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1 NORTH GREENVILLE NORTH GREENVILLE UNIVERSITY

2 THANK YOU! Dear Parent, Thanks for entrusting your child to us for a week of camp. We value your confidence in us to provide your student with a safe and fun learning environment. Enclosed you will find the tools necessary to adequately equip your child for camp this summer. FUGE Camps offer you the opportunity to study what your students are studying during camp. This material is called Parent Devotions and can be found on our website ( after April 1, We look forward to working with your students and providing a life-changing encounter with Jesus Christ. If you have any questions please don t hesitate to contact us directly at fuge@lifeway.com. In Him, The FUGE Team TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 :: CAMP SCHEDULE 4 :: WHAT TO BRING & WHAT NOT TO BRING 4 :: DRESS CODE 5 :: CAMP BIBLE STUDY OVERVIEW 6 :: NIGHT LIFE 6 :: MISSIONS OFFERING 7 :: CENTRIFUGE & XFUGE TRACK TIMES 8 :: MFUGE & XFUGE ON MISSION MINISTRY TRACKS 9 :: PARENT DEVOTION 9 : PASTOR & WORSHIP LEADER 10 :: CONTACT INFORMATION 10 :: FACILITY INFORMATION 11 :: MEGA BAG ORDER FORM 12 :: FUGE RELEASE FORM 2

3 CAMP SCHEDULE Opening Day 1:00 4:00 PM Registration 5:00 PM Dinner 6:30 PM Opening Celebration 7:30 PM MTET/Track Time Planning (MF/XFM) Bible Study Groups (CF/XF) 9:15 PM Church Group Rally 9:30 PM Church Group Devotion 11:00 PM In Rooms 11:30 PM Lights Out CF = Centrifuge MF = MFuge XF = XFuge XFM = XFuge on Mission Note: Unless noted, schedule element applies to everyone Days 1, 3, & 4 of Camp 7:00 AM Breakfast 7:45 AM Quiet Time with Church Group 8:15 AM Morning Celebration 9:00 AM Bible Study (MF/XF/XFM) Recreation (Centrifuge) 10:15 AM MFuge/XFM leave for Ministry Site 10:45 AM Bible Study (CF) Recreation options (XF) 12:00 PM Lunch (CF/XF) 1:10 PM Track Rally (CF/XF) 1:20 PM Track A (CF/XF) 2:20 PM Track Rally (CF/XF) 2:30 PM Track B (CF/XF) 3:20 PM Return from Sites / Hang Time (all camps) 5:00 PM Dinner 6:30 PM Worship 8:00 PM Church Group Devotion 9:45 PM Night Life 10:15 PM Hang Time 11:00 PM In Rooms (Note: This will be 11:30 PM on last night of camp.) 11:30 PM Lights Out Day 2 of Camp *Morning Schedule is the same as Days 1, 3 & 4 3:20 PM Extended Free Time 8:30 PM Worship 10:00 PM Church Group Devotion 11:00 PM In Rooms 11:30 PM Lights Out Closing Day 7:00 AM Breakfast 8:00 AM Quiet Time with Church Group 8:30 AM Bible Study 9:45 AM Closing Celebration 10:45 AM Churches Depart 3

