The Big
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Swamp Camp
Mission Alliance
Bridging Gaps
S.C.M.A. (pronounced “schema”) is a sister organization to Camp Swamp that partners with God & the older generation in order to establish a perennial camp that provides a space for the next generation to discover their place within the Kingdom of God.
S.C.M.A. is looking for partners, especially within the older generation (camp alumni, parents, churches, small groups, mission societies, and the like) to invest resources to fill the gaps, so that the younger generation may learn to experience God’s love, live out Jesus’ teachings, and pass them on.
Here’s a look at the present-day needs, an existing innovative and impactful process, and what’s necessary to see it thrive through partnership:
What are the gaps?
3Needs we have discovered in churches worldwide:
- The Generation Gap is wide & bridges are needed
- The youth need to experience God rather than just hear about him
- The younger generation desires a place of belonging
How can we fill the gaps?
S.C.M.A. provides a new model that:
- AGives the Older Generation a legacy opportunity allowing the Next Generation to experience God’s kingdom while serving others and passing on Jesus’ teaching
- BCreates spaces for children worldwide to experience a place of belonging and learning
- COffers missional leadership experience and training that raises up the next generation
How are camps started through Swamp Corps?
Spirit leads
We always shadow the Spirit & only go where invited
Invitation accepted?
Swamp Corps dedicates resources for 3 years of training
Goal: establish roles and expectations & plant a culture
Goal: train, coach, reaffirm expectations & cultivate camp culture
Goal: provide support as the host takes on the camp & lives the culture
Camp continues through local & S.C.M.A. support; generations continue through the Legacy Cycle
What impact have we seen?
“This made me realize that this is what I wanted for the rest of my life. I wanted to give back to kids the same opportunity that I got to re-fall in love with the church that Swamp Camp gave me.”
– Víctor O., Honduras
Swamp Camp can definitely change lives, and I am proof of it.
– Maria C., Nicaragua
“No words can explain how much camp means to us. It’s always been the place we feel the most free to express ourselves without the fear of feeling out of place. It’s been a place where we have, on numerous occasions, rediscovered our love for God.”
– Tawana C. & Gaby L., Zimbabwe
What can you do now?
5 Asksfrom SCMA
Prayers
We want God involved. It’s not about “conquering” the world or numbers. It’s about keeping in step with the Spirit & doing God’s will.
Space
Create a space for God to fill with the next generation. Open your minds, hearts, & recognize the youth have a place in the Kingdom in parallel partnership with you.
Embrace
Make a decision & take action. Promote, sponsor, invest. Believe one week can change a life; one week can change the world.
Funding
To keep up with invitations, we need funding so that experienced directors and counselors can travel & train.
Wisdom
We need experience. We believe in continuous improvement & growth. Your input is valued.
Want to join the mission?
our mission
Partnering with God to Bridge the Generations and Fulfill Psalm 72:5.
our mindset
“May He endure as long as the sun, as long as the moon through all generations.”