EPIC 2020 Update: Diocesan Summer Camp Changing to Online

 

April 24, 2020

Friends,

 It is with very heavy hearts that we are writing to let you know that, in consultation with Camp Courageous and other diocesan leaders, we have decided to cancel EPIC, which was scheduled to take place July 27-31, 2020.

Kristina, the camp planning staff, and I were very much looking forward to this event, as I know many of you were. We are truly saddened that we will not be able to spend time this summer laughing, singing, and creating and worshiping together at camp. 

We are aware that testing for COVID-19 will increase in coming weeks and that stay-at-home restrictions will slowly begin lifting. We have made this decision out of an abundance of caution and a deep desire to love vulnerable members of our community the best way we know how, by maintaining physical distancing.

While we cannot gather together in person, we do want to offer a virtual camp experience. If you are overwhelmed and not in need of additional faith at home/learning resources, please feel no pressure to participate. Our goal is to make this simple and straightforward with a variety of pieces so folks can take what they need and leave the rest.

Here’s what it will look like:

  • Daily video lessons posted each morning to our website and EPIC Facebook group. 

  • Camp activity kits mailed to your homes with crafts and activities centered around each day’s lessons.

  • Virtual meets ups via Zoom with age groups to check-in.

  • Evening gatherings with fun for the whole family 

You can find the registration link on our website www.iowaepiscopal.org under the Mission and Ministry tab, choose Children and Youth Formation.

For those who have already registered, we are happy to provide you with a refund. Alternatively, you may direct your registration fee to our scholarship fund. Please let me know which option works best for you by June 15th.

Please save the date for EPIC 2021 at the Christian Conference Center in Newton, IA.  Dates will be July 5 – 9, 2021.  We looking forward to seeing you in person next year!

We are available to answer questions via email or phone. Thank you for your understanding!

Amy Mellies                                                                                                   Kristina Kofoot
Missioner for Children and Youth                                                            Camp Director

 
Traci Petty