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ORPC Church Camp 2010

This years church camp will be held from 9 to 12 June 2010 at Tanjong Puteri Golf Resort, Pasir Gudang (35km North East of Johor Bahru), Malaysia.

The theme for this year is "In God's Spirit, In God's World".

The speaker is Rev. John McClean, Vice Principal of Presbyterian Theological Centre, Sydney, Australia.

The camp will have a children program called Saddle Ridge Ranch

Registration

Registration starts on Sun 7 March 10 and will close on Sun 25 April 10. We would greatly encourage all to register early to avoid disappointment.

Please register after morning or evening services.

For more details about the cost of the camp and registration, goto the registration page

Additional Information

There is a FAQ page that you can consult for more details.

You can contact the camp committee with your questions, feedback, etc by filling the contact form.

In God's Spirit, In God's World

Jesus calls us to live for him in the world, but he doesn't leave us alone in the struggle of living for him. He promises us the Spirit who fills our lives with God's life and presence and leads us in witness to the world. John’s gospel shows us how we live as Christians in the Spirit and in the world.

Camp Verse

"when he, the Spirit of truth, comes,
he will guide you into all truth.
"
John 16:13

Speaker

Rev John McCleanRev. John McClean is the Vice Principal of Presbyterian Theological Centre, Sydney, Australia. He has taught theology, ethics and philosophy for the past seven years.

He is married to Elizabeth and they have two children Michael (14) and Brianna (11).

He enjoys camping, mountain biking, good coffee, nice food and reading.

At present he is working hard to complete his PhD in theology (and hopes that it will be submitted before the camp).

Saddle Ridge Ranch

There will be a children programme called "Saddle Ridge Ranch":

Saddle up for this year's children's program where kid's will be riding the range and rounding up questions like

What is God's Plan for me?

How can I be more like Jesus?

At the end of the camp, they will discover that God's word has all the answers

Registration

Registration is open from 7 March till 25 April 2010. Registration forms and fee should be handed in after the morning or evening services. The registration form can be downloaded from here.

Camp Fees

The camp fees are as follows:

Adult: $250
Child (5 to 12 years of age): $150
Child (Below 5 years of age): $50

Note: A Youth subsidy of S$100 will be granted to campers aged 13 to 19 years (on June 9, 2010) who are part of the Youth Ministry for at least 3 months. Approval for this subsidy is required from Pr. Amos Lau before the registration form is submitted.

Frequently Asked Questions

Registration Deadline

  • When is the last day of registration? Can I still register after that?
    The last day of registration is 25 April 2010. We would greatly encourage all to register before this date to avoid disappointment. The Resort may not accept any last minute bookings due to our Special Package Price. Moreover, another Church will also be holding their camp during this period and thus there are limited villas available.

Transport Arrangement

  • Can we travel up to JB on our own? Will there be any rebate for own transportation?
    Yes, you can self-drive to JB. However, due to the Special Package Price which includes both accommodation and transport by coach, there will be no rebate for those who self-drive.
  • Do we have to provide the Camp Committee (“Committee”) our vehicle number if we arrange our own transport?
    Yes, for record purposes both for the Resort and Committee. You must however plan to arrive by 10 a.m. Lunch and camp programs will commence promptly at 11.30 am.
  • I plan to travel up to JB in private transport with my friends. However, as my friends will be extending their stay in JB whilst I plan to come back to Singapore immediately after the camp ends, can I take the church coach back (i.e. one way coach ride)?
    Yes, you can but you will have to inform the Church Camp Committee in advance/during registration itself so as to allow the Committee sufficient time to make the necessary arrangements for your return trip (or vice versa).

