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SUMMARY:The Pause
DESCRIPTION:Who: 9th-12th grade students \nWhen: Friday\, November 21 – Sunday\, November 23 \nWhere: Bonclarken Retreat Center in Flat Rock\, NC \nWAITLIST FOR THE PAUSE  \n CARMEL WAIVER  \nBONCLARKEN WAIVER \nWe can’t wait to get away for The Pause on November 21-23!!! *Registration for the Pause is currently full. Please register for the waitlist with the link above.  \nJesus teaches us that hitting pause in the midst of our busy lives is crucial to staying connected with God. Our time together will focus on worship and studying the Word\, intentional time with the Lord\, equipping students to live and proclaim the gospel\, and building community in the midst of some beautiful surroundings. We will also have some small group competitions that are sure to be a great time on Saturday. HS students\, we invite you to press pause this weekend and join us for our HS Fall Retreat. \nCost: \n\nEarly Registration – September 1 – 30: Total Cost $195 ***Enter EARLYBIRD for $20 discount at registration***\nLate Registration – October 1 – 31: Total Cost $215.00\n\nDetails:  Arrive at Carmel on Friday at 6:00pm (eat before you arrive)\, and return at 3:00pm on Sunday. All meals included with cafeteria style meals. Please provide bedding for twin size bed. Bunkbed type accommodations.
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/the-pause/
CATEGORIES:Students
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SUMMARY:A Carmel Christmas
DESCRIPTION:A Carmel Christmas is Friday\, December 5 from 6:00 – 9:00 pm. Invite your family\, your small group\, your friends\, your neighbors – everyone is welcome.  We’re thrilled to welcome our church family and neighbors for a night of Christmas fun! With activities and concessions spread across our campus we look forward to celebrating at this FREE Christmas event!
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/a-carmel-christmas-3/
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SUMMARY:Worship Service
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join us for worship on Sundays\, December 21 and December 28 at 8:00\, 9:30 or 11:00am on campus or live online at 9:30am. \nWhile we’ll have services at 8:00\, 9:30 + 11:00am\, there will be NO shuttle service\, adult small groups\, Carmel Students and Carmel Kidz. **NOTE: Carmel Preschool will be on their regular schedule.**
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/worship-service/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251224T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251222T190857Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Eve at Carmel
DESCRIPTION:Gather with your family and invite friends and neighbors to hear the story of Jesus’ birth and the true hope\, peace\, joy and love He brings.  Everyone is welcome! And bring the kids – every service is family-friendly! We’ll have coloring books/crayons and an area for kids to play\, if needed. \nWHEN: Wednesday\, December 24 at 2:00\, 4:00* or 6:00pm \nWHERE: On-Campus at 2:00\, 4:00pm or 6:00pm (Worship Center\, Student Center and Uptown Auditorium – 1145 Pineville-Matthews Road\, Matthews NC 28105) or online at 4:00pm \nClick here for additional information and Advent resources including a the sermon series\, worship playlist and devotional.  \nHave questions about our Christmas Eve services\, what Christmas means or who Jesus is? We’d love to help you find the answers you are looking for. Email questions@carmelbaptist.org
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/christmas-eve-at-carmel/
CATEGORIES:Christmas
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T204500
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SUMMARY:RESCHEDULED: At His Feet
DESCRIPTION:Due to winter weather\, At His Feet has been rescheduled for Monday evening\, February 9. \nCarmel Women – We’d love for you to join us for At His Feet\, a special evening of worship and prayer on Monday\, February 9 from 6:45-8:45pm. \nWe’ll spend time worshiping together\, hearing from God’s Word\, and praying – simply slowing down and being in His presence. We’re expectant for what God will do as we gather. \nDoors open at 6:15pm\, so come early for coffee\, refreshments and time to connect. Feel free to bring a friend with you! \nPlease RSVP to save your spot. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/at-his-feet/
CATEGORIES:Women's
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260213T203000
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SUMMARY:Refresh
DESCRIPTION:Girls\, come join us for Refresh! \nCome spend the evening with us being refreshed in God’s presence and in community with others. There will be main sessions of encouragement and challenge\, dinner\, and a time of interactive crafting and community building. \nWho: Girls in 7th-12th Grade \nWhen: February 13\, 2026 \nLocation:  Student Center at Carmel Baptist Church \nRegistration Cost: $25 \nRegistration Deadline: Monday\, February 8 \n REGISTER FOR REFRESH \n 
