The best summer of your life!
June 9th-13th, 2025
All current middle and high school students are invited to join us for Breakaway Camp at Crowders Ridge in Gastonia, NC!
We call this week Breakaway Camp because it’s our hope that our students will break away from the things in their lives holding them captive and step into new life and freedom in Christ. Camp is one of the most important times in the life of a student in our ministry. It is a strategic time for them to grow in relationships with God and others, and their shared experiences will be moments they will remember for a lifetime. Our goal at Bethlehem Students is to use this week to give them landmark moments in their faith–moments they can look back on in good and bad times and be pointed back to Jesus.
We’re already looking forward to this experience because we know that so many of our students will be taking steps in their faith, and we can’t wait to watch them learn and grow!
130 Camp Rotary Rd
Gastonia, NC 28052
Registration: $515
(Final payment due May 30th)
Why are we going to Breakaway Camp this summer?
Summer camp is a pivotal experience for many students in their faith journey. Many middle and high schoolers have given their lives to Jesus on a trip like this, changing their forward trajectory forever. We at Bethlehem Church understand the role an opportunity like summer camp plays in their lives, and know it could be the very thing that tips the scales in trusting God. The investment in those that will participate has the potential to make a big difference in their walk with Jesus.
What is a day like at Breakaway Camp?
Breakaway will feature morning and night worship sessions, devotional times, team competitions packaged in creative ways, and free time during the afternoons. There will also be Church Group time with our students. Food will of course be provided throughout the day during the regular time frames (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Does my student need extra spending money?
Yes. Like any camp experience, there are always opportunities to buy merch, extra food, knick-knacks, etc. This is not a requirement, but it is strongly suggested. Your student may want to pack lunch for the bus ride down to North Carolina. We will have options for them to pack one at the church, but it will be basic sandwich options.
What are the sleeping arrangements for middle school and high school?
Depending on what cabin a student is in, they will be placed with groups of students their own age in a cabin with two to three leaders. We have access to most of the cabins at the camp. WE WILL TRY OUR BEST TO MAKE SURE YOUR STUDENT IS PLACED WITH PEOPLE THEY KNOW. We understand the stress of rooming situations, but flexibility is needed with limited space in each room.
What if parents need to pick up their kid(s) early?
We completely understand that this may be the case. If you will need to pick up your student from camp early, please communicate that before attending Breakaway Camp and we can make a note of it. However, there will be no refunds given for any situations involving early pick-ups.
Where can I find a packing list for Breakaway Camp?
Packing lists will be attached to our parent guide. We will also email these out a few times before we leave.
Who do I call in case of an emergency?
This will be discussed further during the parent meeting before going to Breakaway Camp.
What time is drop-off/pickup?
This will be discussed further during the parent meeting before going to Breakaway Camp.
As a parent, how do I find out more information about the place where Breakaway Camp is being held?
Check out https://www.crowderscamps.com/explore-ridge for more information about the Crowders Ridge experience!
I have another question that’s not answered above.
For further questions, please email spencer@bethlehemchurch.us.