Rethinking Vacation Bible School: Faith Formation Beyond the Traditional Model
Vacation Bible school has long been a summer tradition in United Methodist churches, bringing children together for Bible stories, music, crafts, g…
Our Camps and Retreat Ministries are currently in a time of discernment as we prayerfully consider the future of this ministry. At this time, reservations are not being accepted for our camp and retreat facilities.
If you would like more information or updates about the discernment process, please visit the Camp Ministry Task Force page, where you will find information about the Task Force’s work, decisions made by Annual Conference, ongoing efforts, and opportunities to participate. We will share additional information as it becomes available.
 Both NIC Outdoor and Retreat Ministries' facilities are open year-round to host and/or program retreats for your church and other groups that fit within our Mission Statement. Jeff Casey, Director exec@niccamp.org |
 Reynoldswood Christian Camp and Retreat CenterReynoldswood provides a retreat opportunity for groups of all sizes. The 170 acres of woods and meadows give plenty of space for serenity and relaxation. The site is located at the west edge of Dixon, IL, ten minutes from I-88.
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 Wesley Woods Conference CenterWesley Woods Retreat Center is owned and operated by the Outdoor & Retreat Ministries Division of the Northern Illinois Conference of the UMC (i.e. the "Regional association of United Methodist Churches in a Northern Illinois geographic area). The Methodist Church began operating the site in 1955. |