April 2025 Meeting

A board meeting was held on Saturday, April 6 2025. Meetings are held in the Dining Hall at the Camp. Our next meeting is scheduled for Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 10 a.m. All are welcome to attend. 

Upcoming Events 

April 15 - Work Day - grounds clean up 

May 3 - Camp Board meeting 

May 16-18 - Calvary Baptist Young Adult work crew 

June 7 - Camp Board meeting 

June 13-14 or June 27-28 - Football Camp 

July 5 - Camp Board meeting 

July 13-19, 2025 - Camp Fusion 

July 13, 2025 - Lester’s concert and cook out 

July 30-August 2 - Group planning meeting 

Camp News 

The renovation of Cabin 11 is almost completed. We still need mattresses and seating in the living area. There are some finishing touches like paint and trim needed as well. 

The first 9 baskets for the disc golf course have been installed. There have been groups out using the course, and the comments so far have all been positive. Thank you to Schuyler County Disc Golf for seeing the potential in our course and taking on the task of improving it! 

We have started on the necessary tree trimming around the grounds. Between wind and those needing to be removed, we have lost quite a few of our trees the last few years. We are still working on a plan to get them replaced. 

Due to the increase in long term rentals in the apartments, we really need to get them connected to the sewer, rather than a holding tank. As the tank has to be pumped out more frequently, the expense to do so adds up fairly quickly. 

We are looking at purchasing an inflatable or two for the younger kids to enjoy during Camp. 

Giving 

We rely heavily on our Camp Family for support, as the rentals are a blessing, and not a given. The projects we would like to take on are, at best, nearly impossible, on our current income. If you do not currently support the Camp financially, we ask that you please consider doing so. 

We have 2 options for online giving. We use tithe.ly, which is an app available for both Android and iOS users, and PayPal. You can find us on tithe.ly as New Life Christian Camp and on PayPal by using the email address newlifechristiancamp@outlook.com.

If you prefer to mail a check, they can be made out to NLCCA, and sent to 11257 Old Macomb Road, Rushville, IL 62681. 

Camp Fusion 

Camp Fusion is coming up! Most, if not all, of our key positions have been accepted by those that were asked to fill them. We can always use volunteers in VBS, the Sideboard, and nursery. Please keep this in mind if you would like to serve during Camp. 

Camp rates have been set for the week. Please do not let the cost be a deterrent as we are able to work with you. If the cost presents a challenge, please reach out to a Board Member (contact info at the end). The weekly rate below includes your room and all meals. 

Adults 20+ = $200 

Teens 12-19 = $175 

Children 3-11 = $125 

Children 3-11 = $85 (2nd) 

Children 3-11 = $75 (3rd) 

Children 3-11 = $60 (4th+) 

Children under 3 are free 

Daily rates that include room and meals: 

Adults 12+ = $30 

Children 3-11 = $25 

Individual meals are $6 each, or a daily pass (covers all 3) is $15 

We need a Dining Hall Assistant! This is a volunteer position (can be included with the Crew for tip sharing) and is for the full run of Camp. This position does require a time commitment, but there can be some flexibility when/if needed. Responsibilities include helping set up and clean up for all meals, making sure paper products are stocked for the salad bar and serving line, and assisting with the Dining Hall crew. No special certifications are needed and there is not an age requirement. Over 18 is preferred simply due the general age of the crew. 

If you’re interested in knowing more, please reach out to Holly Chapman at 309-530-5361 (text is best) or hollyc81@gmail.com. 

Birthday Challenge 

The Board is issuing a new challenge this year; the Birthday Challenge. On your birthday, give $1 for each year old you are! You don’t have to wait for your birthday to give. As of our April 6th meeting, we’ve had $994 in challenges paid. 

Please text Holly Chapman at 309-530-5361 or email hollyc81@gmail.com when you donate. You may also designate your online gift or check as a birthday challenge.

Camp Projects - in progress 

Cabin 11 renovation (almost done) 

Sideboard siding 

Camp Projects - to be done 

Second coat of paint on the Tabernacle door trim. 

New windows and doors need to be installed in the Caretaker’s house. 

Threshold installed on Youth Chapel side door. 

Interior renovation of Sideboard. 

Paint exterior trim on Sideboard. 

Insulation and drywall installation in Girls’ Dorm. 

General clean out of cabins currently being used for storage. 

Painting trim around new doors installed on Cabins 12, 20, and 22. 

Occupancy 

We currently have 3 RV spaces and 5 motel rooms rented. Both apartments are rented on a long term basis by work crews. The apartment occupants will be moving out the week before Camp Fusion, then coming back in as soon as they are ready after Camp. They are currently slated to stay until hunting season begins in October.