Pocono Plateau Day Camp gets sisters choosing kindness by Rev. Carmen O’Shea A parent reached out with the quote below. She tried a different camp closer to their home last year and came back to Pocono Plateau this summer because …
Latino Camp 2026: A Week of Faith, Friendship, and New Possibilities
This summer, 73 children and youth from the Eastern Pennsylvania (EPA) and Greater New Jersey (GNJ) Conferences participated in Latino Camp 2026, hosted at Gretna Glen Camp and Retreat Center in Lebanon, PA. This year’s Latino Camp was a joyful …
Chester County Health Department seeks United Methodists’ help amid measles outbreaks
Cases of measles, a highly contagious disease that can have serious, even deadly effects, are on the rise in Pennsylvania and nationwide. The Chester County Health Department is seeking help from United Methodist churches. The call for help aligns with …
FundRAISE the Roof: How one pastor’s rooftop campout raised funds and spirits
On Sunday, May 3, Rev. Johnson Dodla climbed a ladder to the roof of Mount Hope UMC. But he wasn’t assessing water damage or chasing after a rogue dodgeball. He was embarking on an overnight camp out — the culminating …
Volunteers needed this summer at Innabah, Gretna Glen & Pocono Plateau! The Camp & Retreat Centers of Eastern Pennsylvania
Summer camp is here and we are looking for some help. Volunteers play a vital role in creating a welcoming, safe, and faith-filled experience for our campers. Whether you can help for a day, several days, or an entire week, …
Clothing the Community: Introducing Linnett’s Lending Closet
Sanctuary UMC of North Wales, PA is excited to announce the launch of our newest compassion ministry: Linnett’s Lending Closet. Inspired by our former Pastor Lorraine Foster’s mother, this emergency clothing ministry is designed to get apparel into the hands of …
God’s Blessings at Effort UMC: Celebrating new members through baptism and profession of faith
May all praise and glory be to God, for the ways he is working in the hearts and minds of God’s people at Effort United Methodist Church on the North District. This year, on Easter Sunday, the church was blessed to …
Filipino pastors reflect on relationship between faith and compassion
As we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, many Filipino Americans are reflecting on how faith, culture, and community continue to sustain joy and hope in difficult times. For us Filipino Christians, hope is deeply rooted in trust …
Pathways Bridges inspires congregations to move “from the table to the streets”
Across communities, congregations participating in Pathways Bridges are reimagining what it means to be the church, shifting from inward-focused ministry to meaningful community engagement. For many, Bridges has become more than a series of workshops. It is a community bonded …
Exciting news from Camp & Retreat Ministries: an inspired summer awaits
This year, our Camp & Retreat Ministries directors formed a task force to create a brand new curriculum for our overnight summer camp programs at Gretna Glen, Innabah, and Pocono Plateau. Throughout the winter months, a dedicated team of staff …