4 WHAT TO BRING Linens, towels, pillows, blankets Water bottle you can refill and carry with you Closed-toe, closed-heel shoes (for outdoor activities) Bible, notepad, and pen Toiletries such as toothbrush and shampoo Sun protection Spending money for snacks, camp store, and missions offering (optional) Summer clothing (see dress code below) Theme night clothing WHAT NOT TO BRING Alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, fireworks, water guns, or any kind of weapon. We recommend no cell phones, ipods, playstation portables or other gaming devices, roller blades or skateboards. If students do bring cell phones or ipods, please ensure these are not distractions at camp. Items that may be used for pranks such as water balloons, shaving cream, silly string, etc. Pranks are not allowed at camp. Your church will be charged for any damages or issues related to clean up. DRESS CODE Students should NOT pack anything that: Advertises alcohol, tobacco, or illegal drugs; Explicitly or implicitly promotes racism, sexism, or hatred of any group or person; Explicitly or implicitly refers to sexual actions or situations; Has spaghetti/small straps or open back, except for sleepwear; Is excessively short or tight fitting. While at camp, we ask that students: Wear modest shorts (when hands are extended to the back or the front, fingertips must touch fabric). Sleeveless shirts are now allowed during day-time activities. Shirts with spaghetti straps or excessive armpit cutouts (exposing torso and undergarments) are NOT allowed. Wear closed-toe and closed-heel shoes while at recreation, track times, or on ministry site (and during Mega Relay). Wear modest, one-piece bathing suits or two-piece suits covered with a dark colored t-shirt, if participating in water activities. Wear modest shorts, pants, jeans, or dresses for worship. Dresses with spaghetti or small straps, open backs, and excessively short lengths are unacceptable (when hands are extended to the back or the front, finger tips must touch fabric). Modest sleeveless tops are allowed in worship. Do not dress in a way that calls attention to underwear (sagging your pants, rolling down your waistbands, etc.) or wear pants or shorts with lettering on the bottom. * Some Painting, Construction, and Yardwork participants may be asked to wear long pants while working at certain ministry sites. * Adult leaders have the responsibility of modeling and monitoring their group to ensure students are dressing appropriately. 4

5 BIBLE STUDY OVERVIEW Alive & Free: A Book Study on James As believers, our lives are to be set apart. The Christian walk should be attractive and contagious so people see the difference Christ makes and want to experience it for themselves. The call upon believers in the book of James describes a life full of action and virtue. LIFE QUESTIONS: Do others know by your actions that you are a professing believer? Why must we be doers of the Word and not hearers only? What do your words reveal about your heart? Do you approach life with a humble spirit? How do you respond when trials come your way? DAY ONE // ACT NOW Students will learn that authentic faith is more than claiming to believe in something. Faith in Christ transforms and compels us to action, while freeing us to live the full life to which God has called us. Scripture: James 1:19-27; 2:14-26 Key Verse: James 1:25 DAY TWO // SPEAK LIFE Students will examine the power of words. With our speech, we have the ability to praise God, encourage others and speak truth; with that same tongue, we can tear down and bring destruction. We will discover how to discern Godly wisdom from that of the world. Scripture: James 3:1-18 Key Verse: James 3:17 DAY THREE // BOW DOWN Students will look at how living by faith requires submission, humility, and obedience before God. Students will see that freedom in Christ is greater than anything this world has to offer. Scripture: James 4:1-12 Key Verse: James 4:10 DAY FOUR // STAY TRUE Students will understand that following Christ is not a guarantee of a life free from suffering. The trials we face produce endurance in us when we walk by faith through them. We can rejoice in the freedom of knowing that in Christ we are made complete. Scripture: James 1:2-4; James 5:7-12 Key Verse: James 1:4 5

6 NIGHT LIFE Night of First Full Day: ALIVE: a party with music, lights, glow sticks, black lights, lots of fun and more. Think rave! Night of Second Full Day: Extended Hang Time: No Night Life Night of Third Full Day: FREE: a time of self-guided introspection and worship with stations and hands-on activities. Last Night (or afternoon): MEGA RELAY: Get your game faces on and come ready to compete for the FUGE Cup! MISSIONS OFFERING FUGE Camps will again partner with the International Mission Board (IMB) and the North American Mission Board (NAMB) to support missions both here at home as well as around the world. The portion of the missions offering for NAMB will assist in two areas of focus: SEND North America and Current Canada. The portion of the missions offering for IMB will provide vital funds to support two arenas of work: the ministries of missionaries in Sub-Saharan Africa, and ministry efforts all over the world through missionaries hosting International World Changers (IWC) projects. In Africa, this year s offering is the culmination of a five-year partnership between FUGE and IMB to evangelize and disciple Unreached People Groups (UPG s) like the Karamojong tribes of northern Uganda and South Sudan. To see some of the work being done in Sub- Saharan Africa, visit fugeforafrica.com. To see projects accomplished through IWC, visit imbstudents.org/iwc. Through SEND North America, NAMB helps to mobilize churches and individuals by providing missions opportunities throughout North America. NAMB will train and implement church planting strategies to reach 5 regions and 32 cities across North America with the message of God s love, mercy and redemption through Christ. For more information about SEND North America, check out Another area of missions service will be through Current Canada. Current Canada is a summer internship program for students to partner with church planters across Canada to impact a culturally diverse nation that is less than 10% evangelical Christian. For more information on Current Canada, please visit 6

