United Church Camp Meeting Association
The United Church Camp Meeting Association is a Canadian nonprofit organization operating the Berwick United Church Camp in Nova Scotia. Its primary mission centers around fostering community, spiritual growth, and communal worship within the framework of the United Church of Canada. The association organizes annual camp meetings and hosts programs emphasizing faith-based fellowship, music, and outdoor activities[1][3][4].

History

Rooted in the Methodist Church of Canada, the organization’s origins trace back to 19th-century camp meeting traditions, which later integrated into the United Church of Canada after its formation in 1925. The Berwick Camp has operated for over a century, serving as a spiritual retreat and communal gathering space[4].

Programs and Activities

The association oversees summer camp sessions, including worship services, educational workshops, and recreational activities. A notable partnership with the Nova Scotia Choral Federation (NSCF) hosts the Sing Summer Choir Camps, attracting over 275 participants annually for choral training and performances under guest conductors[5].

Governance

A volunteer Board of Directors manages operations, including roles such as President, Treasurer, and committees for worship, property, and programming. Key personnel include ordained ministers and staff dedicated to camp maintenance and event coordination[2][4].

Facilities

The camp features rustic cabins, outdoor pavilions, and wooded grounds in Berwick, Nova Scotia, designed to accommodate retreats, musical events, and family-oriented programming[1][5].

Note: Specific registration details, financial data, and operational nuances are not publicly documented in available sources.

[1] https://www.berwickcamp.org [2] https://www.berwickcamp.org/general-2 [3] https://united-church.ca/berwick-united-church-camp-camp-mtg-assoc-united-church-canada [4] https://www.saltwire.com/atlantic-canada/history-of-the-berwick-camp-meeting-association-86282 [5] https://nscf.ca/sing-summer-choir-camps/