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/refresh/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260323
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SUMMARY:Milestone 4: Living with Integrity - Survivor 8th Grade Retreat
DESCRIPTION:When: March 20 -22\, 2026 \nLocation: Bethelwoods Camp and Conference Center in York\, SC \nWho: 8th Grade Students (school year 2025-26) \nRegistration/Cost: \n\nEarly Registration: January 1-31 – Total Cost $225 due Jan. 31. ***Enter EARLYBIRD for $25 instant discount at the time of registration***\nLate Registration: February 1-28 – Total Cost $250 due Feb. 28\n\n REGISTER FOR SURVIVOR  \n CARMEL WAIVER  \nThe shift from MS to HS is filled with pressure\, stress\, and demands from friends\, teachers\, coaches and parents who have expectations and difficult questions. During this weekend designed for 8th graders\, there will be fun challenges\, worship\, survival tips and time to hang out with friends. \nSurvivor has become a huge highlight for students as they walk the Milestone Path through the Student Ministry. We invite all 8th grade students to be a part of the Survivor 8th Grade Retreat. The retreat will take place at Bethelwoods Camp and Conference Center in York\, SC and will last from 6:30pm on Friday to 1:00pm on Sunday. \nThe theme for the retreat is loosely based on the TV reality show\, “Survivor.” Students will be placed into tribes to take on challenges together\, be equipped through teaching to live an authentic faith\, engage in worship\, and be encouraged by building community together. \nAs the primary disciple-makers of your student\, we want to help you lead your student through the Survivor experience and make a commitment to living with integrity to culminate the studies from Discipleship Community. We would like for you to take part in all three of the following ways: \n\nParent Training – Sunday\, March 1 at 9:30am or 11:00am in the Student Center room SC303.\nSurvivor Experience – Join us Saturday\, March 21 at Survivor Retreat from 6:00pm – 10:00pm.\nWelcome Home Challenge – Sunday\, March 22 from 12:15pm – 1:00pm in the Main Gym. Students will arrive at 1:00pm.\n\nThe cost of Survivor includes meals\, lodging\, activities\, and a new soft leather Bible that you will get to give to your student as a gift after Survivor. You will receive your student’s Bible at the parent training March 1. When you register and enter the code EARLYBIRD by January 31 you will receive a $25 instant discount at the time of your registration making the total cost $225. Late registration runs until February 28 and is $250. \nIn addition to the retreat\, we will celebrate all of the students who have made a personal commitment to living with integrity in the Worship Services on Sunday\, April 19.  We have been working together for the last two years to get to this point and we are excited to celebrate this Milestone with you! \nSharing the experience of Survivor with your student will be something that you don’t want to miss. Make sure to check out the highlight video from last year at the bottom of the page. Space is limited\, so register soon! \nCheck out the videos from past Survivor Retreats!
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/survivor-8th-grade-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Milestone,Parenting,Students
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DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330
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SUMMARY:Milestone 3: Anchoring Their Identity - Preteen Boys' Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Preteens who make the transition from childhood to being a teenager the right way succeed in big ways. Such Milestones need to be celebrated and remembered in big ways.  CarmelKidz ministry has created Preteen Blessing Retreats\, specifically for 6th graders\, where parents and preteens get to make memories\, map out principles to develop a God-Sense\, and mark a Milestone together. \nIf you have questions and want to learn more\, email Michelle Embry. \nRegister here  \nFor information on the Boys’ Preteen Retreat\, click here.
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/milestone-3-anchoring-their-identity-preteen-boys-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Kidz,Milestone
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260404
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SUMMARY:Good Friday
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we worship and reflect on Jesus’ death together in anticipation of Resurrection Sunday. \n\nFriday\, April 3\nServices will be at 5:00 and 6:30pm\nPreschoolers (birth-Kindergarten) will have their own special service during the 5:00pm service only\n\nFor more details on Holy Week Resources\, Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday\, click here.
