Mission and Vision
Where all may gather
Johnsonburg seeks to serve all people in a beautiful natural environment which is conducive to building and strengthening relationships.
where all are welcomed,
Through its staff and volunteers, through its programs and services, in every interaction, Johnsonburg seeks to reach out and serve all persons in a manner which honors diversity and recognizes the worth of every individual as a child of God.
and where all are invited to share:
All aspects of Johnsonburg are intended to extend an invitation to guests, campers, and others to grow through their experiences at Johnsonburg, so that the world is more just, more loving, and more faithful.
gracious hospitality,
The hospitality we offer is infused with the grace of God and made possible by the gifts of many.
joyful Christian community,
We believe that individuals grow in faith in Jesus Christ, in commitment, and in their ability to serve when they are embraced by a loving community.
and the wonder of God’s creation.
The awe-inspiring beauty of the natural world surrounds all that we do at Johnsonburg, and our decisions are guided by our commitment to be good stewards of God’s creation.
Micah 6:8 New Revised Standard Version (NRSV)
8 He has told you, O mortal, what is good;
and what does the Lord require of you
but to do justice, and to love kindness,
and to walk humbly with your God?
JOHNSONBURG CONDENSED MISSION STATEMENT:
Where all may gather,
Where all are welcomed
and where all are invited to receive
gracious hospitality
joyful Christian community
and the wonder of God’s creation.
Core Values
The Values of Johnsonburg are those traits and characteristics that help to guide our choices and shape how we do our work. We believe in:
Respect – Through our words and through the way we treat one other, we intend to respect all people, their ideas, and their experience.
Diversity – We, and all communities, are stronger when there are different perspectives, ideas, and experiences.
Beauty – All people need experiences of beauty which renew us, inspire us, and open our hearts and minds to that which is greater than ourselves.
Creativity – Creativity is one of the ways human being reflect the image of God, and we seek to foster creativity in our programs, our services, and the experiences we offer.
Collaboration – We believe in working cooperatively, in seeking out opportunities to include others in our work, and in teaching persons to work and play together.
Gratitude – We strive to give thanks in everything and for everything.
Authenticity – We strive for transparency in the way we conduct ourselves and our work.
Adventure – Experiences which push us out of our comfort zone help us to grow and to realize our full potential.
