Events
Rainbow Valley Resource Network
Your help is needed to keep support flowing to the families we serve.
Come join us!
Getting together with other like-minded individuals and families sharing experiences and inspiration is truly a blessing. Throughout the year, RVRN offers a variety of events that provide opportunities to make tangible connections and grow a support network focused on loved ones with special needs.
To get a glimpse of RVRN in action, you are encouraged to visit and subscribe to RVRN’s YouTube Channel. You’ll see members of the RVRN community at events, and hear from participants, volunteers, and stakeholders.
Bible Talk
You are invited to a free online Bible talk!
Last February we approached renowned Bible scholar Barry Huff, Ph.D., to speak at an RVRN presentation this fall. When the nation shut down, we switched plans. Now, we are delighted to make this talk available to a much wider audience, thanks to the online format! It is titled, “Love’s ‘Bow of Promise’: Biblical models of caring for all God’s children.”
Dr. Huff is an associate professor of biblical studies at Principia College. He has given more than 300 Bible talks around the world. Dr. Huff is also co-editor of a new book, Seeking Wisdom’s Depths and Torah’s Heights (Smyth & Helwys, 2020).
In developing this presentation with Dr. Huff, we focused on bringing inspiration and elevation to the subject of caring for loved ones with “special needs”, both for caregivers, and for the wider community offering love and support.
There is no cost to participate. The talk lasts about 45 minutes and is educational as well as entertaining! The video will be posted on the RVRN YouTube Channel and available for viewing between Nov. 1 – 10.
All we ask is that attendees register. You will then be provided a link to the video on Nov. 1, which can be watched at your convenience as many times as you like during the viewing dates. Please note: The video is not to be copied or downloaded.
>>Visit the Events page for more details and to register.
Enjoy RVRN’s Bible talk, and share it with others!
Questions? Please contact us by email or call 314-309-7029.
CedarS Camps
This program provides a fun camp experience for young people who may not otherwise be able to attend camp alongside their peers.
2021 Program Dates: To be Announced
(One or two-week option)
In partnership with CedarS Camps, located in Lebanon, Missouri — RVRN is excited to announce a new adaptive camp experience for youth with special needs. Each camper is to be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
Eligible Youth Participants: 7 years old – Young Adults (20-somethings who may be in school and/or living with their parents)
The Purpose of CedarS Camps is to give each camper an appreciation of spiritual sense and an abundance of wholesome, joyous activity.
What you can expect:
- Each camper will be accompanied by a parent or caregiver and will stay in an air-conditioned bedroom with a private bathroom.
- Camper activities are flexible according to needs, interests and readiness levels. Options include: swimming, gentle horseback riding, arts and crafts, trampoline, nature walks, ropes course and more.
- After bedtime, while a staff member watches your child, parents can gather for resource sharing and fellowship with each other and the additional 30 – 40 adults serving at camp.
As with all RVRN programs, financial assistance is available to cover up to the full cost of tuition and travel.
More details will be posted spring 2021. Stay tuned!
Questions? Contact our Program Manager by email or call 719-966-7876.
100 Elk
A family enrichment program designed just for you!
We are looking forward to planning this program for the 6th season in partnership with the A/U Ranches’ 100 Elk Outdoor Center!
2021 Dates: To be Announced
Based on past in-person programs, this is what you can expect:
- Daily Bible Lesson study
- Camp activities including archery, art classes, high ropes course, horseback riding, guided nature walks, tour of local goat farm, volunteering at the Human Society, and more!
- Inspirational talk
- Parent/caregiver discussions
- Gratitude sharing
All activities are adapted to meet the unique needs of each participant.
As with all of our programs, financial assistance is available for tuition and travel costs, if needed. In many cases we cover the full cost of tuition and travel expenses for families.
More details will be posted in spring 2021. Stay tuned!
Enjoy viewing photos and videos from previous sessions:
>> 2018 Highlight video
>> 2018 Photos
>> 2017 Participant video
Questions? Contact our Program Manager by email or call 719-966-7876.
Family Camp Programs
Camp can be for everyone — including families!
Most agree an outdoor camp experience is very special — new friends, new adventures, new challenges and tons of fun. For the people we support, it’s much more than that. It’s an opportunity to step beyond society’s limiting labels and experience challenging outdoor activities in a loving and supportive environment.
Many camps offer programs during the summer months and holidays, including Memorial Day weekend and Christmas.
As one of our special friends proclaimed after completing a high ropes challenge over 40 feet in the air …
“God was shining a light on me to show me where to step next.”
Rainbow Valley Resource Network (RVRN) provides financial assistance to these dear friends who have chosen Christian Science as a way of life. Your donations help cover tuition and travel for those with special needs, so they can join their families for an unforgettable experience at a camp of their choosing.
- Financial support is available for those friends who need it. Simply complete the online Financial Assistance Application
- If you are interested in volunteering as a Chaperone, please visit our Chaperone Page to learn more.
Questions? Or for more information, please contact us at: 314-309-7029 or admin@rvrnetwork.org.
