Camping and Retreat Ministries

Download and show the Camping 2013 video

Click on the link below to see the Camping 2012 video.  You can download the video onto your own computer to show it in your church and Sunday School:

http://www.ourchurchvideos.com/19482/epaumc/videos/104/umc-camps-video-2013

Support the Campership Fund

 

Summer Camp is right around the corner!  Do not miss this opportunity to partner with the children and youth of your community to grow in faith in our beautiful outdoor settings.  All four of our conference camps are gearing up for the summer season and look forward to our many guests!

Sign up now for Summer Camp 2013

Wow!  "On the Way" is the theme for Summer Camp 2013!
Click here to download and print the poster to display in your church...

Camping opportunities for all ages... camp scholarships available at each camp!

Check each camp's website for the list of fun camping opportunties and to register!

Carson Simpson Farm
Gretna Glen
Innabah
Pocono Plateau

Summer Camp 2013 at Pocono Plateau

Get close to God when you enjoy the great outdoors at Pocono Plateau Camp and Retreat Center.  Find out about the exciting camps this summer for children and youth:  www.poconoplateau.org
Camper scholarships are available - please contact the camp for more information!

Summer Camping 2013 at Innabah Camp and Retreat Center

Come out and enjoy the beauty of Camp Innabah, centrally located near Pottstown, West Chester, Exton, and Phoenixville.  Find out what 2013 Summer Camp is all about: www.innabah.org
Please contact the camp to find out about camper scholarships available for children in your church and community!    

Gretna Glen - Summer Camp 2013!

Summer camp for children and youth will be a blast at Gretna Glen!  Find out more: www.gretnaglen.org
Camper scholarships are available - contact the camp for more information.  

Summer Camp 2013 at Carson Simpson Farm

Sign up now for Summer Camp at Carson Simpson Farm near Hatboro, PA: www.csfarm.org. Scholarships available! Contact camp for more information!  

 

“On The Way” at Carson Simpson Farm:  Sometimes the road is curvy and we cannot see what is around the corner. Sometimes we are smooth sailing on the open highway and we unexpectedly get a flat. Whether the trip is easy or filled with unforeseen challenges, it is our journey. The Christian walk is just like a journey and on the way we encounter people, events and circumstances that shape us and mold us into what God wants us to be. If we allow him to take the wheel, we are able to handle with joy whatever is before us on the journey.

Buckle up...here comes summer camp 2013!

NEWSpirit: The Camping Edition 2012

NEWSpirit February 2012

 

What’s cooking for Summer Camp 2012?  S’mores and more… Find out in the February NEWSpirit!

·         See a photo of Bishop Peggy Johnson as she plays a shop-owner of the ancient Holy Land at Carson Simpson Farm’s Summer Camp;

·         Hear how Dr. Christopher Kurien credits camping in part for helping t his daughter, Ann, develop as a disciple and a leader;

·         Read what Rev. Jim Heath says about the “Pathway to Our Future” camping funding initiative;

·         See the smiling faces of young disciples whose lives have been changed by our four wonderful camps!

·         What is the Pathway to Our Future?  Find out in the February NEWSpirit, now online:

http://www.epaumc.org/sites/default/files/PDF/news/NEWSpirit/2012/2012NS-February.pdf

Fall and Winter Retreats at Gretna Glen

Check out this list of upcoming retreats and events at Gretna Glen:

Free Youth Group Nights
November 20th, January 15th, February 19th, March 18th, April 15th
5:30pm-8:00pm
At Gretna Glen we are committed to supporting the ministry that is already active in your church. We have been searching for a way to provide consistent support to the youth programs, and those who lead the programs, in the area churches throughout the year. We have decided to invite you and your youth to Gretna Glen the third Sunday of the month throughout the school year for a fun evening of programming, fun, and food! Best of all, each night will be FREE for all!

Fall and Winter Retreats at Pocono Plateau

Highropes course at Pocono Plateau helped campers explore faith.  This is one of many fun activities at fall and winter retreats at Pocono Plateau.   Read about the upcoming retreats below:

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