GrandCamp is a fun-filled, five-day overnight program designed for grandparents and their grandchildren to have fun, meet new friends, and develop a closer bond together with God. Come and learn how to be intentional about showing the light of Christ to your grandchild; come and praise the Lord with your grandchild; come and watch your relationship with your grandchild blossom and grow!
GrandCamp is a unique, grand faith adventure for grandparents and their grandchildren, focusing on leaving a faith-legacy for the next generations. From engaging in shared purposeful activities, to discovering from God’s Word what it means to walk in the truth, to building a treasure chest of life-changing memories — all in an environment that invites having a pile of fun — this will be a time for building memories that will last a lifetime.
GrandCamp is an amazing intergenerational adventure designed to transport grandparents and their grandkids away from the daily distractions of life, where God can do something extraordinary in the lives of both. If you are a grandparent, GrandCamp offers a unique environment and context for providing a powerful, transformational generation-to-generation experience.
Mark your calendar — 2027 GrandCamp Dates have been set
Grandchildren, who have completed 1st through 5th grades, will be delighted to enjoy this time with their grandparents. GrandCamp will take place June 14-18, 2027 amidst the oaks of Epworth By the Sea Conference Center, on beautiful St. Simon’s Island, Georgia.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact Wanda DeLorge, Director, at wanda.delorge@gmail.com
What did Grandparents who attended in 2026 have to say about GrandCamp?
- “Our friends spoke very highly of GrandCamp, encouraging us to attend with our granddaughter. They undersold it! It was a much better experience than I had imagined. Thanks to everyone involved.” – Terry
- “This was our 3rd time coming to GrandCamp, and you know it was well received when our grandchild asks us, right after Christmas, “Can we go again this year?” – Jim
- “Hearing my grandson say, Mimi, we need to pray, and then leading the prayer time together just melted my heart!” – Becky
What did Grandchildren who attended in 2026 have to say about GrandCamp?
- “It is the Best Camp!!” – Paul
- “This was the first experience with only my Mimi and Poppy. I am excited to come back with my sisters.” – Harper
- “It was the best.” – Remy
- “It was fun.” – Shepherd
- “GrandCamp is a great experience if you want to have a great time, bond with your grandparents, and get closer to God.” – Allen
What was the best thing you did this summer?
By the Very Rev. Karl Burns, Church of Our Saviour, Johns Island
I’ve got my answer locked in: GrandCamp with my nine-year-old grandson, Lewis!
Over the years, I’ve spent many summers at camps and retreats, but this one? This one topped them all. We laughed, played, prayed, and made memories that will last far beyond our time at Epworth By the Sea on St. Simons Island, Georgia. It wasn’t just the highlight of my summer—it was a heart-filling adventure that brought Lewis and me closer to each other and to God.
In so many ways, GrandCamp is a sacred space. For four days, Lewis set aside Legos, video games, and Taekwondo, while I stepped away from preaching, pastoral care, and yard work. Together, we turned our hearts toward Jesus. We studied Bible stories, memorized scripture, built a simple circuit to light a bulb, and prayed using a bag of Skittles—and yes, we ate them too!
GrandCamp is sacred because it fosters meaningful connections with other grandparents. I loved getting to know fellow grandparents from across the country, hearing their hopes for their children and grandchildren, and praying with them throughout the week. Lewis, too, bonded with the other kids. It was such a blessing to watch them encourage each other in faith and grow in their love for the Lord.
But GrandCamp isn’t only sacred—it’s also a wonderfully silly place! Water balloons, relay races, and square dancing, helped us all experience faith with childlike joy. My personal favorite? Shaving cream wiffle ball. Turns out, a handful of shaving cream and a high-five are great ways to make foamy friends!
While there were many planned activities, Lewis and I especially enjoyed the unstructured afternoons—swimming in the pool, exploring the beach, and walking the pier on St. Simons Island. Squirt gun battles, boogie board surfing, and seaside strolls were all memory-making moments. But my favorite time? Our evening devotionals. Though we were tired and ready for bed, our devotional guide helped us open up about our faith and our lives.
On our third night, Lewis asked me, “Papa, when did you give your life to Jesus?” He was amazed to hear that I was not much older than he was. I’m pretty sure he wouldn’t have asked that question before GrandCamp.
And Lewis’s favorite moment? I asked him. The Sunday after we returned, he stood in front of the congregation at Our Saviour and shared that his favorite moment was the last night—when his Papa gave him a blessing.
We had spent about thirty minutes sitting on a bench overlooking the intercoastal waterway. I told him how much I love him, how much he means to me, how deeply God loves him, and how God will guide and strengthen him.
His response? “I love you, Papa.”
That was it—I was undone. My heart was full, and my soul rejoiced. Lewis reaffirmed his faith and commitment, and we walked hand in hand back to the chapel. Along the way, we somehow ended up talking about shaving cream going up our noses during wiffle ball.
I told you—GrandCamp is a sacred space, but it’s also a silly space!
We’re already looking forward to next summer’s GrandCamp (June 15–19, 2026). Lewis and I have even convinced his little sister and Mimi to join us! He wanted me to tell you something too:
“Tell them it’ll be the best thing they will do all summer.”
Amen, Lewis. Amen.
See photos from GrandCamp 2025 by Rileigh Barber
Grandfathers, enjoy a video just for you:
“GrandCamp Through the Eyes of a Grandfather.”
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