7 CENTRIFUGE AND XFUGE TRACK TIMES Centrifuge Tracks are a time each afternoon for students to explore and develop a variety of interests. Students will sign up for their track choices on registration day. Some of the tracks offered at FUGE are listed below; the details of these will be presented on registration day. Tracks listed with an asterisk (*) may have an additional charge. Please Note: Depending on the size of camp and number of staffers for any given week, not all of these tracks will be offered the week you attend. CHOIR CRAFTS* CREATIVE MOVEMENT CREATIVE PAINTING CREATIVE WRITING DRAMA GUITAR HOW TO MAKE A VIDEO IMPROV JEWELRY MAKING* JUGGLING INTERPRETIVE SIGN PERCUSSION WORSHIP LEADERSHIP ADVENTURE ROPES BACKPACKING DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY KAYAKING MOUNTAIN BIKING* WATER SPORTS BASKETBALL BATTLEBALL DISC GOLF FLAG FOOTBALL FRISBEE GAMES HIKING LAWN GAMES NINE SQUARE IN THE AIR MESSY GAMES* SOCCER SOFTBALL TABLE GAMES TEAM HANDBALL TEAM SPORTS ULTIMATE FRISBEE VOLLEYBALL APOLOGETICS CHRISTIANITY 101 DISCOVERING GOD S WILL EXPERIENCING GOD FOR GIRLS ONLY HOW TO STUDY THE BIBLE LEADERSHIP ESSENTIALS LIFESTYLE EVANGELISM MAN TRACK MISSIONS PEER MINISTRY PRAYER RANDOM ACTS OF SERVICE SPORTS MINISTRY 7

8 MFUGE AND XFUGE ON MISSION MINISTRY TRACKS At MFuge and XFuge on Mission your student will be placed in one of their track selections and will participate in these ministries each day. Their options to choose from are detailed below. Children s Ministry This ministry track involves working with children in a variety of settings including: Vacation Bible Schools, Backyard Bible Clubs, Day Camps, and other site-specific work with children. Groups may work at churches, community centers, apartment complexes, children s homes, etc. The purpose of this track is to provide students with the opportunity to teach and lead children through Bible stories, games, crafts and music. Games and Recreation Ministry This ministry track is designed to help students use their athletic ability and willing hearts to share the gospel through sportsmanship and Christ-like attitudes. These tracks are located in children s centers or homes, apartment complexes, community centers and boys and girls clubs. Games and Recreation tracks will not always have the opportunity to lead Bible stories or share the Gospel directly, but will focus more on relational evangelism through intentional conversations. This track ministers to people of all ages, from Pre-K to High School and even adults. Painting, Construction, and Yard Work Ministry Students in this track will spend their time doing yard work, repairing, cleaning, painting, and light construction work. These tracks work with various organizations such as Habitat for Humanity and local housing authorities to meet the physical needs of churches, schools, families and individuals. Students in this track will be encouraged to share the love of Christ with people they are working for and with people they encounter through their work. Social Ministry This ministry track provides students a variety of ministry opportunities for meeting the physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual needs of people. Students in this track may minister in: mentally/physically handicapped centers, nursing homes, homeless shelters, soup kitchens, food banks, clothing closets, furniture distribution centers, refugee ministries, prison ministries, Baptist Centers, Salvation Army Sites, and other community organizations with similar purposes. Students will work both directly with people in the community as well as behind the scenes. Evangelism Ministry This track is designed to give students an opportunity to share their faith with people in the community. The track will work in populated areas and will engage people in conversation through handing out refreshments, organizing activities, playing music, etc. Students may also partner with local churches to pass out flyers and prayer walk as part of church planting efforts. 8

PARENT DEVOTIONS Parent Devotions are also available on FUGE.com after April 1.

PASTOR & WORSHIP LEADER FUGE Camps offers the best camp pastors and bands/worship leaders available.

Bands and worship leaders are musically talented and gifted in leading worship.

com for pictures and biographies. SOCIAL MEDIA @fugecamps fugecamps fugecamps blog.lifeway.

