What Time is it? Summer 2014 overview Ecclesiastes 3:1 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. Day Daily Them Subject Bible Study Focus Objective Craft focus (additional) Monday Advent Promise of God Mark 1:1-8 To learn that, although Same as Bible Study text; made flesh and Advent is only four John was a weird dude and Blood weeks, we are continually ate bugs. waiting in hope for Christ to come. Tuesday Christmas The birth of Christ. God putting on clothes and moving into the neighborhood. Wednesday Lent God s love for us is shown through Christ, the reconciliation for our own sin. Thursday Easter The resurrection of Christ and the limitless potential of God s love. Friday Pentecost We live in love, preaching, spreading, sharing, the news of our Savior John the Baptist calling, prepare the way! Luke 2:1-20 The birth of Jesus. John 19:1-30 The Crucifixion of Jesus. John 20:1-18 The Resurrection of Jesus! Acts 2:1-21 The Holy Spirit To learn that God came, dressed as we are, and lived among us. To learn to what extent God can go to show us unconditional love. To learn that God s resurrection of Christ reconciles any, and all, sin that separates. To learn that we are equipped to serve everybody in the body of Christ. The western Christmas tradition of a tree decorated in ornaments The nails of the cross. New life of the old. Things can be remade in a new image. Our love of God is shown in the ward service to our fellow person. We will move through a week of camp as if it is an entire turning of the church calendar year. We re talking ab what it means to live in a schedule and a time that is bigger than our own day to day calendars. A calendar on a phone may tell you what the next day has scheduled, but it doesn t show our lives in a called and redeemed people of faith. We wait in hopeful anticipation for the Savior in a time of Advent; we celebrate the birth of God made flesh; our sin is reconciled through God s own son; we rejoice in the resurrection; and we are showing the love of God in Christ to the world
CRAFT NEEDS for AGAPÉ DAY CAMP 2014 Your team of Agapé Day Camp staff will bring with them the majority of supplies for the crafts. However, for some activities, we do need your help. Please ask your congregation to help by providing any of the items below--it's a great way for members of the church who cannot participate in the daily events of Day Camp to still be involved in the Day Camp week! Here is a list of the crafts campers will be making during their week of Agapé Kure Beach Ministries Day Camp and how your church can help us with supplies. If you have questions, please call or e-mail Alex (919) 552-9421 program@agapekurebeach.org DAY CRAFT SUPPLIES NEEDED Monday Tuesday John s Locusts (Grasshopper) Christmas Tree Ornaments Old egg cartons (paper ones preferred). A one dozen carton would serve 4 campers (1 carton= 4 campers). Old CDs, CD-Roms, or DVDs. (ones you don t use any more). One per-camper. Wednesday Nail Cross Necklace No supplies needed! Thursday Tin Can Gardens Old coffee cans, soup cans, any size. Left over fabric, paint, stickers, paper, a hodgepodge of stuff (Agapé will brings some too). One per-camper Friday Through the week Lutheran World Relief, School kit Service Box Everyday Old shoe boxes, and donated school supplies (pencils, erasers, markers, notebooks, paper, school items that fit into a shoebox). The congregation will decide whether it is one per-camper, one per-cabin group, or one as a Day Camp site. Creativity! Thank you for helping make your congregation s Day Camp week a success!
