Compassion Camp

Children and adults of all ages are welcome to this intergenerational compassion camp (similar to Vacation Bible School).

What is Compassion Camp?

Compassion Camp is an updated version of VBS (Vacation Bible School) for children that focuses on teaching participants to develop compassion for others and care for creation. The program takes place in the summer and the stations are Music, Yoga, Bible, Snack, Games and Crafts.

The theme for this year is Justice.

Compassion Camp is a program where participants explore what is means to have compassion for themselves, others, and the world.

As we look around the world, our deep need for compassion becomes increasingly evident with each passing day, perhaps now more than ever. Using each Compassion Camp component, we’ll explore themes of compassion as they relate to each session’s scripture. 

How we’ll engage with participants:

Gathering & Music – introduces theme for the day

Bible Story – child-friendly paraphrases of the scripture accessible for all ages.

Create & Play – a fun mix of crafts and activities throughout all five sessions to practice our compassion skills and have fun together.

Movement – physical engagement to connect our minds, bodies, and spirits with God.

Recreation – Cooperative games that get participants’ bodies and minds moving and reinforce Compassion Camp’s themes and takeaways. 

Compassion in Action – these activities help participants think creatively about sharing their compassion and love. These small, simple, and tangible acts help us express God’s deep compassion for each other, ourselves, and the world.