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Fall Confirmation Retreat with Service Orientation
Confirmation A: Sept. 5-7, 2025 Confirmation B: Sept. 26-28, 2025 A Confirmation camp that leans more toward service and community, learning experientially and gaining not only group cohesiveness for the fall, but also devotions designed around the Christian life. Guest Devotion Leaders Visiting pastors will lead the youth in Bible study sessions through the weekend.
Confirmation A (Sept. 5-7): Pastor Dan Lepley
Pastor Lepley is serving as Senior Pastor at Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church in Greenville, MI. His wife, Wendi, is a rostered Lutheran school teacher. They have four children and are outdoors enthusiasts, enjoying hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, camping, and recreational sports such as soccer. "Personal time in God's creation is my refuge when the demands of life require taking a time-out," Lepley says. They have spent 20+ years in ministry, including time in Indiana where they served congregations in Seymour and Avon.
Confirmation B (Sept. 26-28): Pastor James B. Robinson ("Rev. Rob")
"I lived my early years in Okemos, MI where I graduated from high school. I served in the military for about 17 years, starting in the USMC Res before moving to the Navy. While in the service I visited about 14 countries and learned about many different cultures. I completed a BA in Theology and Religious studies, as well as a Master's in Education, specializing in Special Education. While in the service I met and married Akila M. Robinson, and we have two wonderful children, James B. Robinson, Jr and Jude T. Robinson. Akila works as a caregiver in a home for people with traumatic brain injuries. James recently graduated from Okemos High School and has started a program for an associate degree. Jude is a freshman at Okemos High School. I enjoy spending time outdoors and volunteer a lot of my free time with the Boy Scouts. I earned my Eagle Scout rank before graduating from high school. My oldest also earned his a few months ago, and my youngest is working on his project now. Camping, backpacking, and anything that allows me to enjoy God's beautiful creation is where I like to spend most of my time. I am excited to come spend time at Camp Concordia and engage in discussions and exploring our faith in Christ, This weekend will be a great experience for you and you will remember it fondly for many years to come." Student Cost: $110 per youth
Adult Leader Cost: $90 per leader (Required: 1 leader for every 7 male youth and every 7 female youth) Each group must provide their own adult leaders. We ask that you bring one leader for every seven students; we also ask that you provide a leader for each gender represented by your students. All leaders must be at least 18 years old. The adult leaders are responsible for their group throughout the entire retreat including behavior, supervision, and in case of emergency, adult leaders must have health information available for every person in the group. Registration
FINAL Registration due date: CHURCH registration indicating how many students the church will be sending should be sent immediately and provides anticipated numbers (with deposits). Deposits refundable prior to July 30. PARTICIPANT Registration (the specific names and information of the individuals attending from the specific CHURCH) is on a first come-first serve basis. There are 82 spots available for this retreat. Every participant - youth and adult - registration forms are due in the Camp Concordia office by August 30, along with the non-refundable deposit of 50% total. |
General Schedule
Friday 8:00 PM Check-in and Cabin Assignments
9:00 PM Adult Church Leader's Meeting - East Room 9:30 PM - Introductions in Lodge
10:30 PM Head to Campfire
12:00 PM Lights Out Saturday 8:50 AM Meet on Lodge Porch (Lake side of Lodge)
9:30 AM Closing Prayer Clean, wash, brush teeth, etc. 10:00 AM Bible Study 1 11:00 AM Serve Session 1 12:50 PM Gather for Meal Prayer 1:00 PM Lunch 1:30 PM Closing Meal Prayer 1:30 PM Serve Session 2 3:00 PM Camp Store (Canteen) 3:30 PM Options
6:00 PM Supper 6:30 PM Closing Prayer 6:45 PM Bible Study 2 7:45 PM Camp Store (Canteen) 7:45 PM Home Church Group Time 8:15 PM Home Church Group Time 9:00 PM Night Options
10:30 PM Evening Campfire, Devotions and Marshmallows 11:15 PM Ready for bed 12:00 PM Lights Out Sunday 8:50 AM Meet on Lodge Porch (Lake side of Lodge)
9:30 AM Closing Prayer Clean, wash, brush teeth, etc. 10:00 AM Session 4 (Worship Planning)
12:00 PM Lunch & Goodbyes Bring
Cell Phones (Unless you are an adult) Knives, guns, tanks, torpedoes Elephants |
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Summer Confirmation Camp
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