Worship Arts Camp 2025
July 21-25
“The Gospel for All Peoples”
“For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek.”
(Romans 1:16)
What is Worship Arts Camp?
Worship Arts Camp is a week-long day camp designed for children from PreK through 8th grade. The camp aims to help children explore and develop their talents in various forms of arts and understand how these arts can be a form of worship to God. Activities include music, dance, drama, visual arts, culinary arts, and other creative expressions.
The camp features daily electives for 1st-8th graders and focused arts learning sessions for preschoolers and kindergarteners. Children will also participate in mass choral rehearsals, culminating in a final performance. Our goal is to teach both children and volunteers about the God of the Bible and the essence of Christian worship through the annual theme. This camp provides a wonderful opportunity for children to connect with peers who share similar interests and to grow both artistically and spiritually.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Age Range, Schedule, and Cost:
Preschool – Kindergarten (completed)
Preschoolers must have turned 4 years old by 9/30/24
8:30am-12pm
($105)
*Snacks are provided for PreK & Kindergarten
1st-8th grade (completed
8:30am-2:00pm
($192)
*1st-8th grade need to bring lunch (Please write names on lunch boxes & water bottles)
*Financial Assistance Available (see below)
**An online processing fee will be added when paying online. Fee can be avoided by registering & paying in person, please note that Elective Choices are first come, first serve.
*No refunds after June 23rd
Payment Options
We want every single child to be able to come to Worship Arts Camp! We are offering multiple ways for every child to come. You will have the opportunity to choose from the following options during registration:
- Pay the full amount today
- Pay the full amount in payments (total due by July 14th)
- Unsure if I can pay full amount (A staff member will contact you to determine payment arrangements)
Friday Night Camp Presentation
On the evening of July 25th at 7:00pm we will have our end of week presentation This is always an encouraging time as the campers get to share all they have learned during the week. Kids need to wear their WAC shirts and be in the Agape Center of the church at 6:30pm.
Sunday Morning Service:
The Sunday after camp the children lead the church in worship along with sharing some of what they learned during the week. We understand that some people leave for a final summer vacation or attend another church. If you are in town and/or willing to miss your home church that Sunday, we would love to have you and your camper be an encouragement to the Bethel Church Family. The service is at 10:30. Call time is 10:00 in the Sanctuary.
Solo Auditions
If your 3rd-8th grader is interested in auditioning for a solo then please let us know. These auditions will be held prior to camp. This will enable the child soloist to begin working on the song with the team straight away when the week starts. Be sure to choose the option to Solo Audition Interest on your child’s registration form if they are interested.
Multigenerational Choir and Orchestra
Open to High School Students & Adults
We’re excited to introduce a new opportunity at camp this year—a multigenerational choir and orchestra open to high school students and adults. This is separate from the kids’ choir and is designed for vocalists and instrumentalists who want to help lead worship during camp presentations.
The ensemble will participate in two key events: the Camp Night of Worship on Friday evening, July 25th, and the Sunday morning worship service on July 27. The registration cost is $15, which includes a camp shirt.
There will be a rehearsal the week of WAC on Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30pm -8:00pm. Whether you’re a seasoned musician or a dedicated student, we invite you to be part of this meaningful worship experience.
Camper Registration
Volunteer Registration
Have a love for the arts? Been practicing your craft for years and ready to inspire the next generation? We are looking for elective teachers as well as other volunteers of all abilities for various roles!
CAMPER ELECTIVES
Elective #1 Session (1st-3rd grade)
| Elective | Capacity | Description | Leader |
| Art Exploration | 25 | Campers will explore different art mediums and techniques, fostering creativity and confidence through experimentation and discovery. | Merry Carter |
| Balloon Art | 8 | Campers will participate and create art with ballons through techniques like balloon twisting or modeling. | Rick Lieberman |
| Drama Exploration | 25 | An introduction to the world of drama, this elective will provide campers an experience to learn unique methods of expression and storytelling. With lessons, games, and applications, this will be a fun time to explore God’s gifts of creativity and expression. | Brooklyn Gilliam |
| Jazz Dance | 15 | Jazz is a dynamic form of dance that emphasizes isolations and rhythmic movements. Campers will learn choreography and muscicality skills throughout the week. Campers will also discuss how to honor God in dance as well as how dance can communicate the Gospel and be a form of worship. | Amber Parrott |
| Origami | 25 | Campers will learn the Japanese art of paper folding. Campers will create paper sculptures inspired by imagery and stories from the bible. | Marissa Henrich |
| Painting | 15 | Chris Carter | |
| Piano (beginnger) | 5 | Campers will be introduced to piano: how to sit, how the keyboard works, how to use your hands/fingers at the piano, and beginner exercises. This elective will give campers exposure to this wonderful instrument. | Ania Turner |
| Vocal Ensemble | 25 | Campers will explore how to express themselves through music and singing in a choral setting. They will learn vocal and choral technique , sight – reading, ear training, and music theory while creating music together. | Pam Young |
