Give a gift of Camp this Christmas!

 

CAMP CLOTHES

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift? The Church of the Brethren Outdoor Ministries Association is selling a new line of logo T-shirts, tank tops, and hoodies this winter, with proceeds going to support OMA’s environmental grants for camps and congregations. Check out the available inventory at https://www.bonfire.com/2025-oma-shirt-fundraiser/

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CAMP NEWS & NOTES

• The final Escape to Emmaus day of 2025 is slated for Dec. 13 with “Earth Tones: A Creative Songwriting & Poetry Workshop” from 9 a.m. to noon. Cost is $15. Camp manager Randall Westfall was featured on the local “Along the Rock” podcast to talk about the workshop. Watch for more Escape opportunities in 2026!
• The camp’s annual Camp Celebration Day and Lunch took place Sept. 13. After the meal, a program shared summer highlights. Outgoing Senior High Camp co-directors Sara Garner and Aaron Gerdes received the first-ever Campfire Award for their service. Pat Heid received the Bill & Betty Hare Volunteer of the Year Award.
• Three new camp board members were affirmed at the Illinois/Wisconsin District conference in Bloomington, Ill., Nov. 8. Welcome to Andy Brooks, Melyssa Otake Greenacre, and Monica Pandya Burchfield! The camp also had a display at the conference, and manager Randall Westfall shared a report during the business session.
• Before the year ends, please consider giving a gift to camp: Mail a check, donate on the website, or visit https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/8596dd75-871a-458b-b5d2-5f0f3054367c.

Giving Tuesday

This Giving Tuesday consider giving a gift to Camp Emmaus where we are called to a life of service, peace, and deep connection with one another. Help us to create a welcoming space by giving of your time, talents, and resources.

Give here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/8596dd75-871a-458b-b5d2-5f0f3054367c

Fall 2025 Appeal

“Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms..” - 1 Peter 4:9-10

Dear Friend of Camp Emmaus,

As the summer camping season has ended, we are overjoyed for the many individuals who joined us! We hope to see you at one of our fall events. Please plan to attend either the district campfire on Saturday, October 18th at 12:00pm or the annual leaf-raking day on Saturday, November 15th.

This year we served 127 campers and had 54 summer staff/volunteers. Without the support of our camper’s families, congregations in our district, and our donors we would not be able to give them such an amazing experience.

We thank you for your partnership and your prayers. We are grateful for being able to nurture this year’s campers and cultivate a welcoming space where all can experience the healing powers of creation and be called to live a life of service, peace, and deep connection with one another.

Would you consider making a donation to pave the way for the 2026 camping season?

Blessings to you, Your Camp Emmaus Board

3011 W Camp Rd, Oregon, IL 61061
www.campemmaus.org
dev.chair.campemmaus@gmail.com
https://www.facebook.com/CampEmmaus