BUILDING PROJECT
Update:
Exploring New Options and Priorities
Building We want to keep you informed about our building project and share some important updates.
Our goal to build a new kitchen and dining hall amd chapel is still a top priority, but we’re also focused on ensuring that construction doesn’t disrupt our daily activities. Losing guest group revenue during construction could have long-term effects, so we’re working hard to avoid any interruptions to our programs.
Here are the key takeaways as we move forward with the project:
1. Looking for More Practical Solutions
After seeing the financial challenges with the new Tulahead facility, we realize we need to find more practical options that fit within our resources. We’ll focus on solutions that are realistic for our budget and goals.
2. Reducing Disruptions
We understand that construction can cause interruptions, so we’re making sure to choose a plan that causes the least disruption to our programs and guest groups. Keeping everything running smoothly is essential for our success.
3. Finishing Within the Timeline
Time is important, and we want to complete the project within a set timeline. We are focusing on options that can be finished on time, so we can get back to regular operations and avoid delays.
We’re still exploring different options and will keep you updated as we have more information. Thank you for your ongoing support as we work through this project!
For any questions or more details, feel free to reach out.
now is the time
Camp Luther has experienced significant growth over recent years in both the number of summer campers and guest groups using the facilities throughout the year. In a typical year, Camp Luther hosts over 5000 people in group rental activities and over 800 summer campers. Key facilities, like the Main Building which is over 60 years old and houses the Dining Hall, Kitchen and Chapel, have become stretched beyond reasonable capacity.
The existing Main Building and covered outdoor activity space is the heart of Camp Luther. Presently, the small, cramped kitchen space operates at maximum capacity-and beyond-and it’s the same with space in the dining hall and the chapel. We believe that ‘Now is the Time’ to build with a vision to expand these key facilities essential to the Camp Luther experience.
A message from matt Castle "The colonel"
Since Camp Luther opened its doors in 1950, it has been a thriving camp where real relationships are formed, real love is demonstrated, and the real lives of individuals seeking to grow in their faith is apparent. Our summer camps have and continue to change the lives of thousands of campers. Time singing around the campfire, eating together in the dining hall, and growing in faith through chapels have continued to keep us connected on our beautiful seven acres on Hatzic Lake. These connections started in 1950 through the opening of Camp Luther and have continued throughout the past 74 years. Praise God for His faithfulness!
Every year, more people are able to make real connections through our safe and fun environment and facilities at Camp Luther. Through finding belonging at Camp Luther, campers are able to grow in their faith and discover God’s love for them.
After recovering from lost momentum from the COVID-19 pandemic, we have been blessed with full camps for Summer 2024 at Camp Luther. As an answer to prayer, God provided us more bunks to fill through a second site at Camp Tulahead in Princeton which we launched summer 2023 and what an incredible first summer! From the
very first day, we saw our campers come alive with the same spirit, joy, and
faith that have defined Camp Luther. The love and support we received from
dedicated individuals like you made it all possible.
We have exciting new opportunities to grow a flourishing ministry at Camp Tulahead. As well, we have a chance to develop and grow our facilities at Camp Luther to accommodate our increased demand and continue to provide campers, as well as guest groups, amazing experiences at camp!
With anticipation of God’s continued faithfulness and growth, we know that Now Is the Time to step out in faith to renovate and grow our current Camp Luther facilities.
As we embark on our campaign for financial support to account for this growth and development, we are excited to partner with our members and those who have been positively impacted by Camp Luther Ministries over the years.
Whether it be a gift of time, prayer, or funds, we are thrilled to move forward together in our growth as a Camp Luther family. Thank you for choosing to join in whatever capacity possible to support our campaign because Now Is the Time at Camp Luther Ministries.
The building
Camp Luther Ministries current plan. Create a NEW main building space, currently in the designing stages. The NEW main building will be designed to host more people.
How Can i help?
We invite you to join us in praying for Camp. We want to acknowledge the Lord's faithfulness in sustaining Camp Luther for 75 years, and do not want to take our growth for granted. Pray that God would continue to use Camp to provide a safe and fun place where campers and guests can experience His love in real ways, to the glory of His Name.
Ask God to lead you in what ways you may be able to support future projects, specifically in the giving of your finances.
Give to this legacy build
Thanks for being a part of camp!
Have questions? Reach out to Sarah Manuel, our Advancement Director, at advancement@campluther.ca