At the Heart of Camp
At the Heart of Camp By Allison Vitale, Program Director Summer Camp is like nothing else. At camp, you are surrounded by the most encouraging counselors, an intentional Christian community, and the beautiful outdoors that constantly reveal God’s amazing character....
Explore Prayer Practices
By Rev. Cora Glass “The retreat helped me intentionally be present before God through scripture and prompts.” Fifteen participants gathered at Wesley Woods Camp & Retreat Center in February for the Introduction to Contemplative Prayer retreat. They immersed...
Summer Camp Internships
More Than a Summer Job Grace Outside announces the return of its summer intern program. We are grateful to the Michigan Conference of the United Methodist Church for the funding grant that fuels the summer camp internship program. The ideal candidates are...
A Blog About Nothing
Sometimes it’s impossible to experience grace and peace without taking time away from all that there is to do and do nothing. Let’s find the courage to take a sabbath break.
Scholarships
Local Church Scholarships If you, or someone you know, need extra help paying for summer camp, check with your local church. Churches are very supportive of United Methodist Camping, and many offer camp scholarships. Michigan Area United Methodist Camping Scholarships...
Grace Outside Creates Love Inside
Introducing Grace Outside We have exciting news! Michigan Area United Methodist Camping is launching its new brand, Grace Outside! This energizing new brand tells the story today’s families need to hear: experiencing God’s Grace Outside creates love inside. Grace...
Giving Back
Servant Leadership Includes Giving Back to the Community Since 2007 Lake Huron Retreat Center guests have supported the center’s Food for God’s People Ministry. All guests have the opportunity to bring nonperishable food items and/or toiletries to the Center....
Lakeshore Interlude
Lakeshore Interlude invites seniors (65 years +) back to camp. You’ll love meeting new friends, diving into Bible Study, singing the hymns that keep your faith alive — all at beautiful indoor and outdoor settings overlooking Lake Huron. Plus, enjoy all the...