1. 2013 Camp Training

2. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Why are we here?  Focus on camp  Remind us how significant camp is  Learn to follow

3. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Benefits for the Campers and Staff Benefits for the Church

4. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Goals of Kamp Koinonia  Minister to campers as individuals  Counsel them in areas of spiritual needs  Help establish good habits of Christian living

5. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Minister to campers as individuals  Show how to use leisure time wisely, without an over-reliance on man-made amusements (Ephesians 5:15-16)  Reinforce the benefits of getting along with others unselfishly (Romans 12:9-21 and Galatians 6:10)  Learn the responsibility for one’s own decisions (Galatians 6:4-9)  Encourage beneficial habits

6. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Counsel them in areas of spiritual needs  Pray for yourself to guide them in the right way  Pray for campers to have positive attitudes towards growth and hearts open to receiving guidance

7. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Counsel them in areas of spiritual needs  Pray for yourself to guide them in the right way  Pray for campers to have positive attitudes towards growth and hearts open to receiving guidance  Assess each camper’s spiritual needs

8. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Counsel them in areas of spiritual needs  Pray for yourself to guide them in the right way  Pray for campers to have positive attitudes towards growth and hearts open to receiving guidance  Assess each camper’s spiritual needs  Submit to God as He uses you as His tool for the campers

9. The Ministry of Kamp Koinonia Help establish good habits of Christian living  Bible reading and study  Prayer  Worship  Fellowship  Ministry  Evangelism  Discipleship

10. The Ministry of the Camp Counselor and Staff The most important influence is YOU  Your roles: Spiritual Leader Mentor Friend Administrator / Organizer “Be very careful, then, how you live - not as unwise but as wise, making the most of every opportunity, because the days are evil. Ephesians 5:15-16

11. The Ministry of the Camp Counselor Qualifications of a camp counselor – be Christ like… Modeling Pleasant Personality Knowledge of the Scriptures Emotional Maturity Positive AttitudeReliability LoveAdaptability HumilityHealth Conscience Common SenseServanthood

12. Camping as a Team Ministry “Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit, but in humility consider others better than yourselves. Each of you should look not only to your own interests, but also to the interests of others. Your attitude should be the same as that of Christ Jesus.” Philippians 2:3-5 Leave yourself at home

13. Camping as a Team Ministry Director Alan Ledbetter – Teen Dennis Eastman -- PT NurseKooks/Kanteen Servant Counselors Sports Director/ Life Guards Asst Director Matt Helm – Teen Seth McKinney -- PT Girl’s & Boy’s Counselors Crafts Director Other Support Personnel

14. Specific Rules for Camp Sign In/Sign Out by parents for campers is required. No one will leave during the camp week without Director/Asst Director knowledge, approval, and personal interaction. Specific Items:  Cellular phones only to be used in case of emergency.  Use of personal electronic games or CD players will be limited to specific times of the day if brought. Camp staff will not allow these items to become a distraction.  Tobacco, drugs, or alcohol of any kind are prohibited at camp.  Fireworks, matches, or lighters are prohibited at camp.  Lost or damaged items or the responsibility of the owner. Modest clothing should be worn at all times. Sleeveless shirts are permissible if fitted around the arms and shoulders, and cover most of the shoulders. Types of clothing excluded: short shorts, mini-skirts, halter tops, spaghetti straps, midriffs, and t- shirts with inappropriate sayings. Staff decisions on the appropriateness of attire should be cheerfully honored. No inappropriate displays of affection.