GrandCamp

GrandCamp is a fun-filled, five-day overnight camping 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!

Join us for GrandCamp 2025

Grandchildren, who have completed 1st through 5th grades, will be delighted to enjoy this time with their grandparents. The next GrandCamp will take place June 16-20, 2025 amidst the oaks of Epworth By the Sea Conference Center, on beautiful St. Simon’s Island, Georgia.

What is a normal day at GrandCamp on St. Simon’s Island?

Each day begins about 8:00am with breakfast followed by morning worship and an intergenerational Bible lesson based on the theme. These lessons are fun and engaging; more importantly, they are steeped in God’s Word.

During the second-half of the morning, grandparents and grandchildren are separated for ninety minutes. Grandparents attend grandparent classes affectionately known as “GrandBits” where they discuss what it means to be godly and intentional grandparents. Meanwhile, grandchildren spend time with other leaders who engage them in activities such as arts, games, and Bible stories, all designed to reinforce the theme. Then, the groups are back together for intergenerational games followed by lunch.

Afternoon activities may find you and your grandchildren playing Marco Polo in the pool on one afternoon and participating in a Bible scavenger hunt the next. There are other optional activities that you may partake in, or you can stroll the beautiful grounds of Epworth.

After dinner, evening activities are varied as well. One evening grandparents and children may learn to square dance; the following evening they will join in a hilarious and memorable game of shaving-cream-wiffle-ball!

As the sun sinks below the horizon, the evening activities come to an end. Grandparents retire to their own private rooms with their grandchildren where grandparents will lead personal family devotions using the Scripture passages, discussion questions, and prayers provided in their GrandCamp programs.

Then, a good night’s rest to start the next day!

If you have any questions, contact Wanda DeLorge at wdelorge@christiangrandparenting.com or at 804-605-0917.

Grandfathers, enjoy a video just for you:
“GrandCamp Through the Eyes of a Grandfather.”

What Do grandparents say about GrandCamp?

Jane Jones (aka “Mimi”) stated: “I will always cherish this time with my grands and Jesus. The enthusiasm for the Word and the walk is extraordinary! It empowers me to help my grands on their life journey in the faith of God.”

Rod Abel (aka “Opa”) stated: “Our granddaughter said “This is the best camp ever!”. Our view: “Memories that will last a lifetime!”

Ileen Beard (aka “Grandma”) stated: “Incredible bonding experience with grandchildren. At this age they are so receptive to Christian teaching and sharing the love of God through their Grandparents’ stories.”

Glo Avent (aka “Grammy”) stated: “This carved out time to receive from God is for grandparents as much as their grandchildren. Worth every sacrifice! Be there!”

Linda Robinson (aka “Nana”) stated: “Wonderful experience with my grandkids. Meet many wonderful Christians.”

Ann Walters (aka “Nana”) stated: “Grayson asked me to write him a prayer to say at night. He became so prayer savvy, he said that’s a morning prayer; write me a night prayer. I had to write another one for him. I remember how I stressed over writing the blessing the first year of GrandCamp, and now I am a pro!”

Ann & Bob Allen (aka “Grandma & Grandpa”) stated: “I love how the music, memory verses, skits, and games reinforce the teachings.”

Charlotte Seignious (aka “LaLa”) stated: “Just a marvelous time of being shut off from duties at home, with the ability to single focus on my time with my precious granddaughter Charlotte.”

Theresa Camlin (aka “GaGa”) summed it up best: “It was a very rewarding experience.”

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