First Christian Church

1101- 15th Street

Bedford, IN 47421

812-275-4497

firstccbedford@gmail.com

 

 

                                     Open Year Round!

Bedford Christian Camp is owned and operated by First Christian Church.

Mailing Address

Bedford Christian Camp

33 Church Camp Road

Bedford, IN 47421

(812) 279-4212

SUNDAY MORNING

Sunday School 9:30AM

Worship 10:30AM

Scripture Reading

 

 

 

Matthew 14:22-33

         Then he made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, but the boat by this time was many furlongs distant from the land, beaten by the waves; for the wind was against them. And in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, saying, "It is a ghost!" And they cried out for fear. But immediately he spoke to them, saying, "Take heart, it is I; have no fear."

         And Peter answered him, "Lord, if it is you, bid me come to you on the water." He said, "Come." So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus; but when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, "Lord, save me." Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him, saying to him, "O man of little faith, why did you doubt?" And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, "Truly you are the Son of God."

 

 

The mission of Bedford Christian Camp is to provide the setting for outdoor ministry to people of faith. The camp's ministry of hospitality enables participants of all generations to foster a deeper faith, develop self-understanding and build relationships with others.

Lodge

A lodge completed at Camp Bedford in 2002 has increased the opportunities for ministry through the camp. The old dining hall/lodge was only productive in fair weather since it is only heated from a stone fireplace. The 10,735 square feet retreat center at Camp Bedford was built on a bluff overlooking White River Valley. It is a two level building consisting of a lower level partially built into the side of a bluff, and an upper level with a 700 square foot deck attached.

 

 

Description of Facilities

The grounds of Bedford Christian Camp are covered with a canopy of mature hardwood trees and are located on a high area that overlooks the East Fork of White River. On the grounds you will find:

 

10, 735 sq. ft. lodge with fully equipped kitchen and restrooms

Old lodge with commercial kitchen and walk-in cooler, restrooms and three sleeping rooms

Quonset style recreation building

Campfire pit area

Ten cabins - 5 each in separate areas

Bath House with showers

Two new handicapped accessible restrooms each with a shower

Swimming pool

Tennis/basketball court

Volleyball court

Softball field

Secluded vesper area

Five small group shelters

Playground equipment

 

 

Groups That Often Use the Camp

Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Indiana

The Mankind Project

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (Indianapolis area) camp for girls

Iliana Moravian Junior Camp

Bedford First Christian Church

Other churches of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)

Boy Scouts

Family gatherings/reunions

Weddings and receptions

 

 

 

 

History

What is presently called Bedford Christian Camp was built as a community county club overlooking White River in 1914. It later became a YMCA camp called Camp Gunaquot until 1951, when the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in Indiana purchased the site. First Christian Church, Bedford, Indiana acquired the camp in 1972.

Reservations are handled through the office of First Christian Church

                     (812) 275-4497                        FAX:(812) 275-4498

                           Email:  m.joyce.douglas@gmail.com

Rental Rates (effective January 1, 2012)

                                                                      General Rate          Disciples               Bedford FCC Members

 

Overnight Use

Entire Camp                                             $462                        $418                                    $325

           (per 24-hour period)

 

Cabins only       $10 per person per night (electric space heaters available)

 

Day Use

Lodge only                                                $265                        $230                                   $185

Lodge with kitchen use                            $315                        $280                                   $235

 

Kitchen (only for Bedford FCC members & if lodge is not in use)                                  $  50

 

Pool only                                                   $100                        $100                                     $75

                (Pool is open Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day weekend)

 

Craft Building only                                    $100                        $100                                     $75

 

Catered meals can possibly be arranged.

 

A deposit is required to make a reservation.  A rental agreement will need to be signed.  If the rental is for the entire camp, the deposit amount is $200.  If only the Lodge is rented, the deposit amount is $100.  The deposit may be applied to the final bill if cleaning is complete and there are no damages.  If the reservation is cancelled less than 30 days before the event, the deposit will not be returned.

 

Each group is expected to leave facilities clean and in good condition.  The group should remove all personal items and return the facilities to their original setup.  Groups are expected to pay for damages.  Unclaimed lost and found items will be disposed of after 30 days.

 

There is a fee of $10 per hour during the time of the event, which is to be paid to a designated Camp representative for wedding receptions, large parties, etc. using the Lodge.