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/good-friday/
CATEGORIES:Easter - Resurrection Sunday
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SUMMARY:Nairobi Kenya Global Trip
DESCRIPTION:The team will serve alongside the Waruhiu family doing outreach and participating in other projects to assist the staff at Mercy Nairobi\, including activities at Mercy house\, a street outreach to neighbors who are homeless\, and help conducting VBS with a local school (for freshmen and older). \nDetails & Registration \n 
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/kenya-global-trip/
CATEGORIES:Global Outreach - Nations,Global Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
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SUMMARY:Thailand Global Trip
DESCRIPTION:Serve alongside Carmel partner\, Alyssa Miller\, in various outreach ministries through LifePoint Church in Bangkok.  This team will jump in to life and ministry in Bangkok\, helping with kids’ club and sports ministry in the slums\, English classes at LifePoint\, young adult ministry and visiting with refugee families and others who are often invisible in this vibrant city of 18 million. \nDetails & Registration
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/thailand-global-trip/
CATEGORIES:Global Outreach - Nations,Global Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260405
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260406
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SUMMARY:Easter Sunday
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we worship and celebrate Jesus’ resurrection together! \n\nSunday\, April 5 at 8:00\, 9:30\, and 11:00am\nWorship Services will be in the Uptown Auditorium\, Student Center and Worship Center\nPreschool groups will meet at 8:00\, 9:30 and 11:00am (no CarmelKidz\, Students or Adults groups will meet)\n\nFor more details on Holy Week Resources\, Good Friday and Resurrection Sunday\, click here.
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/easter-sunday/
CATEGORIES:Easter - Resurrection Sunday
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260413
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
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SUMMARY:Milestone 3: Anchoring Their Identity - Preteen Girls' Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Preteens who make the transition from childhood to being a teenager the right way succeed in big ways. Such Milestones need to be celebrated and remembered in big ways.  CarmelKidz ministry has created Preteen Blessing Retreats\, specifically for 6th graders\, where parents and preteens get to make memories\, map out principles to develop a God-Sense\, and mark a Milestone together. \nIf you have questions or want to learn more\, email Michelle Embry. \nRegister here \nFor information on the Girls’ Preteen retreat\, click here.
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/milestone-3-anchoring-their-identity-preteen-girls-retreat/
CATEGORIES:Kidz,Milestone
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260418T160000
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SUMMARY:Serve24
DESCRIPTION:From Friday afternoon\, April 17 to Saturday afternoon\, April 18\, the Carmel family will come together to love and serve our Neighbors. Over the course of 24 hours\, we will work with our ministry partners on more than 20 different projects around the Charlotte area. \nEvery one of us can make a difference by loving and serving others whether it’s big or small. So\, invite your family\, friends or small group to sign up with you to serve for a couple of hours at one or more of these projects – from baking cupcakes for first responders to writing notes of encouragement\, helping with construction projects\, organizing a food pantry or helping with a sports camp. Some projects will happen here on the Carmel campus\, while others will take place with ministry partners across the city. \nClick below to learn more about each project and find your place to serve! \n Learn More + Sign up for Serve24
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/serve24/
CATEGORIES:Local Outreach - Neighbors
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SUMMARY:Milestone 1: Dedicating My Family
DESCRIPTION:At Carmel we want to equip parents as primary disciple makers. As a result\, we have created a pathway for the beginning of Life in Christ that includes the 6 Milestones. For more information about the Milestone Path\, click here. \nWe want to invite you to a weekend of celebration (as well as a required class on Wednesday\, April 22 from 6:30 – 7:30pm). First\, we would like to invite your extended family to join you for a Dedication Brunch on Saturday\, May 9 from 9:30 to 11:00am where we will learn a bit more about what it means to become our children’s primary disciple-maker and commit to be intentional about teaching and training our children in the ways of the Lord. That morning will include a special time of dedication followed by a delicious breakfast as we celebrate together. The culmination of the “Dedicating my Family” milestone takes place on Sunday morning\, May 10 in one of our three worship services as you will make your commitment public before your church family. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. \nIf you would like to participate click the button below for additional information and to register. Registration is required. The deadline to register is Sunday\, April 19\, 2026. \nIf you have any questions\, please call the preschool office at 704-849-9723\, opt 1. \n  \nRegister here for Dedicating My Family in May 2026.
