Where Boy And Girls Begin To Live
AVA, MISSOURI • EST. 1963
A Christ-centered overnight summer camp tucked in the beautiful hills of southern Missouri.
60+
Years of ministry
100%
Volunteer staff
Ages 7–19
Served each summer
Our values
What drives everything we do
We all come from different paths and unite to serve one mission. You will find these values at our core.
Love for God
Above everything, our staff loves God. They work to build their relationship with God and pour out that love to their campers and fellow staff.
Love for kids
Our camp staff wakes up each day eager to build relationships with campers while putting Christ at the center — cheering for them during activities and giving their all for every camper.
Love for joy
Joy and laughter are contagious! Our staff chooses it every day. The simple act of walking to an activity becomes a joyful adventure — the excitement never ends at Camp Joy.
Love for service
Where we go, we go together. Our staff is selfless and puts in hard work without seeking personal gain. Our mission is to serve and make God known above everything else.
"This church camp is my home away from home. The counselors are always willing to talk to you know matter what. I highly recommend this camp, your kid will fit right in."
Ready to sign up?
2026 Registration is open now.