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SAMPLE PARENT LETTER Dear Parents of Agapé Day Campers, The Agapé Day Camp staff is on its way to your community. We all anticipate a wonderful week full of fun and excitement! You child will encounter daily Bible studies, nature activities, puppets, songs, crafts, games, group challenge activities, and FUN! The general daily schedule for the week will include the activities listed above. Each day begins at 9:00 a.m. and concludes around 3:00 (check with your Day Camp Coordinator for exact times). Each program will involve the use of local congregational facilities and/or the use of local park facilities. Please check with the Day Camp Coordinator ab the daily drop-off and pick-up locations for your program. On either Thursday evening or Friday afternoon, the staff is planning a special program that will be open to all parents and friends. The program gives campers an opportunity to share their week's learning. We hope all of you will attend. Please check with your Day Camp Coordinator ab when that program will be held. Also note that we will be collecting an offering towards the end of the week for this summer s stewardship project. In past years we have given to ELCA World Hunger, SERRV, Heifer Project, Lutheran Disaster Relief, schools in the Holy Land, as well as a non-profit organization that provides shoes for children in Third World countries. Our summer theme this year is What Time is it? Our main Bible verse is Ecclesiastes 3:1 For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven. We will move through a week of camp as if it is an entire turning of the church calendar year. We re talking ab what it means to live in a schedule and a time that is bigger than our own day to day calendars. A calendar on a phone may tell you what the next day has scheduled, but it doesn t show our lives in a called and redeemed people of faith. We wait in hopeful anticipation for the Savior in a time of Advent; we celebrate the birth of God made flesh; our sin is reconciled through God s own son; we rejoice in the resurrection; and we are showing the love of God in Christ to the world. What Time is it? Monday: Advent Tuesday: Christmas Wednesday: Lent Thursday: Easter Friday: Pentecost To help your child have the best week possible, here are some general suggestions: 1. Provide your child with a nutritious daily sack lunch. (Unless your church is planning to provide the daily lunch check with your site coordinator). 2. Have your child bring rain gear in the event of wet weather. 3. Have your child wear running shoes daily. 4. Help your child choose clothing appropriate to the weather conditions with door activities in mind! 5. Provide sunscreen, since we will be doing plenty of door activities. 6. Ask your child ab their day at camp during the week! 7. Remember: Each camper must have signed Health History and Field Trip permission forms on Monday. This is required for your child to be able to attend. The Agapé staff will be bringing Day Camp T-Shirts ($10-$12) and other souvenirs ($1.00-$10.00). There will be a store time towards the end of the week to purchase such items if you wish. We are excited for a wonderful week full of fun and learning with your congregation and campers! In God s Service, Your Agapé Day Camp Staff
Church Address (date) Dear Agapé Day Camp Families, The Agapé staff will soon be here at Church and we are preparing to learn What Time Is It? together. We anticipate a wonderful week of excitement in which your child will encounter daily Bible studies, nature activities, puppets, songs, crafts, games, group challenge activities, and FUN. Daily Drop-Off/Pick-Up Procedures: You must sign each child in and daily. We will not release your child to anyone other than the custodial parent or guardian with written authorization and ID! Times: 9:00 a.m-3:00 p.m. Location: Closing Program: (date) All parents and friends are invited to our special closing program. The program gives campers an opportunity to share their week's learning. We hope you will attend. Please bring a covered dish to share. *Note: Camp Agapé will be collecting an offering for this summer s stewardship projects which are selected by the staff each summer and typically benefit an international as well as a domestic cause. At this time Day Camp T-Shirts ($9-$11) and other souvenirs ($0.75-$10.00) will also be available. **There is still day camp on Friday, from 9 am - 3 pm. We have the closing program on Thursday evening so our staff can return to Agapé by Friday evening. Please provide your child each day with the following: *Note: Snack is 2x s daily. If you choose to donate snacks please indicate when returning forms. lunch. sunscreen rain gear bug spray. tennis shoes signed Health History weather appropriate clothing for door Field Trip permission activities. We are excited and look forward to a wonderful week full of fun and learning with the Agapé staff and our campers! In God s Service, (your name) Please return the following in order for your child to attend: Completed Registration Form Completed Health Form (Must be returned by Monday 6/20 to participate) Signed Field Trip Permission Form (Must be returned by Monday 6/20 to participate) Alternate Pick-Up Instructions (Imperative if you will not be picking-up your child!) Registration Fees $