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/milestone-dedicating-my-family/
CATEGORIES:Milestone,Parenting,Preschool
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T200000
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SUMMARY:Milestone 6: Launching with Purpose Graduation Celebration
DESCRIPTION:What is most important for your child after graduation? Are they ready to make an impact for the Kingdom of God? This milestone equips you\, as parents\, to know how to prepare your students for the world after High School – a world where they strive to live an ABLE life. A life where they Abide in Christ in order to Build relationships and Live out the Gospel with Everything they have! \n\nKey Concepts: Apologetics\, Dating/Marriage\, God’s Plan for Me\, Person of Influence\, Life Skills\, My Creed\nFocus: 11th – 12th grade\nMilestone Celebration: Launching with Purpose Dinner/Recognition\n\nParent Training \nAs primary disciple-makers we all need a little help launching our students into their next phase of life. That is why we host Launching with Purpose Parenting Workshop each spring. We cover details regarding our milestone celebrations\, practical tips on navigating this season\, along with providing you with a vision for the Young Adult Ministry here at Carmel. Plus\, you will learn about ways to celebrate this milestone as you participate with the community of parents that are on the same path as you. \nHow do we celebrate the Launching with Purpose Milestone at Carmel? \nThe graduation season filled with many mixed emotions. You have done your best to raise your child to be a follower of Jesus who loves the Lord with all their heart\, soul\, mind\, and strength. While you have made it this far\, it is still hard to watch that young man or woman walk out the door into a new stage of life. Our prayer is as they go\, they will walk out their faith as they live an ABLE life. To help you make the Launching with Purpose Milestone a special moment in the life of your family we invite you to participate in the following: \nLAUNCHING WITH PURPOSE MILESTONE PARENT TRAINING – SUNDAY MAY 3 AT 9:30AM OR 11:00AM \n\nLocation: Room SC303\nTime: 9:30am or 11:00am\n\nLAUNCHING WITH PURPOSE MILESTONE DINNER – FRIDAY\, MAY 15 FROM 6:00 – 8:00PM\n\nGather as a family to honor your graduate and intentionally speak blessing as you launch them into the next phase of life. Dinner will take place in the Worship Center at Carmel and will include a catered meal and program. The entire family is encouraged to be a part of this special time.\nIn addition to dinner\, we would like for each parent to write a letter of blessing to your graduate. Your blessing will mean so much to your student. We have included information that will help you do this on the following pages. You will have an opportunity to read this letter to your senior (privately) during our time together that night. We hope this will be the highlight of the night for you and your graduate. Each graduate will receive a gift from the Student Ministry during the evening. We also encourage you to ask friends and family to write letters of encouragement to give to your graduate during the evening as well.\n\nLAUNCHING WITH PURPOSE MILESTONE RECOGNITION – SUNDAY\, MAY 17 (ALL 3 SERVICES) \n\nPastor Alex and I will be recognizing and praying blessing over the graduates at the end of all three services. Graduates and their DC leaders will celebrate during the 9:30am DC time together as well.\n\nIt has been a privilege to watch your students grow and mature; we are going to miss them deeply. They are an incredible group of students! I look forward to celebrating the Milestone of High School Graduation together! \n\nWHAT WE NEED FROM YOU – BY APRIL 1\n\nRegister your Graduate for the Milestone Dinner and Graduate Recognition (please select ONLY your Graduate – you will be able to add family members as guests later in the form). If your family is unable to attend the Milestone Dinner but will be a part of the Graduate Recognition on Sunday\, May 17\, use the same link below.\nWe need a baby/toddler and a senior picture for each graduating senior. These pictures will be utilized for various pieces of media to celebrate the Milestone. Please have them ready to submit when you register.\nRefer to the following information for details\, including registration\, submitting photos\, costs and times.\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Megan Griggs at 704.847.8575 or megang@carmelbaptist.org.