Volunteer NOMADS Make a Big Impact

Volunteer NOMADS Make a Big Impact

Volunteers are the lifeblood for many nonprofit organizations, and we are no exception. We are grateful for their hard work and joyful energy for our mission. For three weeks, eight volunteers from NOMADS (Nomads On a Mission Active in Divine Service) coming from...
The GRACE Way – Summer Camp Theme

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

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

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

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

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...
Shorelines Quarterly Newsletter

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...
Summer Camp 2025 Embraces the Grace Way

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.

ACA Accreditation Renewed for Wesley Woods

ACA Accreditation Renewed for Wesley Woods

Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat, a Grace Outside destination, has received American Camp Association® (ACA) ACA-Accredited® Camp status. “ACA accreditation means that Wesley Woods/Grace Outside submitted to a thorough review (up to 266 standards) of its...