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1 Forestville Baptist Church 2 Old McElhaney Rd Greenville, SC Dear Parents, This summer we will embark on an epic adventure at CentriKid Camp at Gardner Webb University. Camp is an exciting time for children to focus on learning about Jesus and growing spiritually. Our camp key verse John 8:12 says, when we follow the One True Light we will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. Please read through the Parent Packet Information. Most questions are answered in the packet or in this letter. Below is the need to know dates and cost. We will have a parent meeting on May 28 th for final payment, questions, and any paperwork still needed. If you need questions answered that this packet and letter does not answer, please contact Jimmy Cagle, Children s Pastor (jimmy@forestville.org or ) Camp Grades: 3 rd 5 th Camp Dates: June Cost: $200 per camper ($75 deposit due to secure spot and balance due by May 28 th ) Camp Location: Gardner Webb University KEY VERSE for the week: Then Jesus said to them again: I am the Light of the world. Anyone who follow me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. John 8:12 Day 1: Jesus is the One True Light Day 2: The Light Reveals Our Need Day 3: The Light Shows Us The Way Day 4: The Light Brings Us Life Day 5: The Light Shines Through Us

2 Payment (see attached Payment Options) Please fill out the payment envelope completely. In particular, I need to know shirt sizes for your child(ren). Also, I need the chaperones sizes for shirts. Please indicate Youth or Adult size. Participant Form Please fill out both copies of the attached medical forms (Chaperones I need yours as well). Centri-Kid will not allow your child to attend camp without the completed forms. If you can get forms notarized, great, but if not, I am a notary as well Becci Owens, Office Manager. Also, note that you need a photocopy of your insurance card or form. Housing Dorms on campus that are 2 per room with bath on hall. You might want to bring shower shoes. Towels and linens are NOT provided. Sleeping bag and/or twin bedding will be needed. Free Time There is an indoor swimming pool, Gymnasium, volley ball, game room, Frisbee Games, Camp Store, etc. Camp Contact I will have my cell phone with me if you have an emergency: (864) Also, children may use my phone or a chaperones phone during Free Time each day to call home. Here is the Address for sending your camper a Letter From Home, ***Make sure you send all mail by Day 2 of camp, so that it gets to camp before we leave camp. ATTN: CentriKid Camps Camper / Church Name (Example: Joe Smith/Forestville) 110 South Main Street Boiling Springs, NC Parent Packet covers most Questions and Concerns Week and Daily Themes, Daily Schedule, and OMC grade colors Page 1 OMC explanation, Packing Ideas page 2 What not to bring to camp: Please do NOT bring Cell Phones, radios, CD players, ipods, or video games. Your Centri-Kid experience will be better without them. (Children may call during Free Time) Please do NOT bring skateboards, fireworks, water guns, water balloons, etc. Track Time for Campers Campers will choice 3 tracks the week - Track A, B, C (see schedule). Use the Track Time Sign Up Cards and Return with deposit in Yellow Forestville Ministry Payment Envelope.

