Curriculum and Training

Compass Points

Compass Points is a cooperative program of the Presbyterian Church Camp and Conference Association, United Methodist Camp and Retreat MinistriesOutdoor Ministries Association of the United Church of Christ, Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, and Episcopal Camp and Conference Centers Inc. in partnership with Columbia Theological Seminary in Decatur, Georgia.

The courses are designed for camp and retreat professionals seeking to widen their base of knowledge in this vital specialized ministry. Directors, program directors, and seminary students have found this training invaluable as they advance in their career.

Follow the link below to find out more about upcoming courses.

OMA-UCC offers scholarships for Compass Points Courses. Contact us for more info.

Summer Curriculum

Linked by Love

We see God’s love in close friends and family. We know that such love links our lives, teaching us about commitment, intimacy, grace, and faith. As we seek to create and strengthen life giving relationships, we remember that such love flows from God, links us all together, and we give thanks.

What you’ll find in Linked by Love:

Linked by Love all-inclusive summer camp curriculum includes materials for a full week's worth of activities for different age levels. You'll find:

  • Bible study and community building activities for five age groups

  • Separate worship resources designed specifically for children and youth

  • Activity sheets to send home with campers for engaging families

  • “Letters from Camp” – templates you can adapt and send out to campers and families all year long

  • Crafts, games, science and nature, multi-day projects, challenges and group building, and much more!

Planning camp, training staff, and creating life-long memories has never been easier!

You can learn more about Linked by Love by going to theInsideOut website..