A love of the great outdoors and Christian fellowship are two characteristics of Campers on Mission. Whether backpackers hiking mountain trails, families on vacation, or senior citizens motoring the highways, they look for ways to tell others about their faith in Jesus Christ. They come from all ages and walks of life. Retired and active career individuals, young families, and grandparents all share in the ministry. They are likely to be anywhere. From state fairs and commercial campgrounds to the back corner of church parking lots, Campers on Mission have found a way to combine a love for the outdoors with ministry across North America.
What is Campers on Mission?
Campers on Mission (COM) is a national fellowship of Christian campers who share their faith while camping and as the opportunity permits. It was organized in the early 1970's. Sponsored by the North American Mission Board (NAMB) of the Southern Baptist Convention, membership is open to Christian campers of all denominations. There is no membership fee.
What do Campers on Mission Do?
Campers on Mission accept short-term mission assignments across the United States and Canada. Typically, these assignments last a week or more. The Oklahoma chapter organizes and participates in mission opportuniries such as construction and renovation work, Backyard Bible Clubs, survey and clerical work. They do personal witnessing, distribution of Bibles, and conduct campground services. Many states expand their ministries in a variety of settings. These include ocean beaches, lakes and rivers; state and county parks; fairs, carnivals, parades and festivals; and flea markets.
What do I need to be a Camper on Mission?
COM members need to have a love for missions and camping. That is more important than how they camp. Still, they will also need camping equipment - anything from a backpack to an RV. No matter what "gear" they have, any camper can be an on mission camper.
Who can join Campers on Mission?
Any adult can be a Camper on Mission. Whether single, retired, with an active family, or newly married, camping makes people of all ages flexible, able, and mobile to meet mission needs.
COM is family friendly. Camping provides a great way for families to have the relaxation of a vacation and the satisfaction of a mission opportunity. COM creates a pathway for becoming an on mission family.
Are you ready to be a member of Campers on Mission?
There is no better time than now to be on mission. To request a Campers on Mission application, call 405-942-3000 ext 4336, email mstephens@bgco.org , or write to Partnership & Volunteer Missions, 3800 North May Avenue, Oklahoma City, OK 73112.