Gift Certificates

Posted on November 13, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

Looking for a unique gift for someone special in your life? Hate crowded malls and overwhelming online sites? Gift Certificates for DuBois Center camps, events and items in the camp store might be just the answer to your shopping conundrum. Consider giving your child or grandchild the gift of a week at camp or your son and grandson a weekend together just for Fathers & Sons. Love your old camp t-shirts and sweatshirts? Share that love with all the grandkids, nieces and nephews.

Certificates are available for any amount of $10 or more. For more information contact DuBois Center at dcinfo@DuBoisCenter.org or 618-787-2202.

Bunco Night – Saturday February 24

Posted on November 11, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

Save the Date – All are invited to join Region 2 for an evening of fun and fellowship. Gather the family, some friends, your youth group; come in out of the cold and get energized! This fun, somewhat frenzied dice game is so easy to learn, anyone can play!

St. Paul UCC in Columbia will open its doors at 6:30 pm on Saturday, February 24; the game will begin at 7 pm. The cost to play is $10 per person, but WAIT – there’s more. Also featured is a 50/50 drawing and a silent auction with a variety of fun items. Snacks and soda will be available for purchase. Funds raised go to support ministry at DuBois Center. Check out this flyer and share it with… everyone!

Advance tickets are available; details are included on the flyer.

Camp Nurses – Servants with Sunscreen

Posted on November 10, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

Despite the falling leaves, it’s never too early to think about summer. One setting for ministry at DuBois Center is our health center. Volunteer camp nurses, most of whom are RNs, are a vital piece of our summer camp program. Many find serving at DuBois Center to be a rewarding mission opportunity, one that is quite different from their regular job. Responsibilities include reviewing camper medical forms, conducting health screenings, receiving & administering medications, providing first aid & basic medical treatment, and documentation. But when you really get down to it, nurses spend most of their time removing ticks, soothing rashes, distributing medications and providing extra TLC for homesick and nervous campers.

If you are an RN, please consider serving with us for a full or partial week. The living quarters do have AC and there is often time to join us for worship, explore the woods or just sit back and read a book. Contact Shirley at 618-787-2202 or email.

Giving Thanks!

Posted on November 9, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

Reasons to give thanks are plentiful at DuBois Center. God’s creation is majestic – the plants, the critters, the people. Enjoy these gifts from photographer Marty Kemper, one of our earth care volunteers. Delight in the dragonfly, the cardinal flower, purple sneezeweed (not purple at all), the wild hyssop – and in the words of Don Moen, “Give thanks with a grateful heart; give thanks to the Holy One.”

“Thank You” Christmas Party Saturday, Dec 2 – Save the Date

Posted on November 8, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

This annual event is our opportunity to say THANK YOU! Thank you for your prayers and support; your gifts of time, talent and treasure; and your partnership in our shared mission and ministry at DuBois Center. Together we have touched countless lives over the past five decades with gifts of sacred space and God’s abundant love.

Volunteers, staff, supporters and friends are invited to enjoy a tasty dinner, unique entertainment and, of course, THE Christmas game. Social hour begins at 5 pm with dinner at 6 pm. Churches are encouraged to send representatives. Get all the details in your invitation.

Please RSVP to DuBois Center at 618-787-2202 or dcinfo@duboiscenter.org by Fri, Nov 24.

Father – Son Retreat

Posted on February 8, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

March 31 – April 2:

Fathers, Grandfathers and Uncles – bring your sons, grandsons and nephews to DuBois Center for a weekend of quality guy time! Fish, hike, canoe and just hang out together. Make cool wood crafts, share in vespers and work on your archery skills. Horseback riding is available for an additional fee. Lodging is in the cottages in main camp. All ages are welcome, though most activities are geared for boys age 5 and older. Families participate together. For more information, check out this flyer. Registration by mail is now open; online registration opens February 15. Early Bird deadline is March 10; final deadline is March 17.

Summer Jobs

Posted on February 1, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

Make a difference this summer!

Summer 2017 might seem like a long way off, but at DuBois Center we are already hard at work planning the summer camp schedule, the program and facility improvements. We are also kicking off the staff recruitment season! Energetic, child-focused, fun-loving – sound like you or someone you know? Check out the Summer of Service flyer and consider whether an amazing summer at camp might be just the opportunity to make a difference you have been looking for. Open positions include cabin counselors, barn staff and coordinators. FAITH. FUN. HARD WORK. GREAT FRIENDS. LONG HOURS. RESUME-BUILDING, PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE. AMAZING MEMORIES. Questions? Contact the DuBois Center office at program@DuBoisCenter.org or 618-787-2202. Application packets are available online.

Office Manager Position Open

Posted on January 19, 2017 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

DuBois Center is currently accepting resumes for the position of Office Manager. This position is part-time (20-28 hours per week) and includes some benefits, such as paid vacation and sick days. The individual filling this position will be a key member of our core staff team and play a vital role in helping DuBois Center achieve its mission. The office manager’s friendly greeting is often the first introduction to our ministry of hospitality for a new guest or camper family. It is vital for the office manager to truly enjoy working with people and have strong computer and organizational skills.

Click here for more information regarding the position and application process.

Fall Festival!

Posted on July 25, 2016 by DuBois Office — 1 Comment ↓

October 2, 2016

It is never too early to start thinking about and preparing for DuBois Center’s annual Fall Festival. Each October, this event attracts approximately 2500 church and community members. It is our biggest friend and fund-raising event of the year. Mark your calendar and plan now to participate! The first Sunday in October is the traditional day for this extravaganza; it would be great if you could steer other church events away from this date if possible.

Mother-Daughter Retreat

Posted on July 25, 2016 by DuBois Office — No Comments ↓

October 14-16, 2016

A family tradition for many… why not make it one for yours? Laugh, play, sing and maybe even dance! Relax and re-energize your relationship with your daughter, mother, granddaughter, niece, aunt or other special woman or girl in your life. This playful, faith-based, fun-filled weekend may be just the break you need from hectic fall schedules. Weather permitting, activities will include archery, engaging Bible exploration, canoeing, crafts, creative dramatics, a hayride and campfire, hiking, music, pontoon boat rides, yoga and worship. You can even opt for a horseback ride. Register online at the top of the page or print this registration form and mail us a completed copy.

For more information about Mother-Daughter Retreat and our other fall activities, check out this brochure.

Author: DuBois Office