Camp Fees and Cancellation Policy

  • Does the camp fee include insurance coverage?
    Yes, the camp fees include insurance coverage for the whole duration of the camp (i.e. 9 to 12 June 2010, inclusive).
  • How do I pay for the camp fees ?
    We accept two methods of payment – by cash or cheque payments. For cheque payments, all cheques are to be made payable to: Orchard Road Presbyterian Church.
  • If I am a youth, am I entitled to any form of subsidy?
    Yes, you are entitled to the Youth subsidy of $100, if you satisfy the following conditions: Campers age range 13-19 yrs (as at June 9th, 2010); and Campers who are part of the Youth Ministry for at least 3 months, of which the person in charge of the Youth Ministry (Pastor Amos Lau) will be assessing and evaluating the registration form of each youth carefully and he or she will have the final determination whether a youth qualifies for the camp fee subsidy. Thereafter, you will be notified accordingly by the Youth Ministry personnel in charge.
  • I am a “Non –working “ Youth who is helping out at this year’s Church camp. Do I qualify for the Youth Subsidy?
    Please refer to previous point for the qualifying criteria. The same criteria will apply.
  • I would like to go for the church camp. However due to some financial difficulties, I would require some financial assistance, who can I approach to seek financial assistance?
    You may approach any of the Registration Assistants at the Church Camp Registration Booth and highlight to them your need. They provide you with a form to fill and explain the procedure to you.
  • Due to unforeseen circumstances (work/health, etc.), I am unable to attend the church camp, what are the chances of me getting my money back?
    No. of days notification prior
    to commencement of camp
    Amount of refund
    % of camp fee paid
    At least 30 days in advance - if notified by 8 May 2010. 100%
    Less than 30 days - if notified between 9 -24 May 2010. 50%
    Less than 14 days - if notified between 25-31 May 2010 25%
    Less than 7 days - if notified after 1 June 2010 No Refund
    The cancellation and refund policy is in accordance with the resort’s rules and regulations.
  • Due to unforeseen circumstances (work/ health, etc.), if I am unable to attend the church camp at the last minute, can I find a replacement camper to take my place?
    Yes, you can. But you will have to ensure that your replacement camper is able to “take” your rooming arrangement as planned originally. This is to avoid any unnecessary disruption to the other rooming arrangements which would already have been planned/determined.

Accommodation

    How is the accommodation at the Resort like?
    The Resort is “villa style”. Each villa has 4 bedrooms of which 3 of them are twin-sharing rooms with 2 single beds and one being a master bedroom with a queen-size bed. Every villa is 2-storey. It has a living room, dining room and kitchen.
  • Can we extend our stay?
    Yes, you can extend your stay. However, please note that you will have to make the necessary arrangements with the Resort on your own for your extension of stay at the Resort. Tanjung Puteri has offered campers a special rate of RM380++ per villa per night (villa only; without meals). Please contact Mr Shah at +607-2596100 or ).
  • If I would like to shorten my stay (for a Twin-sharing Room), either by coming in 1 day after the camp starts or leave 1 day before the camp ends, with my roommate staying on in the same room, will I get a refund or will my camp fees be any cheaper?
    Due to the Special Package Price that both you and your roommate in a Twin Sharing Room are already enjoying, anyone of you coming in later or leaving earlier will not alter the price as the room has already been paid for the whole duration of the camp. Therefore, there will be no refund or cheaper rates granted to you or your roommate should any of you or both of you decide to come in 1 day later or leave 1 day earlier.
  • Can I request for a baby cot for my baby?
    The Resort has no baby cot. However should you require an extra mattress for your baby, you will have to indicate your request upfront in the Registration Form under the “Additional Request” section. Please note that the Resort allows a maximum of 2 mattresses per villa.
  • As Tanjong Puteri is located on a Golf course, would we be able to get a special Golfer’s package?
    Yes, there will be a golfer’s package being arranged. The golf event will be held after the church camp. Mr Ong Whee Teck is in charge of this event. For more information, please visit www.orpc.org.sg.

Special Requests

  • My child is allergic to seafood, will there be any special instructions given to the person in charge?
    Yes, our F&B in charge and your child’s Group Leader will be informed as long as you fill up your child’s condition under ‘Medical Conditions’ in the Church Camp Registration Form or under the “Special Request” section. The Committee must nevertheless be informed in advance so that prior arrangements can be made on your child’s behalf.
  • I am a vegetarian / have certain special dietary requirements, can special arrangements be made for me at the camp site?
    Yes, as long as you indicate your request(s) in the Church Camp Registration Form. The Committee must be informed in advance so that prior arrangements can be made on your behalf.
  • I cannot participate in any outdoor activities due to my medical condition. Can I be excused for all outdoor group activities or even physical indoor activities?
    Yes, as long as you inform the person in charge during registration about your medical condition and specify in the registration form as well. Your assigned Group Leader will be notified accordingly and exempt you from all outdoor activities.

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