Lake Huron Retreat Center Celebrates 80 Years of Ministry
You are invited to celebrate all the sparks that happen at camp and the 80th Anniversary of Lake Huron Retreat Center’s ministry at the lakeshore.
The GRACE Way – Summer Camp Theme
Grace Outside uses the “official” United Methodist curriculum that is biblically-based, theologically sound and energizes campers and staff alike on their discipleship journey. This summer’s GRACE Way theme is based on the “Another Way” curriculum from InsideOut. It...
Jackie Holdsworth’s Story: Lake Huron Retreat Center
One Guest Shares Her Story of Joy, Connection and Home From Karen Hand, Director Lake Huron Retreat Center As I welcomed guests to Lake Huron Retreat Center recently, one guest said she remembers coming to camp here in her teens. So, I asked her to share her memories...
Summer Camp Builds Lifelong Faith Pathways
Making Friends in Christ is Sacred and Special By Rev. David Berkey, Executive Director Christian Camp and Retreat ministries empowers guests to have foundational and transformative experiences. Because of your support, they get to: Commune with the Creator God Live...
Adopt a Cabin at Wesley Woods
From the serene setting of Wesley Woods Camp and Retreat Center in Dowling, MI, we send our sincere thanks to our amazing “Adopt A Cabin” volunteers! Your hard work and dedication have helped us create a special place for campers and guests to connect with...
Sharing Stories – Lake Huron Retreat Center
Recently a group from Newburg UMC stayed at the Retreat Center. One attendee shared how her love of Lake Huron Retreat Center has spanned many years. Her daughters attended choir camps here along the lakeshore. Their family enjoyed winter weekends here over the years...
4 Steps to Planning a Family Camp
So you’re thinking about planning a Family Camp for your church or organization, but where to start? It’s OK to start small and allow your event to grow as word spreads about what a great time it is for families of all ages and sizes. Pray for inspiration at every...
Shorelines Quarterly Newsletter
Your quarterly Grace Outside camp and retreat newsletter brings you updates from Grace Outside and Michigan Area United Methodist Camping, as well as our waterfront destinations: Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat, Lake Michigan Family Campground and Lake Huron Retreat...
Winter Blast
Recharge 2025 With all that life throws at us, what does it mean to connect to God, even amidst the ups and downs of life and our most joyous moments? Let’s find community together and get charged up to walk with God and make a difference in the world!...
Summer Camp 2025 Embraces the Grace Way
Life is hard, but Summer Camp with GRACE OUTSIDE empowers campers to rise to the challenge. Families can now register for the 2025 Summer Camp schedule at GraceOutside.org/Summer-Camps.