Play! Learn! create!
Temple, Church, Mosque
Visit communities other than your own!
June 22 – 26, 8:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
About the Interfaith Peace Camp
Interfaith Peace Camp, rooted in Abrahamic faith traditions, is a weeklong day camp offered for rising 1st through 6th graders who are interested in building friendships and understanding between children from other Abrahamic faith traditions in the Harrisonburg/Rockingham community.
The Camp has been planned and staffed by an interfaith team of community members. We do our best to provide low-cost, high-quality learning experiences for the campers. The 2009 Camp will take place at Eastern
Mennonite University, Beth El Congregation, Islamic Association of Shenandoah Valley and Park View Mennonite Church. Every morning campers will gather at Eastern Mennonite University (EMU) and on three days will be transported by bus to other locations.
Activities will include:
- The 2009 theme to be carried out each day will be the Tree as a symbol of Peace.
- Large and small group work
- Visits to the local synagogue, mosque, and a church will enhance learning while in the authentic setting
- Cultural sharing of art, crafts & music
- Time for exploration and questions
- Theater and music activities
- Healthy foods and recreational activities
- Potluck celebration
We accept campers at a first-come, first-serve basis. Camp fee is $40. Scholarships are available upon request.
Interfaith Peace Camp 2009 registration flyer (in pdf format)