SUMMER STAFF APPLICATION 2026

It's not often in life we get to evaluate our purpose, plan our future, and reflect on the past. As a part of the summer staff at Camp McCullough, you will have the opportunity to grow personally and spiritually. You will be surrounded by young people like yourself who want their life to count for something; to serve as Jesus did. We believe you will come away from your experiences on summer staff at Camp McCullough equipped to make choices for your future, education, and faith journey.

You'll also find yourself refreshed by the kids you've impacted during the summer; kids you helped have the best week of their lives at Camp McCullough!

Yes, it will be hard work, but there is an enormous payoff; changed lives in the name of Jesus.

Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee a position on staff. All applications are reviewed carefully, and positions are offered based on our staffing needs, applicant qualifications, and availability. Because we receive many applications, we may not be able to follow up with every applicant individually.

PERSONAL INFORMATION

Name (First & Last)

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Email

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Parent Name or Guardian (This person will receive email information from Camp McCullough)

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Parent Email (if under 18 / check NA if doesn't apply)

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Parent Phone (if under 18 / check NA if doesn't apply)

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Address

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Sex

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Birth Date

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Grade Completed Spring 2026

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8th 9th 10th 11th 12th College Not in school

Which church do you attend?

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Which school did you attend in 2026

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WHAT WE BELIEVE

THE PURPOSE OF LIFE
The great purpose toward which each human life is drawn is to glorify God and to enjoy Him forever.

Do you agree with the belief of Camp McCullough

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THE AUTHORITY OF OUR LIVES
We glorify God by recognizing and receiving His authoritative self-revelation, both in the infallible Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments and also in the incarnation of God the Son.

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TRINITY
With Christians everywhere, we worship the only true God–Father, Son, and Holy Spirit–who is both one essence and three persons.

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JESUS
Jesus Christ is both truly God and truly human. The divinity of the Son is in no way impaired, limited, or changed by His gracious act of assuming a human nature, and that His continued divinity in no way undermines his true humanity. The risen Jesus, who was sent from the Father, has now ascended to the Father in His resurrected body and remains genuinely human.

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THE HOLY SPIRIT
We can confess Jesus Christ as Lord and God only through the work of the Holy Spirit.

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SIN
The present disordered state of the world, in which we and all things are subject to misery and evil, is not God’s doing but is instead a result of humanity’s free, sinful rebellion against God’s will. No part of human life is untouched by sin. Our desires are no longer trustworthy guides to goodness, and what seems natural to us no longer corresponds to God’s design.

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SALVATION

Jesus offered Himself on the cross to free us from slavery to death and sin. Jesus takes our place both in bearing the weight of condemnation against our sin on the cross and in offering to God the perfect obedience that humanity owes to Him but is no longer able to give. In union with Christ through the power of the Spirit, we are brought into the right relationship with the Father, who receives us as His adopted children. Jesus Christ is the Only Way to this adoption, the single path by which sinners become children of God.

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NEW LIFE

Through His regenerating and sanctifying work, the Holy Spirit grants us faith and enables holiness, so that we may be witnesses of God’s gracious presence to those who are lost. In Christ, we are adopted into the family of God and find our new identity as brothers and sisters of one another, since we now share one Father.

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THE CHURCH

Within the covenant community of the church, God’s grace is extended through the preaching of the Word, the administration of the Sacraments, and the faithful practice of mutual discipline. The ministries of the church reflect the three-fold office of Christ as a prophet, priest, and king–reflected in the church’s ordered ministries of teaching elders, deacons, and ruling elders.

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HOLINESS

Jesus teaches us that we are to love the Lord our God with all our hearts, with all our souls, and with all our minds. No part of human life is off-limits to the sanctifying claims of God. Progress in holiness is an expected response of gratitude to the grace of God, which is initiated, sustained, and fulfilled by the sanctifying work of the Holy Spirit.

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MORAL GUIDANCE

Moral guidance. As we practice the discipline of regular self-examination and confession, we are primarily guided by the Ten Commandments. Most of the commandments are expressed in a prohibition, ‘you shall not,’ but behind each prohibition, we find a ‘grand positive’ calling us to freedom and new life. Among the many vital and life-affirming truths expressed in the Ten Commandments, we find two of them to be especially relevant for the culture in which we live today:

#5 You shall not kill. This command calls us to eradicate a spirit of anger, resentment, callousness, violence, or bitterness, and instead cultivate a sense of gentleness, kindness, peace, and love; recognize and honor the image of God in every human being from conception to natural death.

#6 You shall not commit adultery. This command calls us to maintain purity in thought and deed, be faithful within the covenant of marriage between a man and a woman as established by God at the creation, or embrace a celibate life as set by Jesus in the new covenant.

