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Little Pine Island Camp is a camp and retreat ministry owned and operated by
The Salvation Army since 1926.
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Organizational Mission
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The Salvation Army, founded in 1865, is an international religious and
charitable movement organized and operated on a quasi-military pattern and is
a branch of the Christian church. Its membership includes officers (clergy),
soldiers/adherents (laity), members of activity groups and volunteers who
serve as advisors, associates, and committed participants in its service
function.
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The motivation of the organization is love of God and a practical concern for
the needs of humanity. This is expressed by a spiritual ministry, the purposes
of which are to preach the Gospel, disseminate Christian truths, supply basic human
necessities, provide personal counseling and undertake the spiritual and
moral regeneration and physical rehabilitation of all persons in need who
come within its sphere of influence regardless of race, color, creed, sex,
or age.
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Purpose of Little Pine Island Camping
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The purpose of Salvation Army Camping is to serve the needs of campers:
physical, social, and spiritual. For physical needs, our aim is to help
campers develop good health habits in cleanliness, proper rest, balanced diet,
exercise, and care of the body. To meet social needs the camp provides an
opportunity for each camper to contribute to and receive from a group living
experience. The aim is to help campers make their own right decisions, stimulate
creativity and foster independence.
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The fact that The Salvation Army is a religious organization makes it possible
for its camping program to integrate concern for the spiritual dimension of life.
We believe in God, His Word, and what it teaches, and a pattern of living
exemplified by Jesus Christ.
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These purposes are achieved through carefully selected staff, well planned
program, and the highest standards of health and safety.
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Goals of Salvation Army Camping
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To promote an awareness of God, His love and, through the love of Jesus Christ,
to aid toward spiritual growth and knowledge of basic human values.
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To give children, youth, and adults a fun-filled, healthful, safe, educational,
and inspirational experience in the out-of-doors.
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To help develop an understanding, appreciation, and sense of stewardship for
the out-of-doors, for the natural environment, and for all living creatures.
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To help individuals grow in understanding themselves and each other, and
especially for children to experience relationships with staff as caring
adults and to offer opportunity for people of varied cultures to develop
compassion and love for each other.
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To provide a loving and supportive environment where families can learn to
cope with and solve their problems.
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To facilitate creative self-expression through worship, song, work, play,
physical activity, and the development of new skills.
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To allow each person to participate in planning programs and in establishing
limits and responsibility for the safety and welfare of all.
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To assist in developing an appreciation of the wonder and joy of the miracles
of everyday living.
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For problems or assistance email the
Web Master
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Site maintained by Little Pine Island Staff
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