9 PARENT DEVOTIONS Parent Devotions are also available on FUGE.com after April 1. This resource is for you to know what your student is learning in Bible study. PASTOR & WORSHIP LEADER FUGE Camps offers the best camp pastors and bands/worship leaders available. Camp pastors are dynamic and relevant. Bands and worship leaders are musically talented and gifted in leading worship. And, all of these folks are interested in investing in your students. Go to FUGE.com for pictures and biographies. SOCIAL fugecamps fugecamps blog.lifeway. com/fuge FUGE RELEASE FORM Every person coming to camp (adult sponsors and students) needs to bring two FUGE Release Forms. One original notarized form will be given to camp staff, plus a photocopy for the group leader to keep with them while at camp. You can find this form on the last page. 9

10 NORTH GREENVILLE SPECIFICS CONTACT INFORMATION Physical Address (For directions): North Greenville University 7801 N. Tigerville Road Tigerville, SC Mailing Address: North Greenville University Attn: FUGE Camps (please write church and camper names on all mail) PO Box 1892 Tigerville, SC FUGE Camp Cell Phone (not active until May 26): FUGE Camp Address (not active until May 26): FACILITY INFORMATION North Greenville University Main Number: North Greenville University Website: Housing: Dorm Style - Bath: Suite Style or Community Linens: Not Provided Amenities: Indoor Gym, Outdoor Pool, Tennis Courts, Snack Shop, Game Room, Lake with Kayaking, Hiking Trails, Volleyball, Ropes Course, Free Wi-Fi, Campus Bookstore Average Weekly Attendance:

MEGA BAG PREORDER It was so popular last summer that we decided to bring back the MEGA Bag! In it you ll find everything your child needs for Mega Relay bundled together for one low price.

11 MEGA BAG PREORDER It was so popular last summer that we decided to bring back the MEGA Bag! In it you ll find everything your child needs for Mega Relay bundled together for one low price. Parents, you can preorder one for your student today! In these MEGA Bags will be a t-shirt, water bottle, buff, eye black stickers, rubber bracelet and of course, the drawstring bag to hold it all! You can have all of this for one low price of $30, a savings of $5. NOTE: The MEGA Bag is NOT required for participation in Mega Relay. Here s how it works: 1. Print off the order form below. 2. Turn in the preorder form for MEGA Bags to the Group Leader prior to May 1 so that they can submit the entire youth group order by May 1. All orders at camp are on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last. 3. Group Leaders ONLY will go online to preorder the bags! (One preorder per church, please!) 4. Parents will pay the Group Leader prior to leaving for camp or upon turning in their form! 5. The Group Leader will then make one payment for ALL preordered bags once they arrive at their camp location. 6. Students will come to the FUGE Store and pick up their MEGA Bags! MEGA BAG ORDER FORM Group Leaders: Hand these forms out to parents and collect them in time to preorder by May 1. Parents: Turn this completed form into your Group Leader prior to May 1. CAMPER NAME: PARENT NAME: HOW MANY MEGA BAGS WOULD YOU LIKE TO ORDER? ($30 each): CAMPER T-SHIRT SIZE (S-3XL): (if ordering more than 1, list all sizes) 11

FUGE Release Form Group Leaders: Bring ONE notarized copy of this document to registration and keep a photocopy for yourself to have with you in case of emergency at camp.

Church Information: FUGE Venue: Name of Church: Group Leader: Group Leader s cell # at Camp: ( ) ChurchAddress: City: ST: ZIP: Camper s Info: Participant Name Age Date of Birth: / / Grade Completed