3 Parent Packet What is the theme? This summer we will embark on an epic adventure as we learn why Jesus Christ in the One,True Light. In a world full of darkness and false lights, we will show campers how the one, true Light of Jesus Christ can show us the way, bring us life, and shine through us. As our key verse John 8:12 says, when we follow the One True Light we will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. Thanks for allowing us to spend a week of camp with your child. We love to prepare for camp because of the awesome impact just one week can have in the life of a camper. The focus at CentriKid is all about making sure your kids the gospel in a way they can understand it from people they trust. CentriKid staff and your church leaders will spend the week helping kids at camp understand that God has a redemption plan for us and desires a relationship with us. KEY VERSE: Then Jesus said to them again: I am the Light of the world. Anyone who follow me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. John 8:12 Day 1: Jesus is the One True Light Day 2: The Light Reveals Our Need Day 3: The Light Shows Us The Way Day 4: The Light Brings Us Life Day 5: The Light Shines Through Us We believe that your influence in the spiritual growth of your child is very important, so in this packet, we ve equipped you with all the details to make your child s experience at camp great. My hope is that these questions can launch meaningful spiritual conversations with your child about what they learned. Thanks again! Jeremy Echols jeremy.echols@lifeway.com wear your OMC colors Encourage your campers to wear their color to OMC. Their grade is entering & completed completed the one they just completed. 3rd = yellow 4th = green 5th = blue 6th = red adults = orange completed completed Camp Schedule DAY 1 1-4pm... Check-In 5:30pm... Dinner 7:00pm... Opening Celebration 7:45pm... Team Time / Adult Gathering 9:00pm... Church Group Time 10:00pm... Head to Room 10:30pm... Lights Out Day 2-4 7:00am... Breakfast/Time Alone With God 8:30am... I Can t Wait 9:00am... Team Time (Bible Study/Recreation) 11:00am... Lunch 12:15pm... Team Time (Bible Study/Party) 1:30pm... Track A 2:30pm... Track B 3:30pm... Track C *OMC replaces Party on Day 4 4:30pm... Hang Time 5:30pm... Dinner 7:00pm... Worship 8:00pm... Church Group Time 10:00pm... Head to Room 10:30pm... Lights Out Day 5 7:00am... Breakfast / Time Alone With God 8:30am... Team Time 8:45am... Adult Gathering 9:30am... Closing Celebration 10:15am... Churches Depart

4 i have a question... What is OMC? OMC is our favorite game at CentriKid Camps! OMC stands for Organized Mass Chaos. It happens in the afternoon after the second session of Bible study on Day 4. Every camper will compete for their color by completing task cards. Every player is trying to complete a different task, but the biggest rule of the game is that you can t say no, so every time a camper asks another for help, they must stop their task and help. What about camp t-shirts? Every participant at camp will get a t-shirt during Check-In! It s always good to know they ll have an extra shirt at camp just in case they need it! After a camper completes the task, they drop it into their team s colored bucket and get another task card from the numbered flag indicated on their completed card. The team with the most task cards in their bucket wins! While adults don t complete cards, they still help kids with tasks, take pictures, help in the No Fly Zone, and get very messy. For more about OMC, visit centrikid.com/omc. How does my child get to Bible study and tracks? We take safety very seriously. Your kids will dismiss from the auditorium for Team Time (Bible study and Recreation). They will meet at The Spot, our central meeting place for Tracks and afternoon Bible Study. How much free time will my campers have? At CentriKid, almost every moment is scheduled. Campers have a few extra minutes around meals and about an hour at the end of the night. Also, in the afternoon from 4:30 pm to dinner we have Hang Time, which is time for leaders and the staff to hang out with your kids. There will be lots of Hang Time options that campers can choose to take part in. Packing List BRING TO CAMP Sleeping bag or bedding (Ask your Group Leader about sheet size) Shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrush, deodorant, etc Clothes that can be worn to Recreation and Tracks (t-shirts/shorts for each day) Clothes that can get messy (for OMC) Bag for dirty and wet clothes Tennis shoes for Recreation/outdoor Tracks Bible, notepad, pen, and backpack to carry things Water bottle Sunscreen Spending money for snacks, Camp Store, and Missions Offering (all optional, of course) What Is in the camp store this year? The Camp Store will have more items than we ve ever had before! Many items will be specific to a camper s team color so he/she can fully support their color team throughout the week. Our store boasts items like t-shirts, bracelets, water bottles, and more! Prices for store items will range from $1-$15. On the next page, you will see more information about Camper Care Packages, Camp Store Cards, and photos/dvds. Don t forget to let your Group Leader know what you re wanting to purchase for your child, so they can send in preorders. Ask your Group Leader when this information is due. Modest one-piece bathing suit or two-piece with dark shirt to wear over it A watch Don t forget to label everything with your child s name! Towels - for the pool and for showers don t bring Anything that advertises alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs Anything that promotes racism, sexism, or hatred of any group or person Anything that promotes sexual actions or situations Short or tight fitting clothing Alcohol, tobacco, illegal drugs, fireworks, or weapons ipods, rollerblades, etc.