Camper Name (For Camp Use) Cabin or Group (For Camp Use) Week/Camp Last First Initial Agapé Kure Beach Ministries Health History Form To Parent(s)/Guardian(s): Please follow the instructions below. Attach additional information if needed. 1. Complete front and back of this form and make a copy. 2. Send the original signed form to camp at least 10 days prior to camper s arrival. 3. Campers cannot be accepted for camp sessions with a signed health history. Mail this form to: Agapé Kure Beach Ministries 1369 Tyler Dewar Lane Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526 Camper Name: Last First Init. Male Female Birth Date Grade Entering: Dates will attend camp: from to Month/Day/Year Month/Day/Year Month/Day/Year Camper Email: Camp Program Camper Home Address: Street Address City State Zip Code Parent/guardian with legal custody to be contacted in case of illness or injury: Relationship Name: to Camper: Home Phone: ( ) Cell Phone:( ) Email: Home Address: (If different from above) Street Address City State Zip Code Second parent/guardian or other emergency contact: Relationship Name: to Camper: Home Phone: ( ) Cell Phone:( ) Email: Additional contact in event parent(s) (guardian(s) can not be reached: Relationship Name: to Camper: Home/Cell Phones: ( ) ( ) Allergies: No known allergies. This camper is allergic to: Food Medicine The environment (insect stings, hay fever, etc.) Other (Please describe below what the camper is allergic to and the reaction seen.) Diet, Nutrition: This camper eats a regular diet. This camper eats a regular vegetarian diet. This camper has special food needs. (Please describe below.) Activity Restrictions: Chronic illness, operations, or serious injury. (Please describe below.) General Health History: Check "Yes" or "No" for each statement. Explain Yes answers below. Has/does the camper: 1. Had frequent ear infections?... Yes No 12. Had mononucleosis ("mono") during the past 12 months?... Yes No 2. Have a heart defect or heart disease?... Yes No 13. If female, have problems with periods/menstruation... Yes No 3. Had seizures or convulsions?... Yes No 14. If female, has been told ab menstruation?... Yes No 4. Have a bleeding/clotting disorder?... Yes No 14. Have problems with falling asleep/sleepwalking?... Yes No 5. Had a recent injury?... Yes No 15. Had hypertension?... Yes No 6. Have asthma/wheezing/shortness of breath?... Yes No 16. Have a history of bedwetting?... Yes No 7. Have diabetes?... Yes No 17. Had Chicken Pox?... Yes No 8. Had Psychiatric Treatment?... Yes No 18. Had Measles?... Yes No 9. Have headaches?... Yes No 19. Had Mumps?.... Yes No 10. Wear glasses, contacts, or protective eyewear?... Yes No 20. Had German Measles?... Yes No 11. Have diabetes? (year)..... Yes No Please explain Yes answers in the space below, noting the number of the questions. Agapé Kure Beach Ministries 1369 Tyler Dewar Lane Fuquay Varina, NC 27526 919.552.9421 www.agapekurebeach.org
Camper Health History Form (page 2) Camper Name: Last First Init. Mental, Emotional, and Social Health: Check "Yes" or "No" for each statement. Has the camper: 1. Ever been treated for attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (AD/HD)?... Yes No 2. Ever been treated for emotional or behavioral difficulties or an eating disorder?... Yes No 3. During the past 12 months, seen a professional to address mental/emotional health concerns?... Yes No 4. Had a significant life event that continues to affect the camper s life? (History of abuse, death of a loved one, family change, adoption, foster care, new sibling, survived a disaster, others)... Yes No Please explain Yes answers in the space below, noting the number of the questions. The camp may contact you for additional information. Immunization Record: Date of Last Tetanus DPT Polio MMR If your camper has not been fully immunized, please sign the following statement: I understand and accept the risks to my child from not being fully immunized. Signature of Custodial Relationship Parent/Guardian: Date: to Camper: Medication: This camper will not take any daily medications while attending camp. This camper will take the following daily medication(s) while at camp: "Medication" is any substance a person takes to maintain and/or improve their health. This includes vitamins & natural remedies. Please review camp instructions ab required packaging/containers. Many states require original pharmacy containers with labels which show the camper s name and how the medication should be given. Provide enough of each medication to last the entire time the camper will be at camp. Name of Medication Date Started Reason for taking it When it is given Amount or dose given How it is given Breakfast Lunch Dinner Bedtime Other time: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Bedtime Health-Care Providers: Other time: Breakfast Lunch Dinner Bedtime Other time: The following non-prescription medications may be stocked in the camp Health Center and are used on an as needed basis to manage illness and injury. Cross those the camper should not be given. