Frequently Asked Questions about Family Camp
What are the activities like?
Family Camp Activities Our Family Camp weekend is modeled after the Family Camp program from the Antiochian Village. We will have daily services, Christian Education for children, a Keynote Speaker for the parents, sports and games for the whole family to participate. Some activities will be weather permitting. Please see the tentative schedule online at http://www.campstherman.org/family-camp.html
Where do we stay?
The St. Methodios Faith & Heritage Center is owned and operated by the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston, and is the home to the Metropolis of Boston Summer Camp. More information about the camp facility can be found online at https://www.saintmethodios.org/ Family Camp families will be staying in their beautiful Retreat House. Each room in the Retreat House has 2 double beds, private bath, and linens are provided. Each family will have their own room in the Retreat House. Families are welcome to bring sleeping bags for kids to sleep on the floor.
How do we get there?
The St. Methodios Faith & Heritage Center is located at 329 Camp Merrimac Road Contoocook, NH 03229. Please use this address in your GPS for directions.
Who is running the program and activities?
The Diocese Family Camp is sponsored by the Diocese Missions Council with the blessing of His Grace Bishop JOHN. Our Diocese Family Camp is coordinated by Khalil Samara, and Antiochian Village Staff Alumni will be with us as our Volunteer Staff for the weekend.
What COVID Guidelines will you be following?
Our Family Camp program follows the guidelines of the Antiochian Archdiocese Department of Camping Ministry which receives guidance from the CDC, American Camp Association, and local and state guidelines. All individuals (both vaccinated and not vaccinated) over the age of 3 will be required to wear face masks while indoors at Family Camp with the exception of while in their lodging rooms. Masks are to be worn in the Dining Hall except when sitting at your family’s table. Masks will not be required for outdoor activities, and as many activities as possible will be held outside. These guidelines are subject to change.
For More Information...
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Khalil Samara here.
Family Camp Activities Our Family Camp weekend is modeled after the Family Camp program from the Antiochian Village. We will have daily services, Christian Education for children, a Keynote Speaker for the parents, sports and games for the whole family to participate. Some activities will be weather permitting. Please see the tentative schedule online at http://www.campstherman.org/family-camp.html
Where do we stay?
The St. Methodios Faith & Heritage Center is owned and operated by the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston, and is the home to the Metropolis of Boston Summer Camp. More information about the camp facility can be found online at https://www.saintmethodios.org/ Family Camp families will be staying in their beautiful Retreat House. Each room in the Retreat House has 2 double beds, private bath, and linens are provided. Each family will have their own room in the Retreat House. Families are welcome to bring sleeping bags for kids to sleep on the floor.
How do we get there?
The St. Methodios Faith & Heritage Center is located at 329 Camp Merrimac Road Contoocook, NH 03229. Please use this address in your GPS for directions.
Who is running the program and activities?
The Diocese Family Camp is sponsored by the Diocese Missions Council with the blessing of His Grace Bishop JOHN. Our Diocese Family Camp is coordinated by Khalil Samara, and Antiochian Village Staff Alumni will be with us as our Volunteer Staff for the weekend.
What COVID Guidelines will you be following?
Our Family Camp program follows the guidelines of the Antiochian Archdiocese Department of Camping Ministry which receives guidance from the CDC, American Camp Association, and local and state guidelines. All individuals (both vaccinated and not vaccinated) over the age of 3 will be required to wear face masks while indoors at Family Camp with the exception of while in their lodging rooms. Masks are to be worn in the Dining Hall except when sitting at your family’s table. Masks will not be required for outdoor activities, and as many activities as possible will be held outside. These guidelines are subject to change.
For More Information...
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Khalil Samara here.
