Those of us involved with United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries have amazing stories to tell! Stories of unity, of hope, of transformation. We help unite kids, teens, and adults from all walks of life. We help them unite in encountering the risen Christ. We use intentional experiences to help them unite together in building bridges from where they are to where they can be. We inspire them to unite in transforming the world. We live out what it means to be #UnitedInCamping!

You're invited to join with the UMCRM community this summer in collaboratively sharing our stories through the visual medium of photography. It’s as simple as posting at least one photo each week—from June to August—that best reflects the given word for that particular week. You can post on whichever social media platform(s) you prefer, we just ask that you use the hashtag: #UnitedInCamping. If you post to Instagram or Facebook, be sure to tag @UMCRM in your photos. You might also consider inviting your campers, guests, and staff to participate (just make sure that all appropriate permissions are acquired and that individuals know your camp's social media guidelines in advance).

Inspiration for the weekly themes comes from the 7 Foundations of United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries. We hope this helps all of us think more intentionally about our shared core values in the daily chaos of summer. We also hope this helps the people of our denomination and the world better understand the vital role Camp and Retreat Ministries plays in the current and future “Big C” Church!

June 3 — Creation

June 10 — Disciples

June 17 — Transformation

June 24 — Sacred

July 1 — Nurture

July 8 — Faith

July 15 — Care

July 22 — Appreciation

July 29 — Partner

August 5 — Hospitality

August 12 — Community

August 19 — Leader

August 26 — Inspire

We look forward to seeing your stories this summer!

 – Matt Williams (Sky Lake, Upper New York), Collin Grooms (Lake Lucerne, WI), and the UMCRM Board of Directors