2026 Teen Summer Camp Info
Session Theme
In the Image: Pursuing our Identity in Jesus Christ
Talks and discussions will center around who we are created to be and ways that we are formed by the life of the Church and the life of the world, with reference to the life “of the Spirit” and “of the flesh” as described by St. Paul. We will celebrate morning prayer and Vespers daily, and will discuss the Scripture Readings and Saints’ lives for each day, culminate in a Divine Liturgy on the feast of St. Luke the Surgeon.
Dates
Monday, June 8th – Saturday, June 13th, 2026
Location
Camp Copass located at 8200 East McKinney Street Denton, Texas 76208
For Summer 2026 session St. Jonah Camp group will be staying in Joy cabin and Faith cabin.
Campers Ages
Youths of 11 – 18 years old are welcome to join the camp. Please note, that all campers will be held to the same behavioral standard regardless of age. If you will be 18 by the first day of the camp you can join us as a CIT (Counselor-in-training), but you can remain a camper as well. Please see Camp Participants Registration page for details.
Activities
- Orthodox learning and praying: morning and evening prayers with Gospel reading, Law of God sessions with priests), Liturgy;
- Outdoor activities: pool, rope course, canoes/paddleboats, playground, campfires;
- Sports: mini golf, basketball/volleyball (pavilion), human foosball, frisbee disc golf, tetherball, gaga ball, sand volleyball, football/soccer/softball field, nine- square-in-the-air
- Indoor activities: games, craft projects, movie night.
- Camp favorites: campfire picnic, talent show and cooking contest!
Camp Registration Fee
Regular Registration Fee
— For NON-ROCOR Parishes
We strive to make our camp program accessible to families by offering a great summer experience at a competitive price. The standard registration rate (which is still a subsidized rate thanks to our sponsors) applies to campers who are not affiliated with the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia (ROCOR). Because ROCOR parishes contribute significant annual donations to support the camp’s operations, they are able to secure a subsidized, lower rate for their members.
For families from other parishes experiencing financial hardship, we encourage you to first contact your priest regarding a local scholarship. If assistance is unavailable through your parish, you may apply for a scholarship here on our website.
Even if you do not belong to a parish, we welcome anyone interested in Orthodoxy to join us! If the registration fee is a barrier, please reach out via our scholarship application and tell us more about your situation.
$550
Subsidized Registration Fee
— For ROCOR Parishes
Our goal is to provide a wonderful summer experience of an Orthodox Christian camp for every family at an affordable price. We offer a discounted rate to ROCOR (Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia) members because their parishes provide vital annual support—similar to a membership fee—that helps sustain our program.
We want to ensure every child can attend. If the $350 subsidized rate is a challenge for your family, please reach out to your priest to discuss an individual scholarship. If support is not available at the parish level, you are encouraged to submit an application through this website.
Please contact us with any questions at info@stjonahcamp.org!
$350
Camp Registration Specials (May 12-17, 2026)
Scholarships
Please apply for scholarships as early as possible! Due to our very limited scholarship fund, early applications have the best chance of being approved.