Cross Trails Ministry needs the time and talents of volunteers in order to keep Lutheran Camp Chrysalis and Ebert Ranch Camp operating to their full potential. Cross Trails has only 5 full time staff positions, the rest of this ministry is completed by dedicated summer staff, part time help and many, many volunteers. For a list of current project needs see our Adopt a Project List. Contact David at david@crosstrails.org or (830) 257-6340 to set up a project.

Volunteer Application
Time and Talent Sheet
Adopt a Project List

First Wednesdays for Ministry (First Wednesday Flier)
Everyone is welcome to come to Chrysalis on the First Wednesday of any month to volunteer. Come anytime between 9 am and 4 pm. Just call and let us know you are coming so we can have a project waiting for you. Lunch will be provided. Print out a flier and share it with your friends.

Volunteer Retreats
Set up a time to bring a group to Chrysalis or Ebert Ranch and complete a project together. If you can commit to a minimum of 8 hours of work time over the course of the weekend, your retreat cost is very minimal. Skilled and unskilled groups are welcome, and funding is often available through Thrivent. Chrysalis and Ebert Ranch have pre-scheduled work weekends each spring just prior to summer camp. Any individual or group is welcome to come to these events.

Complete a Project at Your Home Congregation
Several projects can be completed at your home congregation. David can help to coordinate materials and pick-up. Funding is often available through Thrivent.

Long Term Volunteers
Long term volunteers can help us to complete major projects or several smaller ones. Volunteers are asked to give a set amount of time in return for housing or RV hook-ups. Because of our responsibility to our guests year round, long term volunteers are asked to complete a volunteer application with permission to conduct a criminal background check. Projects will be matched to your personal skills and abilities. If you are interested in seeing how your talents match up to our needs, please fill out the Time and Talent Sheet.

Summer Volunteers
Volunteers are welcome to give of their time and talents in the summer. Contact the Associate Director of the site you are interested in. Because of our responsibility for our campers, a volunteer application with permission to conduct a criminal background check is required. Beginning in 2006, parents of campers may not volunteer the same week that their children attend. If you are interested in seeing how your talents match up to our needs, please fill out the Time and Talent Sheet.