The Vista Society

A Ministry with a View

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In the 1940's people of the church looked out from the mountaintops and were inspired by the view of the land. They were people of vision who longed for a place where people of all ages could come together to hear God's Word, discern the Lord's will for their lives, and raise up followers of Jesus Christ. Two separate pieces of land were chosen and dedicated to the fulfilling of this vision. Building began on both sites in the 1950's, which became known respectively as Yolijwa and El Camino Pines.

In 1988 these two Lutheran outdoor ministries came together to form Lutheran Retreats, Camps & Conferences of Southern California (LRCC). The long and faithful traditions of both camps were blended into one. This forging of a new ministry was possible because the mission of both camps had been the same: to share the Gospel of Jesus Christ with people young and old.

In keeping with these places of retreat and the special views they afford, the name given to the organization of generous people who provide leadership and financial support to LRCC is called The Vista Society.


The Vista Society

To assure this vital ministry continues and to gather people who are committed to sharing the Gospel through LRCC, the Board of Directors has established The Vista Society.

Gifts to the Vista Society, as part of the Annual Fund, are used to help keep fees reasonable, to give financial aid to children and families who cannot afford to pay the camp or retreat fees, to provide capital equipment and repairs, and to launch new programs.

Membership in The Vista Society begins with an annual gift of $300 throughout a calendar year. Other membership levels of $500, $1,000 or more are available for those wishing and able to provide greater support. Gifts can be given monthly, quarterly or annually.

You may honor a friend or loved one with an Honorary Membership in The Vista Society. Memorial Memberships are also available.

As a member of the Vista Society you will receive a special memento of membership, receive the Views, (newsletter for members), be listed in the Vista Society’s honor roll, and be invited to the annual get-together for members. Above all, as a member you will have the satisfaction of knowing you are helping strengthen a ministry of spiritual renewal for people of all ages.

To begin your affiliation with this group of leaders, simply download and complete the application and mail it to LRCC.

While there are several levels of membership, whichever category you select makes you part of this very special group of people who are doing so much to reach out with the Gospel to people young and old, during all seasons of the year.


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