Our Story
Our Awesome Staff
John Bowen
Property Manager
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Krystal Brown
Housekeeping
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About US
Camp History
Camp Onomia was born in 1949 by an association of Lutheran congregations desiring to establish "a place set apart" for Christian nurture and study. The founding name of the camp was American Lutheran Memorial Camp.
For over 75 years we have provided our churches and families refuge, recreation, and renewal in their journey of faith.
mission
Camp Onomia offers a life changing experience which invites all people
to encounter Christ through Creation and Community.
Onomia is governed by an association of congregations offering programs and facilities to people of all ages and backgrounds. We are a faith-based ministry which seeks to serve all people, faiths, and denominations. We welcome all regardless of race, creed, or sexual identity.
We are a member of Lutheran Outdoor Ministries, an ELCA camping organization.
support
Camp Onomia receives no synodical or national church funding. Approximately 33% of our operating budget comes through fees charged for programs and site rental. Member congregations reduce summer camp fees by over 45% through annual dues. The balance of our support comes through individual and group donations.
members
Bethany Lutheran Church - Onamia
Bethel Lutheran- Little Falls
Bethesda Lutheran- Malmo/Isle
Calvary Lutheran Church - Mora
Christiania Lutheran Church - Lakeville
Emanuel Lutheran- Bock
Faith Lutheran Church - Isle
Glendorado Lutheran Church - Princeton
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church - Princeton
Grace Lutheran - St Paul
Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran Church- Foley
Gustavus Adolphus Lutheran -
St Paul
Immanuel Lutheran Church - Hillman
Immanuel Lutheran Church - Princeton
Long Lake Lutheran Church - Isanti
Luther Memorial - South St. Paul
Our Father's Lutheran- Rockford
Our Savior's Lutheran- Pequot Lakes
Redeemer Lutheran Church - Henderson
St. James Lutheran Church - Crystal
St. John Lutheran Church -
Belle Plaine
St. Luke Lutheran Church - St. Paul
St. Timothy Lutheran Church -
St. Paul
Trinity Lutheran Church - Princeton
Trinity Lutheran Church - Milaca
Trinity Lutheran Church - Hayfield
Zion Lutheran Church - Milaca