SUMMER WORSHIP SERIES
What to expect
Abide: Rooted in god
“Remain rooted in God through every season of life.”
Family-friendly gatherings open to all — no registration required but it is encouraged! Free lunch provided after each session. Those who have registered ahead of time will be first in line for lunch. Donations are welcome and appreciated!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Which session will you attend?
Overview:
This summer series explores what it means to remain connected to God in a consistent and meaningful way. Each Sunday highlights a different aspect of abiding, helping both campers and staff learn how to stay grounded in their faith, during camp and beyond.
The goal is not just a temporary experience, but a lasting foundation: encouraging everyone to grow spiritually, stay connected to God, and carry that faith into everyday life.
First session:
Saturday, June 27th, 12pm
Free lunch to follow at 1:00 PM
Theme: What Does It Mean to Abide? Speaker: Indigo Funk Format: Traditional Scripture: John 15:4–5
“Abide in me as I abide in you. Just as the branch cannot bear fruit by itself unless it abides in the vine, neither can you unless you abide in me.
I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit, because apart from me you can do nothing.”
Connection Points:
Interconnectedness and togetherness
We are all part of God’s creation, including nature (not just humans, all of creation)
Rest: the vine doesn’t strain to fulfill its purpose
Surrender: letting God lead Identity and original design, discovering your purpose through letting go
Being open to receiving from God (we need “rain” to grow) Listening for how God is calling you to live
Second session:
Saturday, July 4th, 12pm
Free lunch to follow at 1:00 PM
Theme: Abiding Through Doubt Speaker: Charlotte Trotter Format: Labyrinth Scripture: Psalm 73:26
“My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.”
Connection Points:
The moon analogy (phases, hidden fullness)
“Dark Saturday” during easter, when things feel finished, but God is still working
New life can emerge from hardship, life is cyclical
God often speaks most clearly in difficult seasons
Growth often happens through struggle and trust
Leaning into faith even in uncertainty
Trusting that God holds us in the unknown
Third Session:
Saturday, July 11th, 12pm
Free lunch to follow at 1:00 PM
Theme: Abiding in Obedience (Shema – “to hear”)
Speaker: TBD
Format: Inspire
Scripture:
John 14:15 – “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.”
Micah 6:8 - “He has told you, O mortal, what is good; and what does the Lord require of you, but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?”
Suggested songs: A New Commandment, Micah 6:8, Sanctuary, Micah 7:7
Connection Points:
Defining obedience as active listening
Dedication to listening to God voice in your life, and embodying Jesus’s
lessons in our everyday actions
Hearing and recognizing God’s voice
Living out what it means to follow Christ
Becoming changemakers in a broken world
Pursuing love and peace through faithful obedience
Fourth Session:
Tuesday, July 14th, 11am
Free lunch to follow at 12:00 PM
Friendship Camp registration at 2:00 PM
Theme: Abiding in Community
Speaker: Kelsey Ingalls?
Format: Traditional
Scripture:
Hebrews 10:24–25
“And let us consider how to provoke one another to love and good deeds, not neglecting to meet together, as is the habit of some, but encouraging one another, and all the more as you see the Day approaching.”
1 Corinthians 12:12
“For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ.”
Connection Points:
Each person has a unique role in God’s design
We are all needed to come together to create change - everyone deserves a seat at the table
Collective gifts create meaningful change
The importance of gathering in faith
Growing through diverse perspectives
Listening to one another strengthens community
Friendship Camp as a vital expression of the Body of Christ
Fifth Session:
Sunday, July 19th, 11am
Free lunch to follow at 12:00 PM
Camp Soulspring registration at 2:00 PM
Theme: Abiding in the Word
Speaker: TBD
Format: Inspire
Scripture: Joshua 1:8
“This book of the law shall not depart out of your mouth; you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to act in accordance with all that is written in it. For then you shall make your way prosperous, and then you shall be successful.”
Connection Points:
How we hear God’s voice through Scripture
“Big Book, Little Book” (Celtic Christianity):
The Bible (written word)
Nature (God’s creation as revelation)
Learning to listen to God through both
Living our lives in-sinc with nature, what is nature asking us to do. What is nature asking us not to do.
How does our unnecessary consumption effect all of God's creation
Sixth Session:
Sunday, July 26th, 11am
Free lunch to follow at 12:00 PM
Camp Soulspring registration at 2:00 PM
Theme: Abiding in Identity
Speaker: TBD
Format: Traditional
Scripture:
1 Peter 2:9
“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God’s own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.”
Psalm 139:13–14
“For it was you who formed my inward parts; you knit me together in my mother’s womb. I praise you, for I am fearfully and wonderfully made. Wonderful are your works; that I know very well.”
Connection Points:
Understanding identity in Christ
Who God has called you to be
Your worth is not defined by what you do
Identity extends beyond choices, roles, or mistakes
Grace and forgiveness are central to faith
Living with an outward, others-focused perspective
Seventh Session: Summer Celebration
Friday July 31st, 12am
Free lunch to follow at 1:00 PM
Theme: Abiding Beyond Camp
Speaker: Chris Rhodes
Format: Traditional
Scripture: Colossians 2:6–7
“As you therefore have received Christ Jesus the Lord, continue to live your lives in him, rooted and built up in him and established in the faith, just as you were taught, abounding in thanksgiving.”
Connection Points:
Reflecting on growth throughout the summer
Carrying faith beyond the camp experience
Chris sharing his journey and time at Westminster Woods
Lessons learned and encouragement for staff
Passing the torch to the next generation
SUMMER CELEBRATION:
SUMMER CELEBRATION:
A day to celebrate the end of Summer and the hard work of our incredible Summer Staff!
This is another opportunity to celebrate 80 years of The Woods with us and show your support!
The day will start with a sermon from our very own Chris Rhodes, followed by a BBQ lunch with plenty of games and activities for you and your family!
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Register for Summer Celebration ahead of time!
Those who register early for Summer Celebration get first pick for lunch — a guaranteed free meal for you and everyone you sign up with!
If you don't register for your desired Summer Worship series ahead of time, we can't guarantee there will be enough food for everyone. To make sure no one goes hungry, please sign up for your preferred Worship Series in advance. And yes — you can come to multiple! You're welcome at all of them. We hope to see you and your loved ones throughout the summer here at The Woods, and especially at Summer Celebration!
Want to join us for Summer Celebration but worship isn't your thing? That's totally okay! The worship portion is open to all, regardless of your religious or non-religious background. If you'd prefer to arrive after the morning worship, feel free to show up around 1pm. Parking is behind the front office, and from there you can walk over to the Big Green Field where games and activities will be waiting. Lunch will begin once worship wraps up. Be sure to stick around into the later afternoon — there will be some special announcements you won't want to miss!
* While we love dogs, we are a dog free campus. Service animals are welcome, otherwise please leave your furry companions at home *
YOUR DONATIONS CAN HELP TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Can you give a gift to our campership fund today?
We want to make our incredible summer programs available to every camper regardless of their ability to pay for camp. Contributions to the Summer Programs Fund go towards providing direct scholarships to campers in financial need and supporting our summer programs as a whole, which helps keep the cost of camp low for all families.
Help us reach our goal of
raising $10,000 before the
first day of camp on June 22nd!
Get In Touch
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