VISION

The vision we have at Big Sandy Camp consists of our:

MISSION

To provide an environment where lives may be changed through a Christ centered experience.

TARGET

Every Man, Woman, and Child-Jesus made clear that he wanted all people to have an opportunity to hear and respond to his offer of redemption.

MANDATE

To be the Light of the John 9:5 and Matthew 5:14 articulate a transition by which the people of God become light bearers in the world. We are profoundly responsible for the advance of light into darkness. We are called to push back darkness wherever it may be found in our circle of influence.

CULTURE

The culture we want to create at Big Sandy Camp is a shared:

EXPECTATION

That God is up to something good.

URGENCY

Around the mission to bring light into dark places.

COMMITMENT

To see every man, woman, and child have an opportunity to hear and respond to the Gospel.

PASSION

To pursue, listen, and obey the Holy Spirit.

DESIRE

To serve every camper, retreat attender, leader, and guest with a “Yes, We Can” attitude.

VALUES

The values we share at Big Sandy Camp are:

WHY

Lost people matter to God.

THE MINISTRY MINDSET

Realize that we are here to serve – service
This is God’s work (not just a job!) – steward
Find ways to make Big Sandy Camp better – excellence
Whatever you do, do it unto the Lord – hospitality

LOYALTY

‘Defend,’ ‘cover,’ and ‘protect’ each other, and pray for those you lead and for those who lead you.

PASSION

Don’t complain, be positive – ‘never bitter,’ and have fun.

SHARING OUR LIVES TOGETHER

Be a support network for each other, pray for one another, encourage one another and care for one another.

OUR CUSTOMERS MATTER

Provide a clean, safe environment where customers (guests) can experience the Lord, and provide quality food and dining services.

Big Sandy Camp has been an operational year-round camp and retreat center for over 60 years. Set on the beautiful shores of Big Sandy Lake, we offer breathtaking views and modern facilities just a short two-hour drive from the Twin Cities. Join in on our program camps/retreats or allow us to host you for your custom event! Come and breathe in God’s goodness and experience more of Him at Big Sandy Camp.

Big Sandy Camp is an integral part of the North Central District, national, and worldwide fellowship of The Christian and Missionary Alliance and is united in governance, fellowship, and service in order to promote unity of faith in the fullness of Jesus Christ as Savior, Sanctifier, Healer, and Coming King, and to facilitate the spread of the gospel at home and abroad under the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

We strive to walk alongside the local church; specifically, C&MA churches in the North Central District. We are an extension of the church’s ministry, hosting and serving our churches in whatever way we can. Our desire is that as our church groups and individuals come on site; that each person can experience spiritual growth and go back to their homes and communities refreshed and ready to serve.

We desire that our campers and guests are challenged spiritually, physically, mentally, and socially, using their experiences while on site to help them grow in their faith and gain life-long friends who will encourage them in their walk with Christ. We seek to offer a safe, Christian community in a natural setting where everyone will discover and develop their faith. We want to each person to encounter God along with having tons of fun.

Our objective over the next ten years is:

  • To see 10,000 decisions by individuals for Christ
  • The maximization of our facilities and grounds to their fullest
  • The engagement of 5,000 partners in prayer and financial support of the ministry
  • The funding of five prioritized projects of our Master Site Plan and a 3-month reserve of annual income
  • The development of an orderly succession plan for key staff.