SAMBICA has been the grounds for God's Kingdom work since its founding in 1919. With summer camp as our primary ministry, we see the ways God's presence is at work through the lives of staff, campers, and other visitors. We are a people who long to notice where the Spirit is at work and to join in on the ministry he is already doing.
We are passionate about creating an environment where you encounter Jesus! Through investment in community, growing through service, and experiencing intimacy with God, we believe that you will be refreshed and filled. This leads to the overflow of the living water within you which then impacts the campers that come to SAMBICA!
In addition to the power of a summer consecrated to Christ, there are also countless opportunities for you to engage with God's heart on top of the work you will do at camp. You will experience the goodness of God as Creator through beautiful hikes and nature spots within 30 minutes of camp, learn the joy of the Lord through his love for play through adventures in nearby cities like Bellevue, Seattle, or even swimming in our own lakefront, and know God as Savior and Lord through witnessing his power at work in campers lives each week.
As you ask God, "Why SAMBICA?" consider his heart for you. How is he inviting you into greater freedom, confidence, and experience of his deep love for you? Where does he desire to expand your understanding of his character and his purposes for your life? If SAMBICA is the place he longs to do a work in your life, then you have your answer!
SAMBICA recognizes the value in intentional investment in relationship with God. Through team devotionals, being stretched through serving alongside other believers, and living in community with people ahead of you in their faith, you will experience discipleship in unique ways. Spiritual growth happens not only in the quiet place with Jesus, but also in the life on life moments with the body of Christ!
In the unique setting of one of the wealthiest zip codes in the world, we have campers attend camp with all types of backgrounds. Whether they were raised in the church or heard the Gospel for the first time at SAMBICA, campers encounter Jesus here every week. There are seeds planted, lives given to the Lord, and baptisms all throughout summer!
In addition to serving campers, we deeply care about investing in staff throughout the summer! The Full Time Team organizes experiences for staff that help foster community and depth through both play and spiritual investment. There will be spaces for you to recharge when needed and to have fun and get out of your comfort zone!
There is so much power in engaging in play! Through spending time around kids, there are doors of freedom and joy that open by experiencing child-like joy. Stepping out of your comfort zone to put on a costume, sing a chant, or compete on the water obstacle course is a powerful way to let God remind your heart of the child-like joy available!
SAMBICA recognizes the value in intentional investment in relationship with God. Through team devotionals, being stretched through serving alongside other believers, and living in community with people ahead of you in their faith, you will experience discipleship in unique ways. Spiritual growth happens not only in the quiet place with Jesus, but also in the life on life moments with the body of Christ!
In the unique setting of one of the wealthiest zip codes in the world, we have campers attend camp with all types of backgrounds. Whether they were raised in the church or heard the Gospel for the first time at SAMBICA, campers encounter Jesus here every week. There are seeds planted, lives given to the Lord, and baptisms all throughout summer!
In addition to serving campers, we deeply care about investing in staff throughout the summer! The Full Time Team organizes experiences for staff that help foster community and depth through both play and spiritual investment. There will be spaces for you to recharge when needed and to have fun and get out of your comfort zone!
There is so much power in engaging in play! Through spending time around kids, there are doors of freedom and joy that open by experiencing child-like joy. Stepping out of your comfort zone to put on a costume, sing a chant, or compete on the water obstacle course is a powerful way to let God remind your heart of the child-like joy available!
