Camping & Retreats
Welcome to Iowa United Methodist Camps & Retreats!
2013 SUMMER CATALOG
Click to Register for camp online!
Our Mission Statement:
The mission of the Board of Camp, Conference and Retreat Ministries
is to provide sacred space where Jesus Christ transforms lives,
persons grow in Christian discipleship and leaders are developed
to empower their local churches in the world;
and to facilitate this mission through Christian love.
click on the images to visit the three camp websites
Five-Day Academy for Spiritual Formation
July 29-August 3, 2013 -- Central College campus, Pella, Iowa
Please click here to learn more about the Five-Day Academy. The director of the Five-Day Academy for Spiritual Formation in Iowa is Rev. Brenda Hobson. Cost for the Academy is $450.
Connectional Ministry Staff:
| Name | Role | Phone |
| David Hobbs | LDM, Camping & Christian Formation | 515.974.8913 |
| Kathy Potter | Camp Registrar/Administrative Assistant | 800.765.1651 |
| Bryan Johnson, Site Director | Okoboji Camp & Retreat Center | 866.856.9862 |
| Patric Newton, Site Director | Pictured Rocks Camp & Retreat Center | 866.651.1223 |
| Deke Rider, Site Director | Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center | 866.684.7753 |
Our Core Values that direct and inform our ministry:
Christ-centeredness * diversity * leadership * spirituality * relationships
fun/joy * love * self-esteem/self-worth * safety * connectionalism
Camping experiences bring positive change by offering a Christian community,
spiritual growth, skills development, fun staff who are enthusiastic and
good role models, and a safe outdoor setting.