5 Camper care packages Send your camper a package of camp gear! Your Group Leader will be turning in preorder form for Camper Care Packages by June 1 st. If you would like us to deliver a CentriKid backpack full of camp gear to your child at camp, just let your Group Leader know to order one for your child. You will give the $30 to the group leader, and they will pay for the care package on Day 1 at Check-In. These care packages include all team specific items to get campers completely prepared for OMC: CentriKid backpack, OMC t-shirt, water bottle, flash light, team bracelet, eye black, and missions bracelet most specific to their team color. You can also give a note to your group leader to drop in the bag before it is delivered! It s like mail without paying for postage! All Camper Care Packages ordered before June 1 st will be guaranteed all of this great team gear! If they are ordered after this date, the contents will be based on availability. Group DVDS and photos On Day 1 during Check-In, each church group will take a group picture in their camp t-shirts. The cost is $7 each for an 8X10 photo. Make sure you tell your group leader if you want a serious group photo or a funny one. Camp DVDs are also available for $30 and include all the videos seen during programming at camp. Campers will be able to see all of their favorite videos and watch the flashback videos of them having a blast at camp! Camp store cards Store cards can be used on any items in the CentriKid Camp Store. These are only good for the camp store and will not be able to be used at other stores or snack shops on campus.the Camp Store Cards are only good for this cycle of camp. We re not able to carry the balance forward to next year. Any money left will be put into the Missions Offering for the summer. Camp Store Cards come in increments of: $5 $25 $50 Fill out this form to let your Group Leader know which Camp Store Card, photo/dvd, and Camper Care Package you are wanting to order for your camper. You will pay your Group Leader before they leave for camp, then they will make one payment at Check-In Camp order form camper name first & last : parent name first & last : end of week dvd($30) group photo($7) serious: funny: Camper care package($30) t-shirt Size: Color: Camp Store Card $5 $25 $50 total $

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7 This summer we will study the one true Light: Jesus! Campers will be challenged as they learn more and more about Jesus and why He s truly worth following. KEY VERSE: Then Jesus said to them again: I am the Light of the world. Anyone who follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life. John 8:12 Day 1: Jesus is the One True Light: Campers will learn that Jesus is the only One worth following. By Jesus life, we can see all that walking with Him is the best adventure. Day 2: The Light Reveals Our Need: We see that we are in need of a Savior because of Jesus light. He shines His glory and we can understand our brokenenss and need for Him. Day 3:The Light Shows Us The Way: As a follower of Christ, we trust that we never walk alone. God will lead and guide us in the way we should go when we follow Him. Day 4: The Light Brings Us Life: When we trust God, we are given new life through Him. This abundant life is greater than any adventure we could ever imagine on our own. Day 5: The Light Shines Through Us: When the Light of Christ is in our lives, we are called to share Him with all we meet. We will see how Jesus disciples shined and see how we can shine the light of Christ! Questions to ask your child after camp What was your favorite part of camp? Tell me about your team leader. What was your OMC cheer? Did your team get a lot of points? What was your favorite part of worship? Tell me about church group time. What were your favorite parts of track times? What did you learn? Grow, grow, grow... Revisit these?s often Did you make a decision at camp to do anything differently when you got home, or to live or act differently? Do you have the book you got on the last day, with your Time Alone with God in it? (Encourage kids to use this devotional for the next four weeks for their daily time alone with God.) How can I pray for you this week? Dig deeper What was your key verse this week? What does it mean? Tell me some things you talked about in Bible Study! What were some of the things the camp pastor talked about? Did camp change you at all? If so, how? What is God leading you to do? What are you going to miss most about camp? How will you share what you learned at camp with your friends? How can you actively shine the light of Jesus?

