same big god for 80 years

Praise be to God that we are able to recognize 80 years of Camp Luther! These eight decades have been filled with change, growth, hardships, and milestones, and through it all, Christ has remained at the center. Camp Luther was founded in 1946 with 91 acres, three cottages, and one lodge. Over the years, we have expanded our acreage, developed new facilities, and grown in staff, campers, volunteers, and visitors. Countless lives have been impacted and shaped by the ministry here, and we know it is only by God’s grace that we can celebrate the blessing Camp Luther has been and continues to be.

As we enter 2026 and begin our 80th year, we want to take time to commemorate all that Camp Luther has meant to so many. To celebrate this milestone, we’ve formed a planning committee that is organizing events throughout the year to honor and recognize Camp Luther’s legacy. We are excited to invite everyone to be part of this ongoing celebration in 2026, and we hope you’ll join us!

80th Anniversary Celebration
Saturday, June 6, 2026

Thank you to those who came to celebrate our 80 incredible years of Camp Luther!

Camp Luther Sunday
Sunday, January 18, 2026

On January 18th, across the North Wisconsin District various congregations joined together to celebrate God's work through our Camp Luther mission since 1946! Our them is "Unchanging" from Hebrews 13:8, ”Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”

In the links below you will find several resources the churches used in their services to celebrate with us.

Attachments:  

- Collect and Litany

- Hymn "Father, by the Heavens Spacious" and Intro to the Hymn

- Printable Bulletin Insert

- Slide 

A special thanks to Rev. Donald Engebretson for putting together a Collect and Litany available to be used as part of your service. 

A Special thanks to Rev. Michael Penikis for using his gifts to write a special Hymn for this celebration.  Absolutely incredible! 

Special thanks to the Camp Luther 80th Committee for all their work in helping make this celebration a success.  

Special thanks to all of the Churches, Families, Staff, and individuals that have been a part of this incredible Mission.

Thank you heavenly Father for setting aside this place in the Northwoods 80 years ago so that all who are a part of it would be Built up in You for service and witness to the world! 

Please contact 80thanniversary@campluther.com if you have any questions.