“Everyone, then, who hears these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man
who built his house on rock. The rain fell, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on
that house, but it did not fall because it had been founded on rock. And everyone who hears
these words of mine and does not act on them will be like a foolish man who built his house
on sand. The rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house,
and it fell—and great was its fall!”
— Matthew 7:24-27 (NRSVue)

We are happy to announce that we are bringing back the opportunity for young adults to be a part of our Intentional Community. What is it exactly? It’s a year of spiritual formation, service, learning and living as part of a growing faith community. The Intentional Community at Johnsonburg is intended to help young adults develop a strong spiritual foundation through living in community with peers and with the guidance of year-round staff. For detailed information please visit our website or click to email Chad.

Description
A year of spiritual formation, service, learning and living as part of a growing faith community. The Intentional Community at Johnsonburg is intended to help young adults develop a strong spiritual foundation through living in community with peers and with the guidance of year round staff.

Housing and Meals:
Housing provided by Johnsonburg Camp and Retreat Center. Meals provided when guests
are being served at the Dining Hall. Other meals are the responsibility of participants and
could be coordinated with other participants.

Living Stipend
$600 per month
You are provided with a monthly stipend to cover your living costs. It is expected that
members of the intentional community pool some of their resources as agreed upon in
their covenant, which could include creating a community budget for food or group
activities.

Program Expectations:
• 25 hours of work a week at a local non-profit partner
• A commitment to 8 months of work (Sept. 3, 2024 - Dec. 15 and Jan. 13, 2025 — May
16, 2025)
• Fully investing in the building of an intentional community with fellow participants
• Establishing a covenant for living in community with other participants
• Active participation in worship of a local congregation
• A willingness to engage in spiritual, vocational, and personal discernment
• Participation in a Spring trip for either service or ongoing exploration in spiritual
formation and community building
• We strongly encourage participants to bring a car if they are able. A car is not a
program requirement, and at times accommodations can be made.
• Participation in weekly Community Days, aimed at spiritual, personal, educational,
and professional growth
• Serving Camp Johnsonburg in a wide range of areas (program, kitchen, office,
facilities, hospitality etc.)
• Abiding by all Johnsonburg Camp and Conference Center Personnel Policies

Mandatory Dates
Must be available for the following dates in order to participate in the program
September 28-29 Epic Elementary Weekend
October 6 Fall Funday
October 19 Confirmation Day Retreat
October 25-27 Women’s Retreat
November 22-24 High School Retreat
December 6-8 Middle School Retreat
Spring Confirmation Weekend
Spring Youth Retreat
Spring Women’s Retreat