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2019 Registration/Important Information
Joy El Retreat Schedule at a Glance
For girls in grades 1 to 12 and their moms, grandmothers, step-mothers, or other mother figures.
Date: October 11-13, 2019
Theme: Oasis in the Desert
Speaker: Ruthie Dunkle
For students in grades 6 to 12
Date: November 1-2, 2019
Theme: Masquerade
Speaker: Jay Trainer
For boys in grades 1 to 12 and their dad, grandfather, step-dad or other father figures.
Date: November 8-10, 2019
Theme: Unplugged
Speaker: Tom Harmon (This will be Tom’s last stop on his itinerant speaking ministry.)
For students in grades 6-12.
Date: November 15-17, 2019
Theme: Masquerade
Speaker: Jay Trainer
For students in grades 2-6.
Date: December 6-8, 2019
Theme: Heroes Needed
Speaker: Joe Hall
Home School Retreat
For home schooled students in grades 1-8.
Date: February 6-7, 2020
Theme: Creation Call
Speaker: Ben Cooper
For students in grades 2-6.
Date: February 28 – March 1, 2020
Theme: Go for the Gold
Speaker: Christa Mast
For boys in grades 1-12 and their moms, grandmothers, step-mothers or other mother figures.
Date: March 13-15, 2020
Theme: Passing the Torch
Speaker: Melinda Clark
For girls in grades 1 to 12 and their dads, grandfathers, step-fathers, or other father figures.
Date: April 3-5, 2020
Theme: On Guard
Speaker: Ed Shuerman
Camp Forms
- Online Camp Registration
- Retreat Registration Form – PDF
- Camper Health Form
- Financial Assistance (available for youth only)
Resources for Leaders
Bible Adventure Weekend Leader Resources
- Bible Adventure Group Contract for December 2019 Weekend (need 1 completed contract per group)
- Bible Adventure Group Contract for Feb/March 2020 Weekend (need 1 completed contract per group)
- Student Registration Forms (needed for each camper)
- Camper Health Form (needed for each camper)
- Camper Roster
Momentum Retreat Leader Resources
- Momentum Info Packet – Includes Speaker Bio, Sample Schedule, Registration Form
- Camper Health Form (needed for each camper)
- Camper Roster
Parent Testimonials
“My daughter talked about the speaker and the worship from the time she left camp…I LOVE that she was fed spiritually so well.”
“My son enjoyed chapel and the songs. He loves coming to Joy El.”
“You have changed my kids’ lives forever! You brought them closer to the Lord! You are a blessing for many.”
“For three years, my daughter and her friends have attended Joy El. They always want to return and they always return and bring a new friend.”
“May God continue to bless this ministry. It has helped our daughter think about her relationship with Jesus and to live out a greater commitment to him.”
“We have priced many camps out and Joy El is the best value with the best spiritual emphasis!”
“Thanks for your camp program and in helping me feel comfortable about leaving my child there.”
Retreat Photos
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Just need some questions answered? Call 717-369-4539 or email [email protected].