Who can come to HOP Compassion Camp?

All ages are welcome! We will have many of the fun Vacation Bible School type of activities, but provided in a fun, intergenerational setting. Expect three Friday evenings filled with Bible stories, arts and crafts, game, music a blessed time with friends of all ages. You do not need to be a member of HOP to attend—friends and neighbors are more than welcome.

When are the three sessions?

We will meet on three consecutive Friday evenings in June.
Session 1: Friday, June 14, 2024
Session 2: Friday, June 21, 2024
Session 3: Friday, June 28, 2024

Do I need to come to all three sessions?

No, but you are welcome to. We will be happy to have you join us for one, two or all three sessions. Each one will be a complete evening and it will be easy to jump in and participate.

What is the cost?

We plan provide these evening Compassion Camp sessions without a required charge. There will opportunity to make donations to help with purchasing pizza, art supplies and other expenses, but there is no required payment or cost.

How do I sign up?

It would be helpful to know how many people to plan for, and the approximate ages of children and youth attending. You are able to sign up in person on ‘Sunday mornings through June 28, 2024 or you can call the church office at 760-745-3738 and let Carolina know you plan to attend. You may also download and fill in this Registration Form and mail or bring it to church.

Is dinner provided?

We plan to provide pizza and have tables set up outdoors for folks that would like to come and have supper together from 5:30-6:00. People are welcome to bring in their own food, or partake of the pizza and beverages provided. Our goal is to make it a little easier for families and members to participate and enjoy a relaxed time together.

Who can participate in the music?

We will have an optional but come-if-you-like rehearsal each Friday evening from 5:00-5;30. We will rehearse the songs, and have various Orff instruments available to help out with the accompaniment. We have a love set of barred instruments that belong to the church, and it will be fun to create arrangements together for each evenings song, which will be sung during the opening and closing sessions later that evening. Folks are welcome to come to one or all rehearsals, no experience required.

Am I able to volunteer? What kind of volunteers do you need?

Yes, we will need lots of volunteer help to make these Friday evenings fun and meaningful. It is possible to sign up for various positions during our Sunday morning services as this time. If you have ideas or questions, please contact Cindy Jorstad at cindysuejorstad@gmail.com. We should have sign-up opportunities available on this website within the next week, so please check back.