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Apportionments Camps and Conferences

OKUMC Camps and Conferences Web site

Maybe you had a special opportunity to experience God in a fresh, new way at one of our Oklahoma Conference camps. Or perhaps it was some of the children, youth or adults in your church family who were a part of the 40,000 "camper days." Frequently, we sense God's call on our lives, and we return with a renewed spirit and commitment. This apportionment provides approximately 12 percent of the total operating budget for our camps, with the remaining support coming from user fees.

We have three camp and retreat sites under the supervision of Rev. Randy McGuire. Camp Egan, located near Tahlequah, overlooks the Illinois River. Canyon Camp and Conference Center is nestled in the red sandstone canyons near Hinton. Cross Point Camp, near Kingston, is located on Lake Texoma. Each camp has its own unique features, but all three feature a cross that serves as a focal point. Many lives have been forever changed.

You are probably aware of the camps for children and youth that are held each summer. In addition, many churches and church groups conduct retreats at the camps. Emmaus groups and the Fellowship of Christian Athletes are regular users. Others who frequent the camps include the bishop and the Cabinet. The Bishop's Retreats have been hosted by the camps.

In addition there are "special needs" groups that find an extraordinary degree of caring at camp each summer. New Day Camp, sponsored by conference Criminal Justice and Mercy Ministries (CJAMM), offers love and hope to the children of incarcerated parents.

Another very special group includes the children, parents, and medical staff who attend Camp Cavett. It is a camp for children and youth who have debilitating diseases. Many are accompanied by their parents. This camp is strongly supported by medical personnel, especially from Children's Hos­pital. The opportunity to be in such a setting is treasured by these children and youth.