Ingham and Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camps have a history rich in the love of Christ and the passion to share that love with others. The camps are an outdoor ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, whose mission is….To boldly proclaim the love of Christ by offering programs and encouraging relationships that nurture the faith and enrich the lives of all individuals.

Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp is located on West Lake Okoboji in the Miller’s Bay area, Milford, IA and with the many changes and improvements that have occurred over the years that location can now house over 300 guests nightly.

A working relationship between Ingham Lake Bible Camp and Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp was created in 1983-84 and the Article of Incorporation joining the two camps into one occurred during that time period. Both camps are owned and supported by congregations in the Midwest and are additionally blessed by the financial gifts of many caring individuals and groups that wish to support the ministry.

Summer camp for people of all ages; Spring and Fall Recharge Weekends; Youth Ministry support programs for local congregations; Day Camps and Traveling Teams are just a few of the dynamic programs which make Ingham and Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camps valued resources to the congregations they serve and the people of Iowa and surrounding states. Summer camp activities may include swimming, canoeing, games, hiking, camping, fishing, worship, campfire, Bible study, prayer, skits and dramas, great food, and lots of fun with other people.

The Camps mission statement-To know Jesus Christ and make Christ known to all-keeps Christ as the focus in all that we do. Each camp is able to offer unique opportunities of worship, relationships, and the nurturing of faith. Each year thousands of individuals and families depend on this ministry to provide fresh opportunities for them to grow in their Faith.

Since 1982, the Lutheran Summer Music Academy & Festival (LSM) has been the pinnacle program of Lutheran Music Program. We bring together 150+ young people from throughout the United States for four weeks of rigorous musical study and performance in a supportive community. We welcome qualified band, orchestra, choir, piano and organ students completing grades 8-12 from all faith backgrounds to join us.

WHO: 150+ band, orchestra, choir, piano and organ students completing grades 8-12 from the U.S. and abroad; 36 faculty artists from the best college music departments and professional ensembles; a team of dedicated counselors and staff.

WHAT: A four-week residential training and performance program rooted in a supportive, intentional community that is committed to your personal and musical success.

WHERE: Luther College, Decorah, Iowa. Luther College is located just three hours south of the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport in beautiful northeastern Iowa.

WHEN: June 23 to July 21, 2013

WHY: If you're a young musician who loves music and is looking for an intense but fun way to spend your summer, LSM is for you. You'll make some of the best friends of your life while improving your music skills, exploring your faith and learning about the rich musical heritage of the Lutheran church.