News at a Glance
1st Annual Ducky Derby & Family Festival |
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Imagine thousands of ducks clamoring for position on Powell's Creek. Yours squirts to the front inching ahead of another and zips up the winner’s chute. What a hoot! It is true that the first five ducks up the chute will win great prizes but even more true that, in light of all the fun, everyone will be a winner by virtue of having a great time. |
The First Annual Ducky Derby and Family Festival will take place on August 21 at 1:00 p.m. The afternoon kicks off with the big race and then the family fun continues with children’s games and activities being offered throughout the afternoon. Of course the classic Hebron activities – boating on the lake, swimming in the pool, riding a horse, hiking Peters Mountain or one of our pristine trails – are also available all afternoon. In addition you can compete in a Sand Volleyball Tournament and end the day with a delicious chicken barbecue.
The Ducky Derby was designed to give families a great day as well as a fun way to support the ministry of Camp Hebron. All of the proceeds above expenses will go toward Camp’s general ministry fund. This is the fund that supports the life changing ministry of Camp Hebron which helps people of all ages to connect with God, nature and each other. Camper and rental fees go a long way toward supporting the ministry but our commitment to making it available to all without regard to ability to pay requires donated funds. This is yet another way to get involved and help to impact the lives of children and families.
The Ducky Derby is also looking for sponsors to help cover expenses and build up the fund. There are a variety of levels of sponsorship. Go to the sponsor section or contact Jolene for more details.
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Summer Staff 2010 Commissioned
Every year we are told how wonderful the summer staff is. We agree. They converged on Camp the week of June 6 for orientation and training. What a delight it has been to get to know them. We are excited to see how God will use them this summer.
The evening of June 11th was a special time of prayer and commissioning for another great summer of ministry and growth. The evening, attended by friends and family of staff as well as many camp supporters, included a time of worship and sharing by several staff. The service culminated in a prayer of commissioning led by Sam Levy, former summer staff, Carol Miller, parent of staff, Leon Buckwalter, Board President and Lanny Millette, Executive Director. |
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This intrepid group of young people have now embarked on a summer of exciting ministry. The first campers (Worship Arts) arrived on Sunday and the Shalom Camp began on Monday.
Summer Staff 2010 will appreciate your prayers for strength, wisdom, grace and many opportunities to show others the way to connect with God, nature and each other.
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Family Camp Discounts |
Just when you thought Family Camp couldn’t get any better!
How about $750 off the price? |
We want to fill Family Camps IV and V this year. So if you get a new family to go to one of them you get $100 off your Family Camp. Get two new families and you get $300 off. Get 3 new families to come and you get $750 off of your Family Camp! For some of you that means Family Camp would be absolutely FREE. We know you love Family Camp, so help us share it with other families this year.
Family Camp V, June 27-July 2, Speaker: Pastor Dominic Verdell
Family Camp IV, July 4-9, Speaker: Pastor Steve Blayer
More information
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What a Way to Spend a Day!
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Camp Hebron is well known for a high quality residential camping program. This year we will be drawing on that experience to expand our program and provide a Day Camp option for local campers. The program will start the week after school ends and run until the middle of August. Bonnie Prohaska, a Day Camp veteran, will provide leadership to the program. Camp is presently in the process of working out the details and will update this site as they emerge. Contact the camp office (717-896-3441) if you are interested in exploring this option for your children.
Watch for more information as it becomes available.
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Camp Partners With Halifax Ministerium In Reaching Kids
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Halifax has been blessed with a Released Time program for over 30 years. Fourth and fifth grade children, with the permission of their parents, are able to attend this religious education program several mornings throughout the school year. Camp Hebron has partnered in this program in various ways since the beginning. This year Lanny and Geoffrey Millette are leading worship singing and Julie Braun is providing child care for the teachers. In addition Lanny will be offering one of the large group lessons in April.
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Last year, Camp partnered with the Ministerium to offer a retreat for these youth. It was called “R U Up 4 the Challenge” and featured David Burke speaking on “the Fruit of the Spirit. It was very well received by the kids and their parents and another retreat is being planned for this year. Steve Blayer, pastor of Hillside Christian Fellowship in Millersburg, will provide the input on the “Full Armor of God”. Camp will again be the venue and will provide delicious food, comfortable lodging and help with many of the activities. Released Time is yet another way that Camp Hebron can be relevant to the Halifax Community and help people connect with God, nature and each other. |
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Ministry Opportunities at Camp Hebron
“I can’t believe I get paid to do this!” exclaimed one of the staff. It is indeed a privilege to be able to serve the Lord for one’s livelihood.
 In addition to the paid roles, camp is a great place to volunteer. There are opportunities in the kitchen helping with meal preparation and cleanup, housekeeping with deep cleaning or room turnovers, maintenance with wood cutting, grounds maintenance, painting, etc. (many opportunities depending on your skill set and time availability) and program, especially in the fall, winter and spring. Currently, there is a need for help to keep the grounds looking nice. We can always use help weeding, mulching, pruning, edging, etc.
Contact camp for more information (717-896-3441 or 800-864-7747) , download an application now or email now to express interest or ask for more information. We would love to serve with you.
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Board News: 2010
The Camp Hebron Board will have anew President when they convene on January 12 at the EMM Meetinghouse. Leon Buckwalter will assume the Board President role. Leon has served on the board for many years dating back to the early ‘90s. He brings a wealth of experience as a church leader at Locust Lane Mennonite Chapel, a retired high school teacher and now a maintenance and grounds worker at Messiah Village. He has faithfully served on the Camp Property committee for twenty years.
Leon had formerly served as Board Secretary. That role will now be fulfilled by Dr Jim Stauffer. Jim has been involved with the Board for the past several years. He is a physician at the Lebanon VA Hospital and has attended Gingrich’s Mennonite in Lebanon. Many of his children have been involved as campers and last year his son, Allen served on the summer staff.
The Executive Committee will also have a new face in Douglas Garrett who will be serving as the Board Treasurer. Doug is presently serving as the Vice President of Finance and Information Services at the Lebanon Valley Brethren Home in Palmyra. He and his family have had previous involvement at Camp Hebron as camper and retreat guests. Doug has served in various Board roles including serving as Treasurer of both University Mennonite and Gingrich’s Mennonite churches. He and Diane live in Palmyra with their daughter, Sylvie. They also have two young adult sons. They are members in good standing at Gingrich’s Mennonite Church. Doug brings a wealth of experience to the Board.
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Back Row Left to Right: Doug Garrett, Jim Stauffer, Bruce Stauffer, Richard Esh, Lanny Millette
Middle Row Left to Right: Leon Buckwalter, Lester Weaver, Lamar Weaver, Curtiss Kanagy Front Row Left to Right: Audrey Kanagy, Mindi Schrock, Joyce Martin |
The Board meets bi-monthly. Anyone wishing to have a discussion item placed o the agenda should contact Leon or Lanny at least three weeks prior to the board meeting with details. Lanny can be reached by email , phone (717 896-3441 x102) or by mail at 957 Camp Hebron Road, Halifax, PA 17032-9520.
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