Legacy Camp at Church of the Savior General Information for Interns 875 Spaulding, Wichita, Kansas, 67203, 316-263-2391 June 22-26, 2009
Student interns will bring their own unique gifts to further God’s work in this week-long day camp for at-risk youth. The camp features quality classes in music performance, art, dance, and drama, as well as worship, Bible study, small group interaction, and journal writing. The campers range in age from 12 to 18; about 75% have been adjudicated and live in a level five and six group detention facility designed to reintegrate them into society. We believe that God has given the arts for healing and that by offering the opportunity to learn and create, we can have a positive impact on broken lives.
Goals: The goals of the camp are:
to offer the real hope of God’s love and a personal relationship with Jesus Christ to hurting kids
to provide opportunity for each camper to discover new areas of creativity and positive tools for self-expression
to cultivate a sense of belonging, fellowship and support among camp participants
to work together as the body of Christ, allowing God access to all that we are and all that we have for His purposes at Legacy Camp
This is the sixth year Church of the Savior has hosted Legacy Camp, working in partnership with Legacy Ministry, to provide resources to vulnerable youth. Legacy Ministry leads art and music camps around the country, bringing teachers, supplies, and expertise to hurting kids. We believe that as Jesus Christ laid down his life in service to humanity, we, His followers are called to do the same. The people of Church of the Savior support this ministry with prayer, and enormous investments of time, energy, money, and other resources, yet it is the Holy Spirit who causes it to bear fruit.
Activities: During the Camp, student interns work with teachers in the 20-21 art and music classes taught each day. Some of the classes offered last year were drama, guitar, drawing, gospel choir, percussion, swing dance, painting, stomp, music and video filming and production, baking, flying things, photography, wearable art, set design, gardening, scrapbooking, grab bag, basket making, jewelry, and poetry. Expertise in the subject matter is not a prerequisite. Much more important is an intern’s willingness to engage with the youth. Interns will also help with planning, with leading small groups, with the worship, and with setup and physical arrangements. We encourage interns to be part of God’s work and bring whatever gifts they have to the process.
Pre-Camp Events:
Friday, May 29, 6:30 - 9:30 and Saturday, May 30, 9:00 - 3:00 (lunch provided):
Training session with “Power of Hope” from Seattle. This will be experiential, group process training in using creativity with at-risk youth.
Saturday, June 20, 2:00pm -5:00pm:
Attend training sessions with staff, and spend extended time in prayer for the Camp.
Sunday, June 21, 12:00 - 1:30, 3:00pm - 9:00pm:
Help set-up the church from 12-1:30. Then, attend training sessions with staff, assist with final preparations, and go to the Salvation Army to meet the kids and do registration.
Camp Schedule:
Monday - Thursday, June 22-25, 8:00am-7:00pm 8:00 Staff prayer 8:20 Youth arrive 8:30 Worship and devotions (final registration on Monday) 9:30 Small groups and journal time 10:15 Class Session 1 (6 or 7 different creative classes offered) 11:45 Lunch 12:15 Class Session 2 (6 or 7 different creative classes offered) 1:45 Snacks 2:00 Class Session 3 (6 or 7 different creative classes offered) 3:30 Worship and devotions 4:00 Small groups and journal time 4:30 Youth leave 4:45 Staff debriefing and prayer 5:30 Supper (optional -on Sunday you can sign up for which days you will eat with the group) 7:00 End
Friday, June 26, 8:00am - 8:00pm On Friday, the youth do not leave at 4:30 but instead have a dress rehearsal for the evening’s celebration. Parents, staff, interns, campers, and church members are invited to a dinner and evening performance featuring the campers. In an atmosphere of exceptional acceptance, campers show what they have learned during the week and exhibit art objects they have made. They are enthusiastically affirmed by the congregation and by each other for what God is doing in their lives.
Ongoing Contact: Members of Church of the Savior maintain weekly contact all year long with youth from camp. Interns can take part in these activities as part of preparation or follow-up from the camp experience if appropriate.
Student Interns: ● Will receive training to prepare them to offer their gifts and talents to the Holy Spirit’s work. ● Will have on-site supervision and guidance with daily debriefings. ● Will have the opportunity to assist and learn from experienced teachers and ministry specialists. ● Will have the opportunity to strengthen ministry and leadership skills in small groups. ● Will have the opportunity to build relationships with campers and staff.
Room and Board: All student interns living in Wichita will have lunch and supper provided each day, beginning Saturday evening at no charge. Student interns from outside the Wichita area will also be provided lodging and breakfast with a host family from Church of the Savior at no charge.
Travel: Student interns will need to make their own travel arrangements to Wichita. Once in Wichita, we will provide transportation to and from the airport and to and from the camp upon request.
Costs: Interns are not paid for their work, but neither do they have many costs since meals, lodging, and transportation in Wichita are provided free of charge. The major costs for interns may be travel to Wichita. Home churches may be willing to help with travel costs as part of mission giving.
Recommended Reading:
The Present Future: Six Tough Questions for the Church, by Reggie McNeal
Blue Like Jazz: Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality by Donald Miller
Irresistible Revolution: Living as an Ordinary Radical by Shane Claiborne
Application Process: Please fill out the application form (download here) and mail it to Church of the Savior (see contact information below) attn: Miriam Overholt. Applications must be received by June 1, 2009.
Contact Information: Miriam Overholt Church Administrator Camp Director (316) 688-5011
Calvin Wang Intern Supervisor (316) 573-2988
Church of the Savior 875 Spaulding Wichita, KS 67203 (316) 263-2391
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