Camp Lakeview

Camp Lakeview is where we hold our southern IN, and Northern KY via de cristo weekends. It's located in Seymour, IN

For Southern Indiana and NW Kentucky weekends our retreats are hosted by Camp Lakeview.

  13500 West Lake Road
  Seymour, IN  47274
  Phone: 812-342-4815
  Website: click here
  Map/Directions: Click here

Send-off:
Arrive Thursday by 6:30 p.m.
Closing:
Arrive Sunday by 4:00 p.m

Lutherhaven

Camp Lutherhaven is where we hold our North & Central IN via de cristo weekends.

Our Central - Northern Indiana weekends are held at Camp Lutherhaven in Albion, IN.

Camp Lutherhaven
   1596 S. 150 W.
   Albion, IN 46701
   Phone: 260-636-7101
   Website: click here
   Map/Directions: click here

Send-off:
Arrive Thursday by 6:30 p.m.
Closing:
Arrive Sunday by 4:00 p.m.

Kavanaugh
Life Center

Kavanaugh Life Enrichment Center is where we hold our Kentucky via de cristo weekends. It's located on the NW side of Louisville.

Kavanaugh Life Enrichment Ctr.
   7505 Kavanaugh Road
   Crestwood, KY 40014
   Phone: 502-241-9091
   Website: click here
   Map/Directions: click here

Saturday Fellowship

Saturday song and fellowship groups meet at 5:30 pm

Via de Cristo
The heart and essence of the Via de Cristo is to bring Christians to a full awareness of what is meant by living the life of Grace, adding new strength and vitality to their Christianity.

The purpose of the Via De Cristo is to develop in Christians a consciousness of their Power and Mission to become leaders in Christian renewal, and the desire to continue to live the life of Grace, personally and together with their brothers and sisters in Christ.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

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1] How do I let my church know about VDC ?

Great question!  Simply contact an Area Coordinator on INKY Via De Cristo's  Secretariat.  There is a core of volunteers trained to present the Via De Cristo movement to churches of any denomination. We also have brochures and a PowerPoint presentation available on the What is VDC page.

2] Where can I find an application?

To complete an application to attend a weekend, to serve on a weekend, to sponsor someone, to attend a renewal weekend, click the link on the left hand side of this page, or in the drop down menu at the top of the page titled "About VDC"

3] How much does it cost?

The cost per person is $50. This amount covers the entire weekend: your transportation to and from the retreat site, all meals and snacks, supplies, and your accommodations. All expenses for the weekend are covered. You won't need to bring any extra money on the weekend. Payment is due at the end of the weekend. In addition to the weekend fee, there is a $20 non-refundable application fee for a total weekend cost of $70 per person. 
 
 Scholarships are available if you aren't able to pay.  You should never allow lack of funds to prevent you from attending a weekend. However, if you are unable to pay, please notify your sponsor so they can apply for a scholarship for you.

4] What should I pack?

The campsite links will open a new window ) At Camp Lakeview in Seymour,  you will be staying in cabins with other people.  The lodges have heating and air-conditioning, sleeping rooms equipped with two or more sets of bunk beds each, restrooms with showers, laundry facilities, a meeting room with fireplace and kitchenette (refrigerator, sink, microwave), handicapped accessibility.

Items to bring:
Sleeping bag or sheets/blankets and pillow (except at Good Shepherd, bedding is provided)
Towels, washcloths, soap, shampoo
Bathrobe or cover-up
Slippers, flip-flops, etc. to wear in showers/restrooms
Personal care items
Hair dryer if needed
COMFORTABLE clothes appropriate for the weather. Layers are recommended.
Comfy shoes as you will walk from the dorms to the chapel and classroom each day
Umbrella if rain expected

Items NOT to bring:
Cell phones--not allowed
Laptop or personal computers--no hook-ups available
Notebooks--Provided with registration
Camera or video/tape recording devices--to protect privacy of others in attendance
Expensive items--a no brainer
Golf clubs--believe me, there's no course nearby and there won't be time!
Food--all is provided, in abundance!
Toilet paper--we've got you covered!
Camping items--it's not THAT primitive

Please remember that this is a Spiritual Leadership weekend. We would like your focus to be on the weekend. For this reason we ask that you do not contact your family or friends during the weekend.  If there is an emergency, we will notify you immediately.

If you have any questions, please contact your sponsor. They've been to the camp and will be able to answer any questions you might have. You may also contact any member of the Secretariat.

5] What are the emergency contact phone numbers?

  Lutherhaven: 260-636-7101
  Camp Lakeview - Seymour: 812-342-4815
  Kavanaugh Life Enrichment Center:  502-2419091

In the case of an emergency the camp will notify us immediately.

6] Do I really need a sponsor?  Can't I just send in an application?

Yes, you really need a sponsor. They can provide you with valuable information.  To find a sponsor click here and send an email to our Lay Director, Ken Huff. Make sure to include your name, your church and city, and which weekend you would like to attend.  Also include your phone number so he can call you if he needs any additional information. 

7] Can I make a donation to Inky Via de Cristo?

Absolutely!  Often members of the greater Via De Cristo community wish to assist the movement anonymously; they wish to help purchase supplies or foods for the weekends; or assist with improvements to the campsites.  We've made it easy by adding an option to donate online via PayPal.

Your donation is secure and you can donate via MasterCard, Visa, Discover or a checking account transfer.  100% of your donation benefits INKY Via De Cristo.  All positions on Inky Via De Cristo are volunteer. Your donation may be deducted as a charitable donation.  We are a 501(3)c organization.

Just click on the "Make a donation" button below and you'll be redirected to our PayPal account.