Our Purpose & Mission

The purpose and mission of the NW Association of Christian Churches is to foster a closer relationship between the Christian churches of this area and to plan and coordinate a comprehensive and effective camping ministry to extend the kingdom of God.

​The specific objectives and purpose of this organization shall be: to meet in joy, worship our Lord in depth, to learn the way and will of God as found in the Holy Bible, find channels of service and have an innovative recreation program.

Values

Safety

We want all guests of Cove Christian Camp to experience a safe camping experience. We will strive to maintain our grounds and facilities in a safe manner at all times.

Love

The Greatest Commandment: Love one another. It is our desire that every guest at Cove Christian Camp would witness the love of Jesus through our care, compassion and provision during their stay.

Fun

The camping experience should include a healthy dose of fun! We aim to provide the type of recreation and activities that will make our guests smile, enjoy each other's company and remind them of the Lord's goodness.

Truth

The Bible is the infallible, authoritative word of God and we will seek to communicate its truth in our actions and our words.

Who We Are

Membership in the Association is open to all Christian churches in Oregon, Washington and Idaho that adhere to the Association's Statement of Faith.

There are currently 15 member churches of the Association:

​Athena Christian Church

Elgin Christian Church

Enterprise Christian Church

First Christian Church of Dayton, WA

First Christian Church of Hermiston, OR

First Christian Church of John Day, OR

First Christian Church of La Grande, OR

First Christian Church of Milton-Freewater, OR

First Christian Church of Ontario, OR

First Christian Church of Payette, ID

First Christian Church of Pendleton, OR

Heppner Christian Church

Imbler Christian Church

Sunrise Christian Church - Ontario, OR

Wallowa Christian Church

Statement of Faith

1. We believe in and worship the triune God of the Bible; God the Father, Jesus the Son, and the Holy Spirit. We worship Him alone and none other. We believe God to be our Creator, Infallible, Omniscient, Almighty and most Holy.

​2. We believe His Word, the Bible - and only the Bible - tells us how to live righteously before our Holy God by following the teaching of His Son, our LORD Jesus Christ, and led in our conduct by the Holy Spirit.

​3. As Christians we are committed to maintaining this property, which is owned by multiple Christian churches, in a Biblical manner, honoring God.

​4. On these grounds we strive to maintain Biblical purity, honesty, integrity and promote the righteousness of God, as defined in the Bible, in the use of this camp.

For a detailed version of our Statement of Faith that includes scriptural references supporting each principal statement, please click the download button below:

Board of Directors

The Board of Directors currently has 10 members representing the membership:

​Officers

​President - Bud Duncan

Vice President - Rick Denis

Treasurer - Linnea Denis

Secretary - Cindie Crumley

Trustees

Stephanie Bare

Kari Baybado

Ray DeLoe

Clarice Duncan

Norman Pratt

Aidee Setser