Two new summer offerings:
Family Retreat and Confirmation Camp
We are busy making plans for Summer 2011. In addition to summer camp, which at your request will include two family camp options this year, Gravatt is excited to offer two completely new experiences on the conference side.
July 3 - 8, the Revs. Susan and Jack Hardaway will serve as chaplains for our first ever Family Retreat Week. Bring the whole family for recreation, relaxation, and renewal. Mark your calendar now and look for more details in the coming months.
July 10-13, the Rev. Mary Cat Young will serve as chaplain for Confirmation Camp. This retreat week will be geared toward first-year Confirmands and is a great opportunity in particular for churches who do not have the resources for a confirmation retreat. Individuals and entire classes are welcome. Instruction will supplement confirmation class curriculum and be interspersed with traditional camp activities like swimming, hiking, challenge course and more.Check our website for more details on Family Retreat Week and Confirmation Camp. |
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SPECIAL EVENTS
Look for this list to grow in the coming months, because the Program Committee is planning several NEW events for you in 2011.
Mark your calendar for the following:
"Under the Tent 2010"
Party and Auction in Columbia
October 22
check website for details
Lenten Women's Retreat
February 13-14, 2011
Spring Break Camp
for 1st through 6th graders
April 4-8, 2011
register online now for early bird discounts!
Camp Gravatt Staff and Volunteers Reunion
April 16, 2011
Fishing Tournament
April 17, 2011
Big Delicious Event
(more details soon!)
May 15-16, 2011
Family Camp 1
May 28-29, 2011
Camp Gravatt 2011
see dates on our website
Family Retreat
July 3-8, 2011
Confirmation Camp
July 10-13, 2011
Family Camp 2
August 5-7, 2011
Dreams Workshop: Water of Life from the Well of Dreamwork
(more details soon!)
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Join us under the tent!We'll groove to the tunes of Heart 'n Soul. Click the image to learn more about the band.  |
Only a couple of weeks until we party Under the Tent to benefit Gravatt. It's not too late to reserve your spot on the guest list for what's sure to be an excellent night of live music, dancing, delicious food and beverages, and great auction items. Check the website on Monday, October 18 for a list of all items up for auction.
Click the link above to reserve your spot on the guest list today! Tickets are on sale now for only $55 per person and will go up to $65 at the door.
Help us spread the word. Download an Under the Tent flyer and give it to your friends.
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Preparing Body, Mind, and Spirit... a 24-Hour Lenten Retreat
Gravatt will host a Lenten retreat on March 13 and 14. The retreat them e centers on remaining present in body, mind, and spirit throughout your walk with Christ. Participants will experience 24 hours of self reflection through yoga for the body, prayer and meditation for the mind, and creative self-expression for the spirit. Retreat facilitators are Mary How and Jemme Stewart. Mary is an artist, art therapist, and managing partner of Angelfish Creations. Jemme is a clinical nurse specialist in psychiatric mental health, a licensed professional counselor with her own private practice, and a yoga instructor at City Yoga in Columbia. Cost for the retreat is  $70 and includes room (double occupancy), healthy meals, and program. Private rooms are available on a limited basis for an additional fee. Registration materials are available online. |
Spring Break Camp 2011
Are you looking for something worthwhile, safe, and fun for your kids to do during Spring Break? Why not send them to camp!? Spring Break Camp at Gravatt for1st through 6th graders is April 4 - 8, and we are planning lots of fun, faith-building activities. Drop your kids off Monday morning, and don't worry about them again until Friday afternoon. Daycare dilemma solved!
Visit our website to register. Discounts available for those registering by the end of 2010. Plus all campers attending Spring Break Camp will receive a discount on their summer camp registration!
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Join the Friends
The Friends of Gravatt Annual Fund was created to build financial and spiritual support for a community that has for over 60 years ministered to people of all ages by providing a space for Christian formation and hospitality, personal and professional development, recreation and fellowship.  Please consider a tax deductible monthly, quarterly, or annual gift to Gravatt to help sustain and grow the ministry that has mean so much to so many. Would
you like to support Gravatt's ministry of Christian formation and
hospitality but can't seem to find your checkbook, an envelope, and a
stamp all on the same day? Now it's easier than ever to become a Friend
of Gravatt by joining the draft! Give us a call and we can set you up
for monthly draft in any amount. Your tax-deductible donation helps
provide camper scholarships, improve facilities, grow programs, and
more. For more information on joining the draft, contact Ellen via email or at 803.648.1817. |
Find Us on Facebook
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currently have two fan pages, one for general and camp information and
one for environmental education. Become a fan by searching for these
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