Executive Director’s Report
 During the past two weeks at our weekly Staff chapel gatherings, we have focused on "remembering". That began by focusing first on the prophets of old and what our Lord Jesus asks us to remember.
I will remember my covenant between me and you and all living creatures of every kind. Never again will the waters become a flood to destroy all life. Genesis 9:15
God heard their groaning and he remembered his covenant with Abraham, with Isaac and with Jacob. Exodus 2:24
Remember the Sabbath day by keeping it holy. Exodus 20:8
But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your ancestors, as it is today. Deuteronomy 8:18
And he took bread, gave thanks and broke it, and gave it to them saying, "This is my body given for you; do this in remembrance of me." Luke 22:19
In this review, it was easily recognized that throughout scripture we find over 230 instances of our Lord's admonition to remember his covenants, his actions, his faithfulness, his promises, his love and so much more.
In the middle of March, we also focused on remembering the unfolding events of the past twelve months with the onset of the closures and restrictions wrought by the coronavirus pandemic. With an avalanche of cancellations and closures that began in earnest following the March 11, 2020 declaration of a worldwide pandemic, by March 16th, the full staff had been reduced to hourly wages at 30 hours maximum pay. Gratefully, that was rescinded with the provisions of a PPP loan, but by early June, the remaining staff had dwindled to only 20, with it falling further to only 18 before the end of the year. Throughout the challenges of the past year, we have resolved to trust God all the more and to recognize that he is faithful and just.
Through the extraordinary generosity of so many, God met our needs. We are now poised to face the future all the more with renewed hope and trust in our Lord's goodness, care and provision. While safeguards and density restrictions remain firmly in place, we are encouraged by welcoming returning groups and the resumption of our Summer Camp ministry. We too welcome your return to participate in all that we offer. Come see us, and do so soon!
Blessings,
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Donate by Venmo: @StChristopher
Donate by mail:
St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center
Attn: COVID-19 Relief
2810 Seabrook Island Road
Seabrook Island, SC 29455-6219
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Summer Camp
We're Still Looking for More Counselors
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Executive Chef Celebrates 20 Years of Service
John Reinauer was recognized for 20 years of ministry at St. Christopher. He reached this milestone on February 19th. John serves as the Executive Chef and he continues to provide the incredible meals for which St. Christopher is known.
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Join Us For Our Intercessory Day of Prayer, May 22
We invite you to join us for our Intercessory Day of Prayer from 9 a.m. to noon Saturday,
May 22, at The Prayer Center. We continue to be diligent in maintaining proper social distancing procedures during this event. Please note that we will not serve lunch afterward. If you plan to attend, please bring a mask. Email The Rev. Dr. Sandi Kerner, Chaplain, to register.
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St. Christopher was featured in Charleston Magazine's March issue as one of ten most amazing places in the Lowcountry.
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Current and former summer camp staff members will gather on July 24th for our 15th annual summer camp staff regatta and reunion. All former summer camp staff and their families are welcome to join in this day of fun. Former summer camp staff who were signed off to sail are invited to take part in sailing in the regatta. Please contact Justin Johnson (jjohnson@stchristopher.org) for further information.
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Wellspring of Life Healing Retreat Rescheduled
This retreat has been rescheduled for October. Visit our website for more information and to register-www.stchristopher.org. Register early, space is limited to 80 guests.
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Time for an Upgrade
Help us replace our tired homemade wooden bunks and World War II-era surplus metal frames. We have changed out 30 so far and have 55 to go. Thank you for upgrading the camp experience!
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Support levels
- $895 = Bunk frame and two mattresses (the complete set)
- $495 = One bunk frame
- $195 = One mattress
- $100, $50, or other = We are thankful for gifts of any amount
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Other Ways to Donate
- Use the form that accompanies a camper’s online registration this year.
- Send a check, payable to the Anglican Diocese of South Carolina (memo line: Buy a Bunk), and addressed to Teri Hiers, St. Christopher Camp and Conference Center, 2810 Seabrook Island Road, Seabrook Island, SC 29455
- Call our Student Ministries department at 843.768.1337 and pay with your credit card.
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Mary Whyte Prints
Only Seven Signed Prints of Veil Remaining
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Internationally acclaimed figurative artist Mary Whyte loves St. Christopher and she's expressed that love by offering her work to benefit this ministry. She specifically offered a limited edition of only 25 giclee prints of Veil as a thank you to supporters of gifts of $5000 or more. Only seven of these signed, framed 30x24, limited edition prints remain. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to acquire a valuable and appreciable piece of art and to bless St. Christopher.
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St. Christopher continues to be blessed by the volunteer assistance of others. The areas in which volunteers are most helpful include grounds maintenance with the Facility Staff, and food service assistance. We welcome individuals and groups to share in these needs. Facility needs are constant with volunteers welcomed at any time convenient for them. Food Service needs are specific, and include assisting in the serving of meals to guest groups. All volunteers are best scheduled in advance for our own planning.
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Director of Food Services
St. Christopher is hiring for Director of Food Services. This position includes primary responsibilities for menu planning, ordering, maintaining all kitchen and dining room facilities, food storage, food preparation, food delivery to all guests and staff, quality assurance, adherence to established federal and state food safety procedures, hiring and training of qualified food service personnel, budgeting, and process improvement.
Prior institutional food service experience, proven teamwork and a heart for ministry essential. This salaried position will work with a team that includes a veteran Executive Chef and an Assistant to the Director of Food Service.
Kitchen and Dining Room hours of operation extend from 6 a.m. to around 8 p.m. on many days. The morning team typically works from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., and the evening team noon to 8 p.m. The Director’s hours and days must be flexible to meet the overall needs of providing food service to guests needs, but with no expectation of exceeding the hours of a normal work week of 40 hours.
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A Prayer for St. Christopher
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