Steadfast - "July 27-Aug 2"
Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.
1 Corinthians 15:58 ESV
Welcome To Family Camp!
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$40 RV Camping Site
&
$22 Tent Camping Site
Registration Form
Download the kids registration form.
Welcome to Family Camp
Michelle and I are excited to be serving you now as the new Deans of Family Camp. Don’t worry, Michelle will still be playing the piano. We’ve debated for some time how we wanted to introduce ourselves and the theme for family camp this year, and what we decided is that we should just be honest. The truth is that this year we are very excited to be at family camp, but last year, we were not. For the first time in my life, last year, I did not want to be at family camp. I, we, didn’t want to be anywhere. Almost 6 weeks before family camp last year we lost our baby that was born still at 36 weeks. When camp rolled around, we were very much still dealing with the grief and loss and wanting to be in God’s presence but being very angry with Him all at the same time. I am sure some of you can relate to that
exact same feeling. But I am sharing that very hard part of our life not to gain any recognition or sympathy from all of you but to share how amid all of that we were pointed back to God. God remains steadfast! He does not change, and He never will, regardless of our circumstances and our feelings. God remains on His throne! He has called us to that same steadfastness. 1 Corinthians 15:58 says, “Therefore, my beloved brothers, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that in the Lord your labor is not in vain.” When we remain steadfast and immovable in the midst of what God has called us to do then our labor is not in vain. If God has called you to a hard time, or if God has called you to a time of rejoicing in this season, I encourage you to join us this year at Family Camp as we explore the idea of what it means to be STEADFAST!
Sunday Night to Friday Night Evangelist
Ken Nash
Lead Pastor Cornerstone Church
Worship Music
Olivet Nazarene University Ministry Team
Olivet Nazarene University’s Ministry Teams provide energetic, heartfelt worship for groups and congregations of all ages.
The University Ministry Teams are comprised of students who are servant leaders with a heart for worship and a passion for spreading the Gospel across Olivet’s four-state region.
Featured Guests
Saturday Evening Evangelist
Brian Reinhardt
Son's Life Missionary Church
Sunday Morning Evangelist
Dave Maurer
Lead Pastor at Pigeon River Mennonite Church
Sat./Sun. Worship Music
Adam Arnold
Radiant Church Bay City
Bible Study
Bible Study Times
9:00AM - 10:15AM
10:30AM - 11:45AM
Ken Nash
Lead Evangelist and Bible Study Leader
Paul and Arin Shupe
Bible Study Leader
Daniel Vandock
Bible Study Leader
Joel DeSelm
Bible Study Leader
Food Service
Saturday
Family Cookout
$9/person
- $5 Kids 5 to 11
- Free Kids 4 and under
Sunday Lunch
$15/person
- $9 Kids 5 to 11
- Free Kids 4 and under
- (Breakfast & Dinner - See Weekday Rates)
Weekday Meals
Breakfast
(All you can eat. Beverages included.)
$10/person
- $6 Kids 5 to 11
- Free Kids 4 and under
- All you can eat, beverages included
Lunch
(All you can eat. Beverages included.)
$11/person
- $7 Kids 5 to 11
- Free Kids 4 and under
- All you can eat, beverages included
Dinner
(All you can eat. Beverages included.)
$12/person
- $8 Kids 5 to 11
- Free Kids 4 and under
- All you can eat, beverages included
Kids Programming
Children's Programming
provided by Bay Shore Camp's Faith Quest Staff
Infants to First grade
Note: Group divisions are made according to the grade your child will enter in the fall
- PINK BANNER – Infant to Tykes (ages 0-2 years)
- LIGHT BLUE BANNER – Toddlers (ages 2-3 not yet potty trained)
- PURPLE BANNER – Lord’s Lambs (3 year-olds)
- YELLOW BANNER – Kiddie Kampers (4 year-olds)
- BLUE BANNER – Joyful Juniors (Kindergarten)
- RED BANNER – King’s Kids (1st grade)
Sarah Brooks - Kids Dean
Sarah grew up attending many events and activities offered by Bay Shore Camp where she learned at an early age to stay focused on Jesus and rooted in Christ. The grounds of Bay Shore have always defined safety to Sarah, especially in regards to her trust of Jesus. Now as a mom, she desires her daughters and other children know the safety of Jesus’ love and protection of being rooted in Him.
Full-time
All-week Child Programming
$52perweek
- All kids newborn to 18 years old must be registered.
Part-time
Child Programming For Specific Days
$15perday
- All kids newborn to 18 years old must be registered.
Max Family Fee
Child Programming For Evening Worship
$175for theweek
- All kids newborn to 18 years old must be registered.
"IMPACT" Youth
Jesse Karls - "IMPACT" Youth Dean
Jesse Karls is back for his 18th year serving as the director of Impact Student Ministries! He grew up attending Bay Shore Camp, spent 12 years serving as a youth pastor, and now works as a missionary in the marketplace proclaiming the good news of Jesus Christ to anyone who will listen. Jesse loves God and loves people (particularly youth). He and his wife, Jenn, have 5 kids: Josiah, Abby, Levi, Benjamin, and Naomi, and reside in the Chicago area.
Don Mecomber - "IMPACT" Youth Evangelist
Don is back by popular demand for the 4th consecutive year. He and his wife Amanda moved to Unionville in the fall of 2023 with their 5 children to plant Crossroads Christian Church, of which he is currently serving as the lead minister, working with local students and families in the Unionville-Sebewaing Area. Bay Shore has been a large part of his life for as long as he can remember (attending for the past 26 years). Being a part of the Impact team and sharing the love and truth of Jesus with students at Family Camp makes this week the most special and anticipated week of the year!
Jay Witham - "IMPACT" Youth Intern
Jay has been attending Bay Shore Family Camp since the 100th year anniversary in 2011. He is a student at Mott Community College pursuing a degree in HVAC-R before transferring to Ferris State for a bachelor's degree in energy management. In his free time, Jay trains for a 70.3 mile triathlon, competing this September. Born and raised in Croswell, MI, Jay loves the Lord, being active, and spending time at the beach. Jay looks forward to serving at Impact and learning more about ministry and leadership!
Worship Led by Heartsong
HeartSong ministries is back at Impact for the second year and will be led by a member of last year's team, Ethan! HeartSong exists to communicate the livable reality of the gospel as seen through genuine worship. They intentionally balance music, Scripture, and life stories to engage audiences while serving as ambassadors for God and Cedarville University.
Typical Daily Schedule
Tentative daily schedule is subject to change due to weather and availability. Please download the APP to stay up-to-date.
