Please share this news with your district clergy and support staff. Encourage them to use the camp and retreat ministry as a partner in their work. News below: Paid and Volunteer Opportunties, Meaningful Summer Jobs, Two Grants Received, News from Lake Huron Retreat Center, Lake Michigan Camp & Retreat, and Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center
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Meaningful Summer Jobs for Today’s Young Adults |
By David Berkey, Executive Director, Michigan Area United Methodist Camping
As you drive around the state you likely see “Help Wanted” signs everywhere you go. I would venture to say that just about anyone who wants a job these days could find one. Yet many do not offer a living wage, ideal working conditions, or meaningful things to do.
Enter the summer camp season 2022! Camps offer amazing opportunities for meaningful work outdoors and in community with peers. Yet, for some reason Michigan Area United Methodist Camping and many other camp organizations still struggle to find staff – and summer is coming soon!
Gen Z, those who are teens through age 25 and the typical age-group for summer camp staff, face life challenges unseen by previous generations. They missed many opportunities due to the COVID-19 pandemic. They have had to do school and college at home online. They report bouts of depression, anxiety or hopelessness. They have to make courageous, difficult decisions about how to spend their summers, build a resume and maintain and build relationships among their family and friends.
Good news! Working at summer camp is greatly suited to the needs of young people today and may help them recapture some of the social and work experiences lost during the pandemic. Keep reading
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Reminder: Early Bird Pricing Ends April 30
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Lake Michigan Camp & Retreat |
June 26-July 2, Summer Camp Counselors (men and women needed)
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Note Date Change: May 13-15 - Free Camping Volunteer Weekend
Sign up by emailing info@lakemichigancamp.org
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Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center |
Saturday, May 7, 9 am - 4:30 pm - Cleanup Weekend
Sign up by emailing info@wesleywoodsmi.org
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Lake Huron Retreat Center |
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Program Manager Appointed to Lake Huron Retreat Center, Grant Helps Fund New Position |
Lake Huron Retreat Center is pleased to announce the appointment of Rev. Cora Glass as Program and Hospitality Manager, beginning May 1. With this newly expanded position, the retreat center will broaden its programming with an emphasis on spiritual growth, rest and renewal for clergy and laity.
“Cora brings a passion for retreat ministry and a vision for developing new programs to our already strong ministry,” said Rev. Ann Emerson, Site Director. Both Rev. Emerson and Rev. Glass are ordained deacons in the Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church. “The Lord has opened a door for us to move our ministry forward in exciting ways. We are thrilled to welcome her to the Lake Huron team,” Rev. Emerson said.
“I’m looking forward to planning new retreat experiences that help guests connect with God in fun and meaningful ways,” Rev. Glass said. “I am excited to welcome guests to Lake Huron Retreat Center and grow this ministry in creative ways.” Keep reading
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Staff, Volunteers Make Way for New Carpeting |
We're grateful for this terrific crew who, in about two hours, broke down and moved furniture from the south end of Littleton Lodge. Their efforts allowed for the installation of new carpet in seven guest rooms! Next in line are the north end rooms. |
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Lake Michigan Camp & Retreat |
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Seasonal Campsites Offered in Exchange for Part-Time Work |
Lake Michigan Camp & Retreat is looking for 2-3 work campers May-September/October. Join the fun, friendly crew and help maintain sites, tents, cabins, buildings, bathrooms, and grounds. This is a United Methodist Campground extending Christian hospitality to all guests regardless of religious affiliation. Enjoy the best sunsets on Lake Michigan and a seasonal campsite with 50/30/20, water and honeywagon service. Minimum 20 hours/week. Apply online at umcamping.org/jobs
Contact Erik Bengston, director, info@lakemichigancamp.org or 231-869-5627.
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Wesley Woods Grant Paves the Way for NOMADS
As Wesley Woods continues to make significant upgrades to its facilities, it recently received a $43,000 grant to install 5 RV hook-up sites for volunteer workers. We are gratefule to UMCRM for this boost. It will make a huge difference in our...
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umcamping.org
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A New Day for Camp New Day
Volunteers are needed for Camp New Day - a camp for children and youth of incarcerated parents. Irene Wise writes about her experience, "I found myself sitting on a concrete floor, in the midst of a noisy, happy, excited group of children ..."
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umcamping.org
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We Need Your Help Recruiting Our Summer Staff |
Please consider helping connect potential job seekers with these PAID seasonal positions are available at Wesley Woods, full-time, some flexibility with hours, training included. Opportunity to live on-site or commute.
- Head Cooks
- Kitchen Assistants/Prep Cooks
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Summer Staff, including lifeguards (we can train you), maintenance, and housekeeping
Summer ministry internship
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