A Camp Pastor's Ministry

   You may be wondering, "What is the best way to minister to blind campers?" There are just four things to remember in the camp pastor's ministry. They are . . .

1. In your morning and evening devotions, share with them relevant, practical messages and Christ-centered stories about the gospel. Share with them the stories of Jesus and His love and acceptance for all kinds of people. Invite them to have a friendship with God. Invite them to ask you questions. Don't be afraid to talk about Jesus, that's what blind camp is all about. Feel free to view a list of optional devotional talks.
2. Interact with the campers and participate in the activities with them throughout the day. This is of vital importance. As you become their friend, they will ask you spiritual questions, and they will want you to pray with them. You can help build these friendships by visiting each cabin during the week, letting them ask questions about God and the Bible. This kind of personal ministry will have more of an impact than your morning and evening devotions.
3. Be their friend and counselor. Let them know you will stick around after the evening meeting if they'd like to ask you questions or talk to you. Invite them to come to you throughout the week if they'd like to talk about something or have you pray with them about a problem. They will come. Pastor Fred Calkins from Kentucky has pastored at blind camp for 15 years, and his practice is to let the campers know from the first night that he is available for them to come and talk to.
4. Promote Christian Record's materials each night. One of our representatives will be attending camp and helping to co-ordinate things. Please give him or her two or three minutes each night to talk about a specific book or magazine that CRS provides. Click here to learn about the services CRS provides for the blind.