Who are we?
History
Camp Columba was established in 1957 by the Mataura District Bible Class Committee to hold Easter and Labour Weekend Camps for young people from around Southland. These camps still run and are a special part of the Christian heritage of Southland; many of the parents and grandparents of the young people that come today testify to the amazing experiences they had at Camp Columba. We hear many stories of people who met their future husband or wife at Camp Columba, also of people who came to know God in a special way through Camp Columba. It is with this unique heritage in mind that we look to the future and plan to continue excellent camps for children, young people and adults that they may know the love of God in a fresh, new way.
The Camp is owned by the Otago Foundation Trust Board (part of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand) and is governed by a Board. There is a healthy working relationship between management, staff and the Board creating a dynamic environment and exciting possibilities.
Click here for a look at (or to download) our site map!
Mission Statement
“The aim of Camp Columba is to provide a high standard of accommodation and adventure programs to promote physical, emotional and spiritual development. In doing so to demonstrate God’s love to all who come into the Camp so that Christ might be revealed to them.”
Values
As a Christian camp, Camp Columba seeks to uphold the traditional values of family and places value upon individuals. Camp Columba always seeks to operate to the highest standards of integrity and honesty. Camp Columba believes in the value of mercy, justice and grace as these are defining characteristics of God and were principals that Jesus lived and ministered by.
Camp Columba was established in 1957 by the Mataura District Bible Class Committee to hold Easter and Labour Weekend Camps for young people from around Southland. These camps still run and are a special part of the Christian heritage of Southland; many of the parents and grandparents of the young people that come today testify to the amazing experiences they had at Camp Columba. We hear many stories of people who met their future husband or wife at Camp Columba, also of people who came to know God in a special way through Camp Columba. It is with this unique heritage in mind that we look to the future and plan to continue excellent camps for children, young people and adults that they may know the love of God in a fresh, new way.
The Camp is owned by the Otago Foundation Trust Board (part of the Presbyterian Church of Aotearoa New Zealand) and is governed by a Board. There is a healthy working relationship between management, staff and the Board creating a dynamic environment and exciting possibilities.
Click here for a look at (or to download) our site map!
Mission Statement
“The aim of Camp Columba is to provide a high standard of accommodation and adventure programs to promote physical, emotional and spiritual development. In doing so to demonstrate God’s love to all who come into the Camp so that Christ might be revealed to them.”
Values
As a Christian camp, Camp Columba seeks to uphold the traditional values of family and places value upon individuals. Camp Columba always seeks to operate to the highest standards of integrity and honesty. Camp Columba believes in the value of mercy, justice and grace as these are defining characteristics of God and were principals that Jesus lived and ministered by.
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Our Team at Camp Columba
Our team is here to help you, please don't hesitate to contact us with any comments, queries, or concerns! Phone: 03 205 3702 or write to us through our contacts page! |