8 Archery track time wet descriptions & wild track times Archery - Learn how to shoot a bow & arrow and even practice on our foam targets Splish Art Studio - A combination of painting, Splash sculpting & crafting Baseball - Learn various skills, drills & games of baseball Adventure Basketball - Learn various skills, drills & games of basketball build it Build it - Creative hands-on building activities Cheernastics - A combination of cheerleading & gymnastics Creative Dance - Learn a creative movement and perform in front of camp Tennis Drama - Learn what it means to be an actor and perform various skits Flag Football - Learn various skills, drills & games of football Outdoor Kitchen Chaos - Cook and create fun foods from various ingredients games Outdoor Baseball Games - Play some favorites like wiffleball, capture the flag & ultimate frisbee Sign volleyball Language - Learn the basics and perform a song through sign language in front of camp Flag Foot Sign Language No Boys Allowed - A girls-only indoor track with discussion and activities no boys allowed cheernastics track Tell the Weird Science Soccer - Learn various skills, drills & games of soccer World Splish Splash - Fun and crazy games in the pool Tennis - Learn various skills & drills of tennis soccer Kitchen Chaos Creative Dance Volleyball - Learn various skills & drills of volleyball Weird Science - Fun experimental games & activities with safe ingredients Wet & Wild - An assortment of games involving water hoses, water balloons, etc. art studio Bl times track times track times track times track times * Tracks are subject to availability. Make sure campers know the sports tracks are for beginner to intermediate players. We will be teaching basic skills for each sport, so if you have an all-star, you might want to encourage them to try something new! 2

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11 Participant Form Page 1 of 2 Rev Oct 2013 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. YOU MUST attach a photocopy of insurance card (front & back). Church Information: CentriKid Venue: Name of Church: Group Leader: Group Leader s cell # at camp: ( ) Church Address: 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 participant: 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 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: / / You MUST attach a photocopy of insurance card (front & back). If a camper requires medical attention while at camp, the camper is responsible for the cost. If the camper does not have insurance the sponsoring church will be the financially responsible party. If the medical attention is needed because of an accidental injury at camp, LifeWay provides a limited insurance policy that applies to those costs. Permission, Acknowledgements, Release, 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 for promotional purposes. 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 CentriKid 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.

12 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. Page 2 of 2 Rev Oct 2013 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 staff are trained and as a team committed to your rewarding experience with safety as their highest priority. They have done everything possible to mitigate any risks involved in their recreation programs. 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 and aquatics (not available at every CentriKid 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 CentriKid Camp Venues, 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 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/mediation organization for binding resolution. Affirmation. Participant affirms that he/she has not been convicted of nor received a deferred adjudication for: a misdemeanor or felony under any state or federal statute regarding crimes against persons, sexual offenses, or violent offenses under the Participant Name submitted on this document or any other name or alias. 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 19yrs 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:

13 Medical Release & Permission Form Effective dates: 1/1/2017 to 12/31/2017 Page 1 of 2 Please print in ink: Name: LAST FIRST MIDDLE Age Birthday Year in school: Male Female Address City State Zip Phone: Pager/Cell Medical insurance company: Policy # Mother s name: Phone Home: Work: Father s name: Phone: Home: Work: Emergency contact: Phone: Home: Work: Physician: Office phone: Dentist: Office phone: Medical History If necessary, describe in detail the nature and severity of any physical and/or psychological ailment, illness, propensity, weakness, limitation, handicap, disability, or condition to which your child is subject and of which the staff should be aware, and what, if any action of protection is required on account thereof. Submit this notification in writing and attach it to this form. Include names of medications and dosages that must be taken. Check the following areas of concern for this student. If necessary, add another page with details: 1. For your child s safety and our knowledge, is your student a good swimmer fair swimmer non-swimmer 2. Does your child have allergies to pollens medications food insect bites 3. Does your child suffer from, or has ever experienced, or is being treated currently for any of the following: asthma epilepsy / seizure disorder heart trouble diabetes frequently upset stomach physical handicap 4. Date of last tetanus shot: 5. Does your child wear glasses contact lenses 6. Please list and explain any major illnesses the child experienced during the last year: Additional comments: Should this child s activities be restricted for any reason? Please explain: Page 1 of 2 Forestville Baptist Church