\n\n  \n REGISTER HERE  \n*Please select ONLY your GRADUATE’s name when registering*\n*you will be able to add family members as guests later in the registration \n\nFAQ \nWhat are the dates? \n\nSunday May 3 – Parent Training in room SC303 (9:30am or 11:00am)\nFriday\, May 15 – Launching with Purpose Milestone Dinner (6pm-8pm)\nSunday\, May 17 – Graduate Recognition will happen in all three worship services.\n\nWhat to do by April 1st (absolute deadline): \n\nRegister online and submit a baby/toddler picture and a senior picture. Please have them ready to submit when registering.\n\nHow do I submit my pictures? \n\nPlease upload your photos when registering. Please have your digital picture ready to email when registering. You can take your physical photos to CVS\, Walgreens\, COSTCO\, etc.\, if you need to have them scanned. Taking photos of photos is not recommended.\nPlease rename the image files as follows and as you would like for their names to appear:\n\nLast Name\, First Name – Baby\nLast Name\, First Name – Senior\nPreferred format is Portrait (vertical)\n\n\nSubmit the photos to the link that appears after completing the registration form or HERE.\nPictures received after April 1st will not be included in the graduate publications or video.\n\nCost for the Dinner \n\nFree – Graduate\n$15 per family member\n\nWhat will the blessing time look like? \n\nYou will have about 20 minutes.\nYou will be free to choose your location for the blessing on our campus. Consider choosing a place that is meaningful in the life of your student.\nPlease let your family know ahead of time if you would like for them to be a part of the blessing. We encourage you to include all family for at least a portion of this time.\n\nParent Resources \nBelow you will find some resources to help parents process this milestone and disciple your student. Please feel free to connect with us if you have any questions or need additional resources. \n\nLaunching with Purpose Milestone Parent Resource\nThe Five Elements of the Blessing\nThe Next Four Years Tool\nThe Next Four Years Training\nChoosing A College Tool
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/launching-with-purpose-graduation-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Milestone,Parenting,Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20251212T193100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T211145Z
UID:10001180-1781568000-1781999999@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Camp Carmel
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the summer at Camp Carmel! Registration is open for 2026.  \nWhen: June 16 – 20\, 2026 (Tuesday-Saturday) \nLocation:  Crowders Ridge Camp \nWho: Completed 7th-12th Grade Students (school year 2025-26) \nRegistration/Cost: \n\nEarly Registration: March 1-March 31 – Total Cost $395 due April 30 (Non-refundable deposit of $100 is due upon registration)\nLate Registration: April 1-30 – Total Cost $435 due April 30 (Non-refundable deposit of $100 is due upon registration)\n\nPLEASE FOLLOW THIS REGISTRATION PROCESS \n1. CLICK “REGISTER FOR CAMP”\, READ INSTRUCTIONS\, COMPLETE THE FORM\, AND MAKE SURE YOU GET A CONFIRMATION EMAIL \n2. COMPLETE THE “CARMEL ONLINE WAIVER” \n3. READ “INSTRUCTIONS FOR CROWDERS CAMP ONLINE WAIVER” the group code is 26carmel \n4. COMPLETE “CROWDERS CAMP ONLINE WAIVER” \n\nREGISTER FOR CAMP \nCARMEL ONLINE WAIVER INSTRUCTIONS FOR CROWDERS CAMP ONLINE WAIVER CROWDERS CAMP ONLINE WAIVER \n\n  \nGET READY FOR STUDENT CAMP \nWe’re kicking off the summer by going to Camp Carmel! All students who have completed grades 7-12 will unite together for an incredible summer camp experience. Remove distractions to focus on Jesus for a week of worship\, Bible study\, community\, and outdoor out-of-the-box recreation. \nCamp will be a fun and unique experience with a strong emphasis on relational and spiritual growth. From incredible nightly worship and teaching times\, to exhilarating activities\, it will be a week students won’t forget! \nWe will meet at Carmel to load the buses at 12:30pm on Tuesday\, June 16. We will return at 12:00pm on Saturday June 21. \nStudent camp includes: \n\nWorship experiences\nRec games\nIncredible communicators\nAwesome worship leaders\nSmall group Bible study\nOpportunity to leave a legacy for the next generation\nAll meals  ***Kitchen is Peanut and Tree Nut free. Specialty dietary meal options available for additional cost that is to be selected and paid through the Crowders Camp Online Waiver Registration link above***\n\nIF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN BEING A LEADER AT CAMP CARMEL PLEASE SEND RYAN A MESSAGE ( RYANJ@CARMELBAPTIST.ORG). \n\nCHECK OUT THE HIGHLIGHT PLAYLIST FROM PAST SUMMERS!