12 FUGE Release Form Group Leaders: Bring ONE notarized copy of this document to registration and keep a photocopy for yourself to have with you in case of emergency at camp. Attach a photocopy of insurance card. Church Information: FUGE Venue: Name of Church: Group Leader: Group Leader s cell # at Camp: ( ) ChurchAddress: City: ST: ZIP: Camper s Info: Participant Name Age Date of Birth: / / Grade Completed (campers only): Address: City: ST ZIP In case of an emergency notify: Relationship to camper : Phone Numbers-Home:( ) Work( ) Mobile:( ) Other:( ) Medical Profile Generally, the participant s Health is: (Check One) Excellent Good Fair Poor If Fair or Poor, please explain the condition: List any medical difficulties which are currently being treated: Check any of the following that cause you problems & explain: Asthma Sinusitis Bronchitis Kidney Trouble Heart Trouble Diabetes Dizziness Stomach Upset Hay Fever List any any medicines or substances to which you are allergic: List any previous operations or serious illnesses List any medications you are currently taking: List any special diet or special needs: Childhood Diseases: Chickenpox Measles Mumps Whooping Cough Other: Date of Tetanus Immunization: / / Family Physician Phone:( ) Insurance Co. Policy #: Subscriber Name: Subscriber Number: Employment: Subscriber Occupation: Work Phone: ( ) Permission For Medical Treatment, Photograph/Video Notice, and Release and Indemnity My permission is granted for the camp or event director, church official, any camp or event staffer, or adult present or in charge of first aid, to obtain necessary medical attention in case of sickness or injury to me or my child. Also, I understand that as a Participant, I or my child may be photographed or videotaped during normal camp or event activities, and these photos/videos may be used in promotional materials. I, the undersigned, do hereby verify that the above information is correct, and I do hereby release and forever discharge LifeWay Christian Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention, the FUGE Camp Venue, the Church, camp or event sponsors and state conventions and their employees ( Released Parties ) from any and all claims, costs, demands, actions or causes of action, past, present or future arising out of any damage or injury in connection with my or my child s employment by or participation in this camp or event. I agree to indemnify the Released Parties for any and all claims, demands, damages, injuries, costs, suits or causes of action, past, present, or future, arising out of or caused by myself or by my child while participating in this camp or event or while on property leased or owned by any of the Released Parties. Assumption of Risk. I am aware of the risks associated with participation in the above event and do hereby voluntarily assume full responsibility for any risk of loss, property damage or personal injury, including death, that may result from participation in event activities. Recreation The recreation programs at summer event venues strive to offer fun, safe, and challenging activities that engage the whole person body, mind and soul. Program staffs are trained and as a team committed to your rewarding experience with safety as their highest priority However there are inherent risks to participation in recreation activities, including but not limited to, initiative games, high and low challenge course, outdoor education, paintball, equestrian activities and aquatics, (not available at every FUGE venue). You could experience any of the following elevated heart and respiratory rates, uncomfortable group dynamics, climbing or descending unpredictable and possibly slick or uneven terrain, crossing narrow wires and logs, jumping, running, climbing/descending steep rock faces, traveling long distances in remote settings, carrying weight on your backs and shoulders, unforeseen forces of nature or weather, any of which could result in injury/illness that could result in loss of life, limb, and/or property. For more detailed information about the recreation programs offered at summer event locations, go to and follow the specific link to the camp venue s Group Leader Information. Understanding. I represent and acknowledge that I have completely read and understand this document and all its terms and all matters referred to herein, and I signed voluntarily as my free act and deed, that I have had an ample opportunity to obtain the advice of counsel and that, by signing this document, I understand that I am relinquishing legal rights and remedies that may have otherwise been available to me. I understand that this Waiver and Release shall be construed as broadly and inclusively as is permitted by applicable law and agree that if any portion of this document is held invalid, the remaining portions shall continue in full force and effect. To the extent the restriction on filing lawsuits is deemed unlawful, I agree to submit any Claims to a Christian conciliation/arbitration organization for binding resolution. Copy to Camp Venue. It is understood and agreed that a copy of this form shall be treated as authentic and binding as the original and that a copy of same shall be provided to camp venue. Complete and sign below (participants who are minors per your state statute require Parent/Legal Guardian signature). Participant s Signature (only if 18 yrs of age or older): Date: / / Parent/ Guardian Signature: Phone: ( ) Date: / / Notary Acknowledgement: State of County of On before me,, Notary Public, personally appeared who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument. I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the state that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct. WITNESS my hand and official seal. Notary signature: My commission expires:

PARENT PACK. Centrifuge/M-FUGE June 22-27, 2015 Greenville, SC North Greenville University

PARENT PACK. Centrifuge/M-FUGE June 22-27, 2015 Greenville, SC North Greenville University PARENT PACK Centrifuge/M-FUGE June 22-27, 2015 Greenville, SC North Greenville University Total Cost: $315 $25 Deposit is due at signup $100 Payment due 4/16/15 Balance due 5/14/15 Dear Parents, It's an