14 Medical Release & Permission Form For your information, we expect each student to conform to these rules of conduct No possession or use of alcohol, drugs, or tobacco No students can drive No fighting, weapons, fireworks, lighters, or explosives No offensive or immodest clothing No boys in girls sleeping quarters and no girls in boys sleeping quarters Participation with the group is expected Respect property Respect one another, staff, and adult leaders Respect and comply with event schedules Students who fail to comply with these expectations may be sent home at their parents expense. I, the student, have read the rules of conduct, the above evaluation of my health, and permission to participate in student ministry activities. I agree to abide by the stated personal limitations and code of conduct. Student signature: Date: Activities may include, but are not limited to: cookouts, boating, water skiing, swimming, basketball, rollerskating, rollerblading, games in the park, soccer, broomball, ice skating, volleyball, softball, baseball, camping, downhill skiing, snowboarding, hiking, biking, concerts, Bible studies, golfing, miniature golf, hayrides. Note: If you desire to limit your child s participation in any event, please submit your wishes in writing to the church student/childrens pastor prior to that event. sponsored by NAME OF STUDENT from 1/01/2017 to 12/31/2017. DATE DATE NAME OF ORGANIZATION has my permission to attend all student activities This consent form gives permission to seek whatever medical attention is deemed necessary, and releases the Church and its staff of any liability against personal losses of named child. I/We understand that as a Participant, I or my child may be photographed or videotaped during the normal event actives, and these photographs/videos may be used for promotional purposes including social media, web-site, etc. I/We the undersigned have legal custody of the student named above, a minor, and have given our consent for him/her to attend events being organized by the Church. I/We understand that there are inherent risks involved in any ministry or athletic event, and I/we hereby release the Church, its pastors, employees, agents, and volunteer workers from any and all liability for any injury, loss, or damage to person or property that may occur during the course of my/our child s involvement. In the event that he/she is injured and requires the attention of a doctor, I/we consent to any reasonable medical treatment as deemed necessary by a licensed physician. In the event treatment is required from a physician and/or hospital personnel designated by the Church, I/we agree to hold such person free and harmless of any claims, demands, or suits for damages arising from the giving of such consent. I/We also acknowledge that we will be ultimately responsible for the cost of any medical care should the cost of that medical care not be reimbursed by the health insurance provider. Further, I/we affirm that the health insurance information provided above is accurate at this date and will, to the best of my/our knowledge, still be in force for the student named above. I/we also agree to bring my/our child home at my/our own expense should they become ill or if deemed necessary by the student ministries staff member. NOTE: ONLY legal parents and guardians can sign this form. This form MUST be signed in the presence of a notary. Most banks offer free notary services and our church has a notary on staff available to notarize this form, however, the notary MUST witness your signature before returning these forms. Parent/guardian signature: Date: Notary Signature: Date: My Commission Expires / / Forestville Baptist Church

15 Children s Ministry Payment Methods and Guidelines Cash or Check All payments in cash or check must be placed in a yellow payment envelope and correctly filled out before turned over for payment. Yellow Payment Envelopes can be picked up at Guest Services (Worship Center) or in the Children s Building. Yellow Payment Envelopes can be returned by o Returning to the Children s Check-in Kiosk o Leaving at Guest Services o Placing in the offering plate on Sundays o Dropping off at the church office during office hours (Mon. Thurs. 8:00 am 5:00 PM) Cash or Check payments not received in a Yellow Envelope will be rejected Electronic Payments You can pay online by a credit or debit card by going to forestville.org and clicking on the Give Online image. All payments must have the appropriate information in the description box (Example: John Doe Children s Camp or Day Camp). COMING SOON: Payments may also be made through our new church phone app which will be released within the next few weeks. Electronic payments can take more than one week to process; they may not be reflected in the most recent balance given. Keeping up with Your Balance All inquiries about your balance for any trip should be directed to the Children Ministry (Jimmy Cagle or Kim Gainey) not the financial office (Sheila Smith). Updated balances will be available the first and third Tuesdays of each month. Processing payments takes time. Balances given by the Student Ministry will reflect the payments received before the previous first or third Tuesday of each month. Late Payments A 24-hour grace period will be made for payments given directly to the office by the end of the next work day (5:00 PM). An extension of up to one week can be given if a request is submitted by to jimmy@forestville.org with the reason, date and method by which the payment will be made. Deposit due dates for all trips cannot be extended. If a deposit is not made on time, the child will not be able to participate. Financial Assistance / Scholarships If a child would like to attend but does not have the finances, the parent can request assistance by filling out the form located at Form must be completed 7 days (one week) prior to the deposit due date.