Parent and Chaperone Essentials Welcome to PASSPORTkids! We are excited to have you join us this summer for four action-packed days of fun, faithbuilding camp. PASSPORTkids! is designed with the total well-being of each camper in mind. Here is some information to help you make the most of your time at PASSPORTkids! What NOT to Bring: • Prank items like shaving cream or water balloons. Campers will be held responsible for property damage or clean up costs incurred. • We ask that all electronics be switched off and put away while at camp. This is a rule designed to allow campers to focus on God, camp, relationships and themselves not games or music. • Cell phones are not permitted during PASSPORTkids! programming. Checklist ❏ Passport Medical Release Forms (2 copies signed by a Notary Public so a hospital can treat your child in the unlikely event they are unconscious) ❏ Clothes: T-shirts, shorts, modest swimsuits, at least 1 pair long pants, jacket/ sweatshirt, Variety Show costume, closed-toe shoes (two pairs recommended) ❏ Towels and Linens: Sleeping bag, pillow, washcloth, towels (for swimming, bathing, drying hands) ❏ Toiletries: Soap (for sink and shower), shampoo, deodorant, toothbrush, toothpaste, etc. ❏ Bible and pen/pencil ❏ Sunscreen, bug repellant, flashlight ❏ Water bottle (a must!) ❏ Lightweight backpack/bag for wet things ❏ Some money for the mission offering and camp store Dress Guidelines: Campers should dress modestly and appropriately, according to their size and developmental stage, the entire week of camp. While at camp, please take into consideration the following guidelines: • Modest shorts, shirts, and modest one-piece swimsuit (bikinis or tankinis are only allowed paired with large dark t-shirt) • Properly fitting clothes • Please avoid low-riding and/or revealing clothes • No clothing with inappropriate language/advertising PASSPORTkids! empowers the individual Group Leader to monitor the dress guidelines according to the cultural norms of their community. PASSPORTkids! Staff will not monitor clothing choices. How To Prepare For Camp: • Talk about the fun you expect to have at camp! There will be games, parties, interactive Bible studies, and creative worship times that everyone can enjoy. You will even get to choose a special interest activity for each day from options such as soccer, basketball, drama, crafts, worship leadership, nature hikes, and more! • Be sure you have everything you need for 4 days of camp, but pack lightly. Heavy or bulky luggage is no fun to carry. • Remember to bring a pair of long pants, Variety Show costume, and clothes to get messy in! • Parents, send an encouraging note in your camper’s luggage, or mail one in advance. • We recommend that you discourage calls home during camp. Trust our experience that your child will have the most positive time by focusing all his or her energy and attention on the fun at hand. Plan to talk about the exciting camp session when your camper gets home! • Pray before, during, and after camp—for your camper’s faith to grow, for the many wonderful children and dedicated adults who will share the camp experience, for the caring PASSPORTkids! staff, and for the mission offering. R volutioN L o v e i n A c t i o n Jesus preached an upside down, turn-it-around gospel. The first will be last and the last first. Touch the unclean person and eat with the outsider. To be part of God’s Kingdom, become like a child. This is not only Good News, it’s a Revolution! This summer, you’re invited to join Jesus in seeing the unseen person, standing with the lonely, speaking up for the unheard, and loving the unloved. As the writer of James says, “…I’ll show you my faith by putting it into practice in faithful action.” James 2:18b (CEB) Do you want a Revolution? Daily Schedule Breakfast Morning Celebration Morning Devotion Bible Study Recreation Rest Time (Sixth Sense for 6th Graders) Rotations (Missions & Camper’s Choice) Free Time (Swimming, games & more) Supper Worship Worship Response Gathering Party Night 1: “Revved Up” Rec Party Night 2: El Salvador del Mundo Night Market and Fiesta Night 3: “Just Us Heroes” Variety Show Bedtime Devotions & Lights Out Mission Offering: There are many references in the Bible that teach us to offer hospitality to the stranger. This summer, PASSPORT campers will learn about ministries across the United States whose job is to offer welcome and kindness to newcomers. Specifically, campers will hear the stories of women and children fleeing violence in Central America who seek refuge and safety. We will learn about the cooperation between local ministries in McAllen, TX, and support work among Internationals in Fredericksburg, VA, and Miami, FL. The camp offering will help provide these existing ministries with resources such as new language learning tools and English as a Second Language (ESL) classes, as well as food and clothes needed to help people restart their lives. Open Casting! This year’s Variety Show is “Just Us Heroes”! Campers wishing to present an act must attend a screening with full costumes, props, etc. Please remember that any songs must be karaoke-style—no singing to someone else’s vocal track allowed. Everyone is encouraged to dress up in hero costumes. See your group leader about costume ideas and ways your child can participate! To Adult Chaperones - Thank You for Serving! We appreciate the time and effort you are giving to make a difference in the lives of your church’s children. Your number one priority as a chaperone is to build healthy relationships with the campers in your group, modeling Christ’s love to them. We also ask that you ensure every camper’s safety. Once you arrive at camp, we’ll provide you with details about how you can make the most of your time at PASSPORTkids! For the wellbeing of campers and adults, PASSPORTkids! requires all participating churches to conduct a background check on their chaperones. Your group leader will give you more information. Thanks for your help keeping all our participants safe! Camp Contact Information Camper Name, Church/Group Name PASSPORTkids! at Eagle Eyrie Conference Center 1 Eagle Eyrie Drive Lynchburg, VA 24503 Camp Phone: (205) 588-6937
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