Pinecrest LutheranLeadership School

August 10 to 17, 2014

Wild Wild West

Peter Andrus, Registrar2 Turnpike Blvd.

Middle Island, NY 11953

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Mail Registrations to: Peter Andrus, Registrar

2 Turnpike Blvd.Middle Island, NY 11953

The mission of Pinecrest Lutheran Leadership Ministries is to develop leaders in the Evangelical Lutheran Church inAmerica and the one holy, catholic and apostolic church; to train young women and men to serve Christ's church

more ably by personal spiritual growth and increase of knowledge; develop in them a deeper loyalty to their Savior

Jesus Christ; and ins!ll in them a true sense of their responsibili!es as Chris!ans.Pinecrest - one of the oldest camping programs in the Lutheran Church - holdsits annual session the third week in August as part of the camping program ofthe Metropolitan New York Synod.

Pinecrest’s week-long program is conducted at Camp Louemma in Sussex,New Jersey, approximately 2 hours from New York City. Cabin villages withample indoor/outdoor meeting and recreation areas, swimming pool, lake andathletic fields make up the setting for this unique leadership/camping experi-ence.

The Pinecrest Program has remained relevant for more then half a centurythrough active involvement of campers who serve on the board of the directorsand participate in the planning of each annual session. The Pinecrest programis led by a volunteer staff of adult leaders, many who developed their own skillsas Pinecrest campers.

The ProgramThe program includes morning classes, afternoon activities followed by freetime, evening programs, and a variety of worship experiences. The canteen,available during free time and evening breaks, offers refreshments andPinecrest clothing items (t-shirts, etc) Each year the activities revolve around acentral theme and include individual and cabin competition; athletic contests,game nights and entertainment. Individual talent opportunities as well as chal-lenging group activities help Pinecresters develop and demonstrate leader-ship skills. Detailed information on “what to bring to camp” is mailed to eachregistrant prior to the session.

The Pinecrest CommunityThe Pinecrest Community resides in cabin villages. Each cabin is under theguidance of a cabin leader; a veteran camper chosen for his/her leadershipskills demonstrated in previous sessions. The cabin leaders elect a StudentCouncil to serve as camper representatives for the following year.

Pinecresters respect the rights and needs of others, as well as themselves.They subscribe to a specific set of rules and a basic “conduct code” basedupon common courtesy and respect for others in the Pinecrest community. Ex-pressing concern for society’s growing dependence on alcohol and otherdrugs, Pinecrest does not permit these substances at camp.

Worship and ClassesWorship and Classes are an integral part of the Pinecrest experience. MorningWorship, Vespers after dinner, “Spiritual Horizons” at the close of evening pro-grams, plus nightly devotions by cabin groups form the daily worship experi-ences. A candlelight service is conducted on the final evening of the sessionand Pinecresters join in a Communion Service on the closing day.

Classes are held each morning. As a camper, you will select one general andone Bible course, or if eligible, may choose to enroll in the Seminar program,which meets daily for both class periods. The faculty is composed of Lutheranpastors and other leaders who volunteer their time and talents to this importanttraining program by instructing all classes, leading Vesper services and partici-pating in informal discussions throughout the week.

RegistrationAttendance for the full session is required. Cost for the seven-day session is$350 for all first-year campers and for veterans who send in their registrationbefore July 12. Registration will cost $400 after July 12 for veteran campers.Send completed registration form to the registrar to reserve your place atPinecrest. A $50 deposit is due by July 1 with the remaining balance to be paidby August 10.

Balance and Waiting ListAll balances are due by August 10. Early registration and timely payment of tu-ition is recommended. All registration received after July 12 will be placed on awaiting list for acceptance, based on available space.

ScholarshipsAssistance is available to assure that no young people are denied this opportu-nity due to financial need. Many congregations offer assistance. Consult yourpastor regarding local programs. Partial, and in some cases full, scholarshipsare also available from Pinecrest through the support of alumni and others. Torequest a scholarship send a detailed letter to Reverend Paul Egensteiner, 197Manville Road, Pleasantville, NY 10570 or email pastorpaul@unidial.com.

Contact InformationAll registration questions can be directed to Peter Andrus at (631) 258-3873 orthe Pinecrest Publicity team at pinecrestbuzz@gmail.com

Bible Classes:A) All In the Family: Being part of a family is hard. This class will takea look at different biblical families and discuss how they compare to mod-ern families. We will be examining familial relationships, communication,dynamics, and how our own family situations may relate to them.

B) For God So Loved the World: This class will explore the simi-larities and differences between the great religions of the world. Whatare our common values? Perhaps we’re not that different after all…takethis class and find out!

C) How to Be a Modern-Day Christian: Do you ever feel judgedon your level of faith? Have you ever felt that your faith is too little, oreven too much? In this class we will look at those in the bible whopreached the good news and learn how to be a powerful witness for themodern world in your own way!

D) One Nation Under God?: In this class we will address current po-litical topics and discuss how Christianity may or may not play into them.Is a nation that was partially founded with roots in Christianity reflectingit’s ideals today? See what the bible says about today’s topics and de-cide for yourself!

Life ClassesE) Spiritual Movement: Do you have a tough time with prayer? Youare not alone, in this unique class we will find different ways to get intouch with our faith. We will be exploring worship through dance, yoga,meditation, and other methods of movement.

F) Prayer and Mental Health: In this class we will learn about dif-ferent methods of prayer that can help in times of need. For the timeswhen you feel like “God loves me, but now what?” we will explore reas-suring psalms, learn about those who struggled in the bible and howYOU can handle hard times

G) Musical and Artistic Expression: When words aren’t enough,sometimes a drumstick or a paintbrush can do a better job of expressinghow you feel. This class will introduce new ways for you to get in touchwith yourself and your spirituality through music and the arts!

H) Being a Cabin Leader at Pinecrest: *PLEASE NOTE THIS IS ACLASS FOR CABIN LEADERS ONLY* This class will take the place ofour daily cabin leader meetings as well as look to enhance the leadershipskills of our Pinecrest cabin leaders. Cabin leaders will use this time togrow as leaders and to best serve the Pinecrest community.

Course Descriptions

Seminar (18+) - Sexuality and Ethics In ChristianityThis class will take a look at how the bible views sex and gender roles, and how that translates to the modern day. We will also discuss how we can becomestrong women and men of faith.

2014 Student Council PresidentMr. Sean Allan

Grace Lutheran ChurchYorktown Heights, NY

2014 Student Council Vice PresidentMs. Allie Weissleder

Grace Lutheran ChurchYorktown Heights, NY