While at camp we have the opportunity to form deep connections with others through unique and engaging shared experiences. Our shared experiences strengthen those connections and allow us to cultivate lifelong friendships and transformational Christian communities. As we explore the unending beauty of Creation at camp, we are given the opportunity to develop important life skills and discover new depths to our faith.
Our time spent together in exploration challenges us to grow into a new understanding of what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. Our hope is that anyone who spends even a moment here, leaves this place knowing the love of Jesus Christ and feeling renewed to respond to God's call to transform the world.
Our time spent together in exploration challenges us to grow into a new understanding of what it means to be a follower of Jesus Christ. Our hope is that anyone who spends even a moment here, leaves this place knowing the love of Jesus Christ and feeling renewed to respond to God's call to transform the world.
Services
Since 1946, tens of thousands of lives have been positively impacted while participating in the various ministries that Camp Lake Stephens has to offer. While summer is the time of year when more people explore the grounds than any other, we are also open throughout the non-summer months for retreats, church groups, school field trips, college organizations, community events, and much more.
Every summer, thousands of campers enter under the Camp Lake Stephens arch eager to experience fun and fellowship in the midst of God's beautiful Creation. While at camp, it is our hope and intent that campers grow deeper in their Christian faith, learn healthy practices in teamwork and social interaction, and gain self confidence through exploration and celebration of their individual gifts and abilities.
Mission Statement: Camp Lake Stephens, a United Methodist Camp and Retreat Center, is committed to being a place where children, youth, and adults can encounter God and respond in faith to God's call to transform the world. Working at camp taught me so much about God's kindness and Christian community.
Camp Lake Stephens is a place where people of all ages encounter and respond in faith to God's call to transform the world. For over 75 years, people have come to CLS to experience worship, fellowship, renewal, rest and great hospitality. Through these experiences, we focus on deepening the person's relationship with Christ and our community.