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POSITIONS

SUPPORT STAFF
LIFEGUARD
Lifeguard staff ensure the safety and well-being of campers and staff while swimming and boating. They are also responsible for modeling a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship, providing campers/guests with an experience that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Camp McCullough.

Applicants must be 16 years old and have a current Lifeguard certificate.

MAINTENANCE

Maintenance staff are responsible for cleaning areas around the property (bathrooms, cabins, lodges, etc.) and preparing events/activities for campers. They are also responsible for modeling a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship, providing campers/guests with an experience that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Camp McCullough.

Applicants must have completed 9th grade as of Spring 2026.

KITCHEN

Kitchen staff will clean dishes, equipment, and the kitchen area as needed, and will assist the cooks with food preparation to offer high-quality food products and service. They are also responsible for modeling a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship, providing campers with an experience that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Camp McCullough.

Applicants must have completed 9th grade as of Spring 2026 and have a current WA State Food Handler's Card.

OPERATIONS ASSISTANT

Working closely with the leadership, this position helps coordinate the behind the scenes details that make camp life function: ensuring that schedules, logistics, and daily operations all align to support a seamless camp experience for campers, staff, and guest groups. They are also responsible for modeling a genuine lifestyle of Christian discipleship, providing campers with an experience that aligns with the mission, vision, and values of Camp McCullough.

Applicants must have completed 12th grade as of Spring 2026.

PROGRAM STAFF

PROGRAM COORDINATOR

The Program Coordinator is responsible for modeling an authentic Christian lifestyle while guiding both campers and staff through the daily schedule. They ensure programs run smoothly, foster a safe and welcoming environment, and create opportunities for spiritual growth through well-planned activities and experiences at Camp McCullough.

Applicants must have completed 12th grade as of Spring 2026.

COUNSELOR

Counselors are responsible for modeling a genuine Christian lifestyle to campers of a variety of ages, providing campers safety and well-being while befriending campers to nurture spiritual growth through program activities and experiences while at Camp McCullough.

Applicants must have completed 12th grade as of Spring 2026.

CIT (Counselor In Training)

CITs will assist a counselor in attending to campers' needs and will grow as a leader and in their faith. CITs will learn how to care for their campers and be mentored by the counselor they are paired with.

Applicants must have completed 10th grade as of Spring 2026.

What positions are you applying for?

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Lifeguard Maintenance Kitchen Counselor CIT (Counselor In Training) Program Coordinator Operations Assistant

Summer Staff Training is REQUIRED and will be on Saturday, May 31. Are you available that day?

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PLEASE ANSWER THE FOLLOWING QUESTIONS

Please provide thoughtful and intentional responses to the questions in this section.

Your answers will be reviewed carefully and taken into consideration during the application process.

We recommend drafting your responses in a separate document before copying and pasting them into this application form.

Camp is more than a summer job, it’s a ministry and a place where lives are changed. Why do you believe God might be calling you here specifically this summer?

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Camp life means long days, little privacy, and constant demands on your time and energy. What motivates you to serve in that environment, even when it’s exhausting?

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You will be a leader at camp, whether you feel “ready” or not. Describe a time when you had a real impact on someone else (good or bad). What did you learn from that?

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How do you personally integrate your faith into everyday actions, especially in moments of conflict, frustration, or fatigue? Give an example.

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Describe a time when you received feedback you didn’t want to hear. How did you respond, and what changed?

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You notice another staff member treating a staff person in a way that seems unkind. How would you respond to this situation in a Christ centered way?

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How has your relationship with Jesus grown in the past year, and how do you hope serving at Camp McCullough this summer will help you continue in that growth?

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Once you submit this application, please check your email for the next steps! Thank you for applying to work on Summer Staff at Camp McCullough for Summer 2026!

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It's not often in life we get to evaluate our purpose, plan our future, and reflect on the past. As a part of the summer staff at Camp McCullough, you will have the opportunity to grow personally and spiritually. You will be surrounded by young people like yourself who want their life to count for something; to serve as Jesus did. We believe you will come away from your experiences on summer staff at Camp McCullough equipped to make choices for your future, education, and faith journey.

You'll also find yourself refreshed by the kids you've impacted during the summer; kids you helped have the best week of their lives at Camp McCullough!

Yes, it will be hard work, but there is an enormous payoff; changed lives in the name of Jesus.

Please note: Submitting an application does not guarantee a position on staff. All applications are reviewed carefully, and positions are offered based on our staffing needs, applicant qualifications, and availability. Because we receive many applications, we may not be able to follow up with every applicant individually.

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