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Phenylephrine decongestant (Sudafed PE) Calamine lotion Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) Pseudoephedrine decongestant (Sudafed) Antibiotic cream Antihistamine/allergy medicine Guaifenesin cough syrup (Robitussin) Aloe Diphenhydramine antihistamine/allergy medicine (Benadryl) Dextromethorphan cough syrup (Robitussin DM) Bandaid Anti-Itch Gel (.45% camphor) Calcium Carbonate (Tums, Antacid tablets) Generic cough drops Isotonic Solution (eyedrops) Bismuth subsalicylate for diarrhea (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) Sore throat spray Isopropyl Alcohol (ear drops for swimmer s ear) Name of camper s primary doctor(s): Phone: ( ) Medical Insurance Information: This camper is covered by family medical/hospital insurance Yes No Please include a copy of your insurance card; copy both sides of the card so information is readable. Insurance Company Policy or ID # Group Plan # Subscriber Insurance Company Phone Number ( ) Where insured is employed Address for claims Check here if you do NOT give permission for A KB Ministries to photograph your child for camp promotional purposes (brochures, SmugMug, etc.) No names are used. Parent/Guardian Authorization for Health Care: This health history is correct and accurately reflects the health status of the camper to whom it pertains. The person described has permission to participate in all camp activities except as noted by me and/or an examining physician. I give permission to the physician selected by the camp to order x-rays, rine tests, and treatment related to the health of my child for both rine health care and in emergency situations. If I cannot be reached in an emergency, I give my permission to the physician to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for, and order injection, anesthesia, or surgery for this child. I understand the information on this form will be shared on a "need to know" basis with camp staff. I give permission to photocopy this form. In addition, the camp has permission to obtain a copy of my child s health record from providers who treat my child and these providers may talk with the program s staff ab my child s health status. Signature of Custodial Relationship Parent/Guardian Date: to Camper: What Have We Forgotten to Ask? Please attach any additional information ab the camper s health that you think important or that may affect the camper s ability to fully participate in the camp program. Updated 2.23.12
DAY CAMP FIELD TRIP PERMISSION FORM has my permission to accompany the (camper name) summer Day Camp to (Church Name hosting the Day Camp) during the week of. (field trip location) The camper has permission to (ride or walk) to the field trip destination under the supervision of the Day Camp staff. Parent/Guardian signature: Date: DAY CAMP FIELD TRIP PERMISSION FORM has my permission to accompany the (camper name) summer Day Camp to (Church Name hosting the Day Camp) during the week of. (field trip location) The camper has permission to (ride or walk) to the field trip destination under the supervision of the Day Camp staff. Parent/Guardian signature: Date:
DAY CAMP ALTERNATE PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS Camper name: Date of pick-up: Name of Pick-up person: Phone: Relationship to camper: Time of pick-up: Parent name (please print): Parent/Guardian signature (REQUIRED): With this signed form, your child will not be released to anyone but the custodial parent or guardian. This is for the safety of your child. Thank you for your cooperation. DAY CAMP ALTERNATE PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS Camper name: Date of pick-up: Name of Pick-up person: Phone: Relationship to camper: Time of pick-up: Parent name (please print): Parent/Guardian signature (REQUIRED): With this signed form, your child will not be released to anyone but the custodial parent or guardian. This is for the safety of your child. Thank you for your cooperation. DAY CAMP ALTERNATE PICK-UP INSTRUCTIONS Camper name: Date of pick-up: Name of Pick-up person: Phone: Relationship to camper: Time of pick-up: Parent name (please print): Parent/Guardian signature (REQUIRED): With this signed form, your child will not be released to anyone but the custodial parent or guardian. This is for the safety of your child. Thank you for your cooperation.
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