: July 8 & 10, 2025 | 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
The Midsummer Mission Camp is a vibrant and nurturing environment designed to instill the values of love, compassion, and service in young hearts. Tailored for two age groups, the camp offers a unique experience for both younger children (post K-post 2nd grade) and older kids (post 3rd-post 5th grade).
The younger version of the camp focuses on interactive activities and games that emphasize teamwork, kindness, and empathy. Through fun projects like creating care packages for local shelters and engaging in storytelling sessions about community heroes, children learn the importance of loving their neighbors.
For the older group, the camp provides more hands-on service opportunities, such as organizing a neighborhood cleanup or volunteering at community gardens. These activities are coupled with workshops that teach leadership skills and the impact of service on both the giver and the receiver. Throughout the camp, children are encouraged to reflect on their experiences and share their insights, fostering a sense of unity and purpose. By the end of the camp, participants not only have a greater understanding of their community but are also equipped with the skills to continue serving others with love and dedication.
Please bring a water bottle and a sack lunch each day.
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