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We discover and live into our individual relationships with Jesus Christ by worshiping, learning, connecting (in fellowship and service), and caring. Summer ministry includes all of these! In community, we experience first-hand the transformational work of the Holy Spirit in the world.
Volunteer to serve pizza on Wednesday night and earn credits that can be used towards a merit scholarship for Off-Site Summer Immersion Trips and Camps (including Wapo)! Learn more.
We don’t want money to be an obstacle. Financial support is available for all summer faith formation events. Please indicate if financial support is needed during the registration process.
Shepherd of the Valley is committed to welcoming people of all abilities and working to understand and meet the needs of our congregation. If your child needs an accommodation, modification, or assistance to fully participate in this event, please indicate this in the “Health Concern Explanation” field of your registration, and your program leader will follow up if there are questions. We may not be able to meet all requests at this time.
We intend to take photos and/or video during summer events which may appear in worship, social media, website, or congregational communication without names listed. If you have a concern about this, please email Kelsey Young.
Volunteers of all ages and abilities make it possible to host HUNDREDS of campers throughout the summer at SOTV! We’d love to have you join this amazing team and experience the joy of working together, sharing your faith, or giving a gift of your time, skills, or talents.
Small Group Leader — VBS, Mini Camps
Grade 9 and Older (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Lead a small group of 5 – 8 campers and help campers stay safe, follow directions, and create a caring environment each day.
Small Group Assistant — VBS
Grade 6 and Older (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Partner with a small group leader to care for a small group of campers.
Large Group Action Leader — VBS
Grade 6 and Older (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Lead the VBS song actions for campers on stage at opening/closing.
Station Leader — VBS, Mini Camps
Grade 12 and Older (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Organize and lead activities including giving instructions and managing materials for a station as multiple groups rotate through each day.
Station Assistant — VBS
Grade 6 and Older (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Help station leaders refill and prepare supplies, and clean as needed.
Floater — VBS
Adults, age 18+
Fill in for absent volunteers, help prepare materials, run supplies to station leaders, or whatever else comes up!
Adult Leader — Summer Trips
Adults, 18+
Lead activities, discussions, and create a welcoming environment for Middle and High School students.
Pre-K Mini Camp
Preschool (4 by 9/1/2024) and Kindergarten (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $60
9:30 am – 11:30 am
Vacation Bible School
Preschool (4 by 9/1/2024) through Grade 5 (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $60
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Seeds Summer Camp
Completed Grades 1 – 3
Cost: $260
Camp scholarships are available. Please complete the Campership request after registering with Wapo.
Mini Camp
Grades 1 – 3 (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $60
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Vacation Bible School
Preschool (4 by 9/1/2024) through Grade 5 (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $60
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Wapo Youth Camp
Completed Grades 4 – 9
Cost: $650
Camp scholarships are available. Please complete the Campership request after registering with Wapo.
Mini Camp
Grades 4 – 5 (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $45
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Vacation Bible School
Preschool (4 by 9/1/2024) through Grade 5 (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $60
9:30 am – 12:00 pm
Wapo Youth Camp
Completed grades 4 – 9
Cost: $650
Camp scholarships are available. Please complete the Campership request after registering with Wapo.
Mini Camp
Grades 6 – 8 (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $200
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
River Heroes
Grades 6 – 9 (2024 – 2025 School Year)
Cost: $625
Non-Refundable Deposit of $150 due at registration
Roots Camp
Completed Grades 10 – 12
Cost: $650
Camp scholarships are available. Please complete the Campership request after registering with Wapo.
2024 ELCA Youth Gathering
Completed Grades 8 – 12
Cost: $1350
Wapo Youth Leadership Enrichment (WYLE)
Completed Grades 10 – 12
Cost: $735
Camp scholarships are available. Please complete the Campership request after applying with Wapo.
Wapo Family Get – Away Camp
All Ages
July 5 – 7, 2024 and July 26 – 28, 2024
Cost: Varies, based on lodging choice. See Wapo website for more details.
Wapo Grandparent/Kid Camp
All Ages
July 14 – 16, 2024 and July 16 – 19, 2024
Cost: 2024 rates coming soon
Wapo Family Camp
All Ages
August 9 – 11, 2024
Cost: Varies, based on lodging choice. See Wapo website for more details.
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