The Joy of Family Camp: A Unique Opportunity to Connect and Recharge
Family Camp is an exciting new opportunity that BlueSky Kenya is offering, which is designed to bring families together for a weekend of fun, spiritual growth, and connection. It’s a chance for families to experience the joy and energy of a traditional camp setting but with an emphasis on strengthening family bonds. Packed into one weekend, BlueSky’s Family Camp will offer the fun of camp alongside meaningful spiritual sessions that help both parents and children grow closer to God and to one another.
Meeting the Challenges of Modern Family Life
The idea behind Family Camp stems from a common challenge faced by many families—the growing disconnect between busy school schedules and parents’ work commitments. With academics often taking center stage for students and work obligations pulling parents in different directions, it can be difficult for families to find quality time to be together. We are starting to host Family Camps in order to provide that intentional time for families to come together, to be poured into spiritually, and to foster stronger family relationships in a setting that feels both fun and restorative.
From D-Now to Today: The Evolution of Family Camp
While this is the first formal Family Camp hosted by the team at BlueSky, there have been earlier versions of the concept. During COVID-19, a smaller-scale camp modeled in a family style called "D-Now" was held, and a mini version of Family Camp took place as a tent-camping experience. However, this event at Brackenhurst marks the first large-scale, formal Family Camp, offering a more structured and immersive experience.
Fun for the Whole Family: Parents and Children Alike
One of the most exciting aspects of Family Camp is the opportunity it gives parents to experience the same level of fun and spiritual enrichment that their children enjoy at camp. Many times, parents have shared how they wish they could join in on the fun their kids get to have during events like worship nights. This camp provides parents the space to not only connect with God in a meaningful way but also to have a great time doing it. There is also excitement around the potential for families to share testimonies about how the weekend helped them grow closer, resolve conflicts, and deepen their bonds through the counseling sessions and group activities planned.
A Transformative Weekend Experience
Families attending the camp will get as much out of it as they put into it. There are optional family counseling sessions, devotional times, and other activities that offer a variety of ways for families to engage deeply. By approaching the weekend with intention, families can expect to come away with a stronger connection to God and each other. Parents may even find that this time allows them to better understand their children's needs, opening up important conversations that might not have taken place in the rush of everyday life. The weekend also emphasizes the value of fun in breaking down barriers and creating a space where families feel comfortable discussing deeper issues.
Unplug, Reconnect, and Recharge
Family Camp is the perfect opportunity for families to disconnect from the usual distractions of life and spend time together in a new environment. Changing the pace and setting can help change perspectives, making it easier for families to engage in meaningful conversations and try new things. This weekend is all about pouring into each other’s hearts, sharing openly, and reconnecting in a way that everyday life doesn’t always allow.
Don’t Miss Out: Register for Family Camp Today!
Given that this is the first formal Family Camp, it’s important for families to register now and not miss out on this special opportunity! It’s only offered once a year, and while we hope to make it a regular part of our offerings, it’s still a new initiative. Families should take advantage of this unique weekend where everything is done for them—worship, devotionals, activities, and even childcare. The cost covers only accommodation and meals, making it an affordable and valuable experience for all families who want to grow closer to each other and to God. You can register today using this link.
Family Camp is truly a time to unplug, ask important questions, have fun, and connect as a family unit, all while being spiritually nurtured. It’s a weekend not to be missed, and families who attend are sure to come away refreshed, recharged, and ready to continue building the strong, God-centered bonds that will carry them forward in life.