Camping and outdoor ministry provides a way to use God’s creation as a tool for spiritual growth, community building, and evangelism. With activities like hiking, camping, rock climbing, and biking, this ministry combines the great outdoors with faith formation and discipleship. Outdoor missionaries provide transformative, nature-focused experiences you won’t find indoors, all while building a lasting relationship with God.
What if we told you that the average American spends over 7 hours every day looking at a screen? And even further, almost half of American teenagers have a screen time of over 8 hours per day. As we advance in technology, digital screens become more and more accessible, giving us a “break” from the world in front of us. Ministries involved in camping and the outdoors addresses this growing issue by providing opportunities for digital detox, authentic community, and a chance to indulge in God’s creation.
With programs like summer camp being an accessible way to reach our younger generations spiritually, outdoor ministry provides a great opportunity for those who may feel uncomfortable in traditional church settings. Through outdoor challenges and experiences, kids and teenagers are able to look away from their screens and instead, up and around at God’s creation.
Shawn and Cheryl Ammons serve in America's Heartland as Wilderness Shepherds and NextGen Mobilizers. They minister through environments of education, sports, and the outdoors. Shawn and Cheryl are gifted teachers...
Emily serves as a director of Camp WeWoSeJe (short for We Would See Jesus from John 12:21) in Mt. Vernon, IL, during the summer months. Her ministry primarily reaches children...
Louis and Carrie serve the children and families in the Grand Junction, CO area. They help kids realize that they are loved, valued, and created for purpose at Camp Hope...
Are you passionate about using God's creation to transform lives? Do you love the outdoors and see how adventure can build faith and community? InFaith provides the resources, training, and support network you need to develop an impactful outdoor adventure ministry that connects people with God through creation.
Whether you're an experienced outdoor enthusiast or someone feeling called to combine faith with adventure, we invite you to apply today to start or grow your ministry with InFaith.