Uplift 2012

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 00:00:00 -0500

This camp, held on the campus of Harding University, is focused on spiritual growth and developing relationships with other Christian teens. We believe this is an excellent opportunity to equip our Youth to become committed followers of Jesus Christ and to help others do the same.

THE DETAILS
We attend 1st Session on June 16-21 at Harding University in Searcy, AR
Departure: Friday, June 15; be at Grace Chapel by 9:00 AM
Saturday Fun: Swim & Play at a location near Harding
Return: Thursday, June 21, by 8:00 PM

Full details, including the application, can be found in this Update. Feel free to also visit the camp website at www.upliftonline.com.

Planning Ahead
Bring:
• Bible, notebook, pen
• Bedding (sleeping bag, pillow, sheets, blanket, etc.)
• Towel(s) and Swim suit for the lake on Saturday and Harding’s pool during rec time.
• Personal hygiene articles (soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, deodorant, etc.)
• Clothing appropriate to dress code (see below)
• Movies rated G or PG to watch on the bus during the drive
• Extra money for meals while traveling

Do Not Bring:
1. Computers, televisions, radios, iPods, phones, video games, and jewelry. These items can be easily lost or stolen.
2. Roller blades, skateboards, water guns, water balloons, etc. These items can cause injury to you and others.
3. Tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, and weapons of any kind. Any of these will result in your expulsion from camp.

Uplift Rules
1. Uplift is a Christian camp and we ask that you be respectful of other campers, counselors, Harding students, employees, and property.
2. Uplift I.D. cards need to be worn at all times. Your I.D. card is your pass to events and meals.
3. Computers, televisions, radios, iPods, phones, video games, and jewelry are not permitted at Uplift. These items can be easily lost or stolen.
4. Possession of tobacco, alcohol, illegal drugs, drug paraphernalia, or weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited and will result in immediate expulsion from the camp at parents' expense.
5. Remain on campus. Being caught off campus without permission will result in immediate expulsion from the camp at parents' expense.

Dress Code
1. Don’t bring clothing without sleeves (guys and girls). You will not be allowed to wear it under any circumstances, including recreation time. Inappropriate clothing for Uplift includes any sleeveless apparel, (for example, sundresses, tank tops, sleeveless blouses, athletic shirts, and cut-off T-shirts) and clothing that exposes any part of the mid-section when standing, sitting, or bending over. All tops should be long enough to be tucked in.
2. Shorts may be worn, but they must be modest length. At Uplift, we define “modest” as those shorts which are below the fingertips when standing straight, arms to the side. This length applies to athletic shorts as well.
3. Skin tight clothing (tops, spandex, tight jeans, etc.) halter tops, or otherwise revealing clothing are inappropriate for Uplift and are to be left at home. Young ladies are asked not to bring any low-cut shirts/tops.

The Application
Any Youth currently in 6th - 12th grades may register if you agree to the above guidelines.
To guarantee that you reserve a spot, your application and $100 non-refundable deposit must be turned in by Sunday, April 22.
Applications are available in the Youth Room and online to download and print from the Downloads page. Complete your application and place it with your money in The Box in the Youth Room by April 22.

Registration Cost is $325 per camper (includes camp registration, lodging, t-shirt, and transportation on comfort mini buses)
• Sibling Discount: Multiple children from the same family receive $10 off the original cost for the second and third child.
• Full Payment Discount: Pay the full amount with your application to receive $10 off the original registration cost.
• Discounts can be combined for the best deal!
• Place the payment in “The Box” in the Youth Room. Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Checks should be written to Grace Chapel.
• Cost should not keep anyone from attending. Please contact Rocky to learn how scholarship money can be earned.
• If you need to pay only part of the registration cost now or need a scholarship, please discuss with Rocky.
• Each person will need to bring additional money for meals while traveling (approximately 6 fast food meals) and if you would like to purchase items from the university bookstore.

Spring Breakaway 2012 Registration

Sun, 12 Feb 2012 14:55:14 -0500

BREAK AWAY...
• from the routine
• from media consumption, headphones, & cell phones
• from so many distractions
• to rejuvenate & refresh & refocus
• to be challenged & be encouraged
• for a ridiculously good time at the annual Mud Kickball game & massive slip-n-slide
• to enjoy friendships in small group discussions, team activities, bunking in the cabins, and spending free time together
• for a great weekend with the gorgeous backdrop of the mountains of North Georgia.
• to grow your faith in Jesus and make decisions that will change your life.
• for God to make beautiful things out of us.
BEAUTIFUL THINGS
Anything God has made perfect,
Satan can use for evil.
Some of the most pure, sacred
beautiful things have been used for
corrupt, profane, and filthy purposes.
Despite the evil one’s attempts to
desecrate what God created to be good,
Sex is a beautiful thing!
Purity is a beautiful thing!
Intimacy is a beautiful thing!
Relationship is a beautiful thing!
Youth choosing to trust God’s design for these things is a beautiful thing!

The Details
Who: Anyone in 6th-12th Grades
This is a great opportunity to get friends connected with your Growth Group!
Where: Camp Wetoga in the beautiful
mountains near Blue Ridge, GA
Visit www.campwetoga.com
Departure: from Grace Chapel on
Friday, April 27, at 6:00 PM.
(Eat dinner before you come.)
Return: to Grace Chapel on Sunday,
April 29, at 2:00 PM. (We will have
lunch together before we return.)

Cost - covers meals, lodging, transportation, t-shirt, and all activities.
• Early Registration: $80 during February
• Regular Registration: $100 during March
• Late Registration: $120 during April
• Registration is not complete until payment has been placed in “The Box” in the Youth Room.
• We accept cash or checks written to “Grace Chapel”.
• Multiple Children Discount - When multiple siblings from the same family register, the first child pays full price, the second child and third child each get $10 off the cost.
• Cost should not keep anyone from attending. Please contact Rocky to learn how scholarship money can be earned or payments can be made.
• Registration Deadline: Sunday, April 15.
Emergency Contact Form: If you have not already completed one of these forms for a GCYM event, please visit the Downloads page to print and complete a copy.

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Uplift 2012

Spring Breakaway 2012 Registration