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/camp-carmel-2/
CATEGORIES:Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260616
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260624
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20240125T195147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T185133Z
UID:10000168-1781568000-1782259199@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Bolivia Global Trip (FULL)
DESCRIPTION:Ladies Only:  Team will host a ladies retreat which will include bible studies\, workshops and other teaching opportunities that Carmel women can offer. Other areas that would be helpful are with product design\, marketing\, focus groups\, new markets or sales opportunities\, and production suggestions.\, focus groups\, new markets or sales opportunities\, production suggestions. \n 
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/bolivia-global-trip/
CATEGORIES:Global Outreach - Nations,Global Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260622
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20250114T015747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T204041Z
UID:10000980-1782086400-1782604799@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Poland Global Trip - Work + Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Family Friendly Trip – The team will mainly be serving with one of Carmel’s ministry partners\, working at the new EPIC Christian Training Center in Poland.  There will be work projects to support ongoing renovations at Lake EPIC facilities\, as well as\, relationship building with Amazing Grace Church in mini family camp\, outreach/street evangelism in the community\, prayer walking\, and serving in the community. \nDetails and Registration
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/poland-global-trip-2/
CATEGORIES:Global Outreach - Nations,Global Trip
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20251212T192312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T124357Z
UID:10001176-1782118800-1782129600@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Vacation Bible School (VBS) 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join for Vacation Bible School: “ROME-in’ Around: The Good News Grows and Goes” June 22-25! VBS is for Carmel Preschool age 3 to CarmelKidz completed 3rd graders. This year\, children will have the opportunity to visit Rome and follow Paul’s journey to share the love of Jesus with others. Registration is now open. \n REGISTER HERE
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/vacation-bible-school-vbs-2026/2026-06-22/
CATEGORIES:Kidz,Preschool
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260626
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20240125T195513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T141726Z
UID:10000169-1782432000-1783209599@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Peru Global Trip
DESCRIPTION:This team will partner with Calvary Church\, along with Craig and Daisy Tippie\, to lead outreach events\, and help with ongoing training for youth and adults in the church in Huacho\, Peru. \nPeru Trip Info – Learn more about this trip before applying! \nRegistration 
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/peru-global-trip/
CATEGORIES:Global Outreach - Nations,Global Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260628
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260703
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20240125T195751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T140506Z
UID:10000170-1782604800-1783036799@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Charlotte Local Trip
DESCRIPTION:Our Charlotte Mission Trip will take students out of their comfort zones\, and immerse them in a setting that will feel like they are miles away. Students will gain confidence and experience sharing the Gospel while demonstrating the love of Christ to the least of these. \nWhen: June 28 – July 2\, 2026 \nCost: $250 \nWho: Students who have completed 7th-12th grade. \nTeam Size: 80 \nTeam Leader: Jason Salyer \nPlease click the Trip Info link below and read through all of the information and requirements as you prayerfully process applying for the mission trip. \nPLEASE NOTE *** STUDENT MUST APPLY\, NOT THE PARENT *** \nRECOMMENDATION: WRITE OUT YOUR ANSWERS ON A SEPARATE DOCUMENT AND COPY AND PASTE YOUR ANSWERS TO SUBMIT THE APPLICATION \nCharlotte Trip Info – Learn more about the trip before applying! \nApply Here             \n 
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/charlotte-local-trip/
CATEGORIES:Local Outreach - Neighbors,Students
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260719
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20251103T182429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251208T185227Z
UID:10001174-1783641600-1784419199@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Poland Global Trip - Conference Attendee Support
DESCRIPTION:Carmel has been invited to serve at a leaders’ conference being held at Lake Epic Conference Center. The team will be leading a program much like VBS and caring for the children\, ages 5-18\, of the attendees. \nDetails & Registration
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/poland-global-trip-conference-attendee-support/
CATEGORIES:Global Outreach - Nations,Global Trip
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260718
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20251212T193432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T184015Z
UID:10001181-1783900800-1784332799@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:CarmelKidz Camp
DESCRIPTION:Carmel Kidz Camp\nCamp is a chance for just completed 4th-6th graders to leave the distractions of the city behind to experience godly community with their friends and encounter God himself in a special way. Our counselors have spent the year serving on Sundays and Wednesday nights and have a current background check. 2026 CarmelKidz Camp will be July 13-17. This year the theme is Tabernacle Camp. \nRegister opens Spring 2026. \n 
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/carmelkidz-camp-3/
CATEGORIES:Kidz
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260802
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260808
DTSTAMP:20260404T052917
CREATED:20240125T201949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T140642Z
UID:10000172-1785628800-1786147199@carmelbaptist.org
SUMMARY:Joni & Friends North Carolina
DESCRIPTION:Volunteer with Joni & Friends NC at their Family Retreat Program and join your camper for meals\, program activities\, and free time activities.  In this role\, you will join your assigned camper for meals\, program activities\, and free time activities such as swimming\, boating\, hiking\, horseback riding\, and climbing walls.  After an afternoon break\, you will rejoin your camper and their family for evening activities. Volunteers may also serve in a specific program area such as children\, youth\, young adult\, arts & crafts\, recreation\, or music. \nJoni & Friends Trip Info – Learn more about the trip before applying! \nRegistration
URL:https://carmelbaptist.org/event/joni-friends-family-retreat-week-2/
CATEGORIES:Local Outreach - Neighbors,Special Needs - JOY
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