Creating Space for Discipleship Every Season of the Year

Grindstone Lake Bible Camp is embarking on a new journey to build a multi-purpose, four-season building that will significantly expand the ministry of camp. We invite you to join us as we build a new Discipleship Center! Read on to learn more about this exciting project.
Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”
-Matthew 28:18-20

WHY DISCIPLESHIP?

Discipleship is at the core of what it means to follow Jesus. It goes beyond simply learning about Him or gathering information, it’s about transformation, becoming more like Christ in every area of life and helping others do the same. In Matthew 28, Jesus commands His followers to “Go and make disciples.” This is not just a suggestion but a calling for all followers of Jesus. Grindstone Lake Bible Camp seeks to intentionally fulfill this command and equip individuals within community to live out their faith boldly in their homes, churches, schools, and communities. 

​Discipleship requires time, space, and intentionality. We are seeking to build a new building that will be used for the purpose of making disciples. Through worship, prayer, Bible study, and shared experiences, campers and staff can develop spiritual habits that extend far beyond their time at camp. Join us as we build the Discipleship Center!

Project Details

Grindstone Lake Bible Camp’s property currently sits empty for about nine months each year, and the current housing for our summer staff is in need of significant repair. Constructing this four-season facility will expand GLBC's ministry to reach people with the life-changing Gospel of Jesus Christ all year! The building will provide a much-needed improvement to our summer staff housing and will allow us to serve retreat guests in the non-summer months, creating space for intentional discipleship and spiritual growth in every season. In addition, the ability to host groups all year will create a new source of income to help cover GLBC's current year-round operating expenses.
Project Scope
The new Discipleship Center will be a multi-purpose, four-season building with:
  • Approximately 50 beds in a number of rooms
  • Multi-purpose meeting spaces (including a small dining area/gathering space and a prayer room/lounge meeting area with a lake view)
  • Bathrooms and showers
  • Small kitchen
  • Laundry and storage for housekeeping supplies
In addition, the project will include winterizing Camp's water pump house (which is not currently winterized).
Summer camp Impact
  • Improved housing for summer program staff
  • Added space for summer mission teams and volunteers
  • New staff lounge to be used for staff devotion times and as a space for staff to hang out, bond, and build intentional relationships
  • Improved summer staff laundry facility
  • Improved first-aid area
Year-round Impact
  • Ability for an additional 2,000+ people a year to come to GLBC, hear the Gospel, and be transformed by Jesus!
  • Ability for GLBC to be open year-round
  • Ability to serve rental groups of up to 50 people throughout the winter season
  • Multi-purpose meeting spaces that can be used as breakout spaces or for special events
DISCIPLESHIP CENTER EXTERIOR CONCEPT
*Subject to change!
The Discipleship Center will expand GLBC's ability to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ, cultivate deeper relationships, and create additional space for intentional discipleship!

Project Timeline

PROJECT cOST

The total projected cost of this project is $1,000,000, which is split into four phases. We need to have 75% of funds raised for each phase before we can move forward with it. 

Phase 1: Design (Fully Raised!)

Collaborate with architects to design the Discipleship Center. 

PHASE 1 Projected total cost: $22,000

PHASE 1 FUNDING PROGRESS:
100%

Phase 2: Prepare (In Progress!)

Demolish the old office and first aid buildings, rebuild the well house, and prepare the site for the Discipleship Center.

PHASE 2 Projected total cost: $TBD

PHASE 2 FUNDING PROGRESS:
21%

Phase 3: Build

Construct the Discipleship Center building.

PHASE 3 Projected total cost: $TBD

PHASE 3 FUNDING PROGRESS:
0%

Phase 4: Fill

Fill the Discipleship Center with all the furnishings and equipment necessary for operation.

PHASE 4 Projected total cost: $TBD

PHASE 4 FUNDING PROGRESS:
0%

Get involved

Your support will transform Grindstone Lake Bible Camp into a four-season facility, creating space for discipleship all year round!
This project presents the biggest financial goal in GLBC's history. The projected total cost of the project is $1,000,000. We need people like you who believe in what God is doing at Grindstone Lake Bible Camp to step out in faith and help in the following ways:

Pray

We know that "Unless the Lord builds the house, those who build it labor in vain" (Psalm 127:1). Please join us in praying for all aspects of this project, as well as the future impact this building will have.

Give

Financial partnership is essential to see this project become a reality. Your recurring or one-time gift will have a lasting impact on the future of Grindstone Lake Bible Camp and the Christ-centered ministry that will take place in the coming years. Please give as God leads, above and beyond giving to your local church.

Volunteer

If you are a skilled laborer, would you consider donating your time and effort into the construction of this project? While we intend to hire contractors, we can reduce the total financial cost of the building and stretch ministry dollars with the help of skilled volunteers and at-cost suppliers. 

Share

Tell others about the work that God is doing at Grindstone Lake Bible Camp through this project and invite them to join us!

13222 Grindstone Lake Road
​Sandstone MN, 55072