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Cross Roads Camp and Retreat CenterCross Roads Camp and Retreat Center
  • ABOUT
    • Who We Are
      • Year Round Staff
      • Employment
        • Job Descriptions
    • Join Our Mailing List
    • Online Camp Store
    • Facilities
      • Christ Center
      • Lodge
      • Beisler Center
      • Log Cabin
      • Oakwood
      • Evergreen
      • Chapels
      • Outdoor Facilities
    • Multimedia Resources
      • Newsletters
      • Forms
      • Camp Map
    • Contact Us
    • Directions
    • COVID-19 Statement
  • Year-Round Programs
    • Bold Transformational Faith
    • Cross Roads Camp Sunday
    • Gap Year Program
    • The SHAPE of Leadership
    • Wednesdays Away
    • Youth Retreats
  • Summer Camp
    • Summer Camp Programs
      • Leaders-In-Training
      • High School Week
      • Cross Roads Leadership Lab
      • SEEK
      • Family Camp
      • Summer Camp FAQs
      • Summer Forms
        • Camperships
    • Camp Registration System
    • Employment
    • Summer Camp Q&A Sessions and Open Houses
    • Camp at Home Resources
  • Retreats
    • Camp at Camp
    • Your Retreat at Cross Roads
  • Support
    • Giving / Donate
    • Online Donation
    • Adopt a Project
    • The Bishops Cup Golf Outing

Who We Are

Cross Roads is a welcoming, ecumenical retreat center and camp of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark and the New Jersey Synod of the ELCA. We are accredited by the American Camp Association.

 

Cross Roads Camp and Retreat Center is a welcoming and inclusive community providing life changing and sacred adventures for renewal, growth, and joy.

 

We strive to:

  • Facilitate renewal, healing, inspiration and transformation for the body, mind and spirit.
  • Help individuals deepen their connection to themselves, others, the world we live in and God.
  • Remind all who come of our beautiful and inextricable connection to the natural world.
  • Create an ecumenical community of mutual acceptance, open exchange of ideas, reflection and unconditional love.
  • Live an example of Heaven on Earth.

 


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The theme for Summer Camp 2021 is "Firm Foundation The theme for Summer Camp 2021 is "Firm Foundation." Through activities, Bible study, and worship, campers will be reminded that when we are rooted in our faith, God's love and faithfulness embolden us to have courage to share that love with others. Learn more about summer camp at Cross Roads and register your camper for their summer adventure at https://www.crossroadsretreat.com/summer-programs/.
Middle-schoolers (Grades 6-8) are invited to our V Middle-schoolers (Grades 6-8) are invited to our Virtual Youth Retreat on Saturday, March 13. From 10 am - 12 pm, we will gather on Zoom to EXPLORE the ways God is present in our world and in our lives. Register here: https://www.crossroadsretreat.com/youth-retreats/. We can't wait to see you then!
#WhyCampWednesday | "As parents, we like that our #WhyCampWednesday | "As parents, we like that our kids are at a camp where they are not only having summer fun and building relationships, but also learning the values we hold close as a family: love, kindness, humility (among others). We’re confident that they are learning skills they’ll remember for the rest of their lives while having the time of their lives, all thanks to Cross Roads." -- The Cannechia Family Register your child for a life-changing summer adventure at www.crossroadsretreat.com/summer-programs.
You’re invited to attend the next Wednesdays Awa You’re invited to attend the next Wednesdays Away gathering on March 3, led by Wendy Abrahamson. Register on the website by Tuesday, March 2 at noon to guarantee your registration. We hope to see you there for a time of renewal and fellowship.
Please SHARE with young adults in your life lookin Please SHARE with young adults in your life looking for a life-changing summer job. Cross Roads is hiring for all positions on our Summer Staff for 2021. For more information and to apply, visit www.crossroadsretreat.com/employment.
Apply to be a Leader-in-Training (LIT) at Cross Ro Apply to be a Leader-in-Training (LIT) at Cross Roads this summer! LITs must be at least 16 years old by July 1, 2021 and have finished 11th grade to participate in the LIT program. Applications are due by April 1, 2021. Spaces in this once-in-a-lifetime, faith-based leadership development experience are limited, so be sure to apply today and share with interested high schoolers! https://www.crossroadsretreat.com/leaders-in-training/
The theme of this week's episode of the BTF Podcas The theme of this week's episode of the BTF Podcast is "Still Waters." Tune in for a reflection on Psalm 23, as well as updates from our main characters Abbie J and Becca, a song, a prayer, and an outdoor challenge. The BTF Podcast is a great faith formation activity for families to do together. Brought to you by Cross Roads and our partners at @luthercrest. https://luthercrest.libsyn.com/-still-waters
"As a mental health professional who works in the "As a mental health professional who works in the camping industry, I am convinced that summer camp is no longer an optional add-on to enrich a child’s experience while they are out of school; it is a vital need for all children and adolescents in 2021 and beyond." Read this full post from our partners at the @acacamps here: https://www.acacamps.org/news-publications/blogs/camp-connection/summer-camp-even-more-vital-2021-beyond. And register your child for their week of camp at Cross Roads at https://www.crossroadsretreat.com/summer-programs/.
An #AshWednesday prayer: God of mercy, your Son Je An #AshWednesday prayer: God of mercy, your Son Jesus Christ died for the sins of the world. As we walk with Christ this Lenten season, may we learn to follow him and trust in your words of life. Give us courage and strength to share in his suffering, to serve others in love, and to honor you in word and deed. Amen. 🙏(Adapted from the LOM curriculum, “Living in God’s Time”)
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A ministry of the Episcopal Diocese of Newark
and the New Jersey Synod of the ELCA.
Accredited by the American Camp Association.