Welcome Summer Staff!!!
We’re so excited for you to join us this summer!
Get ready for the best summer of your life! We are praying for you and trust that God will do great things in and through you here at Northland.
Below are some vital pieces of info you need in order to prepare for the summer as well as forms we need from you. Take a look and reach out to summerstaff@northlandcamp.org with any questions.
summer prep homework
Before you arrive at Northland, complete the following assignments.
This summer, our theme passage is Colossians 3:1-17. Your homework in preparation for coming to Northland is listed below. When you arrive to Summer Staff Check-in, you will be asked to show your proof of your completed homework.
Read these two books.
- The Calvary Road by Roy Hession, PDF (link below; about 40 pages)
- Helps for Counselors: A Mini-manual for Christians Counseling by Jay E. Adams
(order through the Book Order Form)
Read the book of Colossians once a day for 7 days.
- Ask the Lord for understanding and insight as you read and obey the Word.
- Ask questions like the following: What is the letter about? Why did Paul write this
letter? How does this letter pertain to our modern day? Why do I need this letter
in my life?
Memorize Colossians 3:1-17.
- Please memorize the passage in KJV. There will be a verse test given during
Staff Training.
Listen to these 5 sermons and take notes:
- Turn the notes in upon arrival (about 4 hours and 45 minutes of work)
1. Christ is Sufficient, Will Galkin - Colossians overview
https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/42416183160 (49 min.)
2. Living the Risen Life, John MacArthur - Colossians 3:1-4
https://www.gty.org/sermons/2145/living-the-risen-life (49 min.)
3. The Christian’s war with sin, Phil Johnson - Colossians 3:5-10
https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/5231917384273 (50 min.)
4. The Nature of the Church, Steve Pettit - Colossians 3:9-12
https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/1024161530233 (29 min.)
5. The Unity of the Church, Steve Pettit - Colossians 3:12-17
https://www.sermonaudio.com/sermons/103116165165 (24 min.)
Schedule and Arrival Info
Arrival: May 30th-31st
Homework Due: At check-in upon arrival to Northland
Staff Training Starts: June 1st @ 8 a.m.
Departure: August 15th
anchor program
We recognize that you have opportunities to earn more money elsewhere and that college can be costly. Our Anchor Program is available to students entering or currently enrolled in college.
Forms
Please fill out the following forms before arriving on campus:
Minor Employee Form (only fill out if you are under 18)
Basic Information
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You will be required to complete an I-9 form to prove your authorization to work. You can find the acceptable documents to present here:
https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents
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We ask that all our summer staff follow the dress code given below.
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See the packing list below for what to bring (and what to leave behind).
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Are you driving or flying to campus? When are you arriving? Are there people coming with you? Let us know by filling out the form below.
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Here is a list of FAQs
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If you’ll be working with us this summer and are under the age of 18, please download the document below. Have a parent or guardian complete it, and either bring it with you to check-in or email it to Janice Driscoll at janice.driscoll@northlandcamp.org.