Elective #2 Session (1st-3rd grade)
| Elective | Capacity | Description | Leader |
| Art Exploration | 25 | Campers will explore different art mediums and techniques, fostering creativity and confidence through experimentation and discovery. | Merry Carter |
| Balloon Art | 8 | Campers will participate and create art with ballons through techniques like balloon twisting or modeling. | Rick Lieberman |
| Beginner Culinary | 25 | Campers will get hands on experience with age appropriate recipes that they will be able to recreat on their own. Each day, campers will prepare a simple dish while learning how it relates to Romans 1:16. | Christine O’Shield |
| Drama Exploration | 25 | An introduction to the world of drama, this elective will provide campers an experience to learn unique methods of expression and storytelling. With lessons, games, and applications, this will be a fun time to explore God’s gifts of creativity and expression. | Brooklyn Gilliam |
| Drum Circle | 15 | In this elective, campers will learn how to worship God through playing hand drums in the form of a drum circle. Students will learn various drum patterns and hand drum techniques throughout the week. | Brian Rowe |
| Painting | 15 | Campers will tap into their creativity by learning the essential techniques of acrylic painting, such as brushwork, color mixing, and layering to produce art that will be displayed in the final presentation on Friday night | Chris Carter |
| Sign Language | 25 | Campers will learn the American Sign Language signs for “Bless the Lord, Oh My Soul.” We will focus stricly on signs and not grammar, so there is no previous knowledge needed. | Sara Winant |
Elective #1 Session (4th-8th grade)
| Elective | Capacity | Description | Leader |
| Acoustic Guitar | 8 | Campers will be taught the basics of guitar playing, including holding the instrument, playing with a pick, strumming patterns, and basic chords. No musical background needed. | Zachary Wyrick |
| Advanced Art Exploration | 20 | Campers will explore different art mediums including wood string art, water color, and paper art relatiing to scripture from the book of Romans. | Shirley Timmer |
| Canva and Graphic Design | 8 | Young artists will learn to use Canva, a powerful graphic design tool, to express their faith through art! This class will guide students in creating beautiful worship-themed graphics, posters, and digital art that can be used in church services, youth groups, and personal projects. | Christina Brandal |
| Intermediate Culinary | 25 | Campers will get hands on experience with age appropriate recipes that they will be able to recreat on their own. Each day, campers will prepare a simple dish while learning how it relates to Romans 1:16. | Christine O’Shield |
| Drum Circle | 15 | In this elective, campers will learn how to worship God through playing hand drums in the form of a drum circle. Students will learn various drum patterns and hand drum techniques throughout the week. | Brian Rowe |
| Sign Language | 25 | Campers will learn the American Sign Language signs for “Our Song from Age to Age.” We will focus strictly on signs and not grammar, so no previous knowledge needed. | Sara Winant |
| Songwriting | 10 | Campers will work together as a team guided by an experienced songwriter to craft both a melody and lyrics for an original song intended for corporate worship. | Joy McMinn |
Elective #2 Session (4th-8th grade)
| Acoustic Guitar | 8 | Campers will be taught the basics of guitar playing, including holding the instrument, playing with a pick, strumming patterns, and basic chords. No musical background needed. | Zachary Wyrick |
| Advanced Art Exploration | 20 | Campers will explore different art mediums including wood string art, water color, and paper art relatiing to scripture from the book of Romans. | Brooklyn Gilliam |
| A/V | 8 | Campers will learn all the different components to the Av tech team, their roles and how each part works with the other. From live streaming, lights, pro presenter and sound. | Marissa Henrich & Michael Joyner |
| Drama Performance | 12 | Campers will learn about stage direction, blocking, diction, articulation, and vocal projection. Campers will build confidence and competence in acting by participating in a skit for presentation on the final night of worship. | Joy McMinn |
| Jazz Dance | 15 | Jazz is a dynamic form of dance that emphasizes isolations and rhythmic movements. Campers will learn choreography and muscicality skills throughout the week. Campers will also discuss how to honor God in dance as well as how dance can communicate the Gospel and be a form of worship. | Amber Parrott |
| Photography | 8 | Campers will learn the basics of using a digital camera and lenses. They will learn about different types of lighting and 5 different types of photography. Campers will discover how photography can be used to glorify God. This elective will take pictures throughout the week that will be included in a slideshow for the final night of worship. | Kelly Joyner |
| Piano (beginner) | 5 | Campers will be introduced to piano: how to sit, how the keyboard works, how to use your hands/fingers at the piano, and beginner exercises. This elective will give campers exposure to this wonderful instrument. | Ania Turner |
| Podcast | 10 | Campers will learn about audio gear, Pro Tools (recording software), video capture/production. They will host and be guests for the WAC podcast which will be shown at some point during the week. | Keith McMinn |
| Vocal Ensemble | 25 | Campers will explore how to express themselves through music and singing in a choral setting. They will learn vocal and choral technique , sight – reading, ear training, and music theory while creating music together. | Pam Young |