JOY Camp 2024

Location: Camp Reynoldswood, Dixon, IL

June 23 - 29, 2024

Located at Camp Reynoldswood, Dixon, IL

JOY Camp is a week long overnight camp focused on delivering the message of God's love through fun, fellowship, nature, scripture, and worship. All are welcome, regardless of where you are in your journey of faith.

Serving youth from ages 5th grade to high school seniors.

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Robert "Bob" Lacock, spouse of Rev. Dr. Michelle Oberwise Lacock, a retired member of the Northern Illinois Conference, Friday, February 28, 2025.