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The Christmas Cookie Caper

Bill Schmeling has done it again! For the third year in a row he has written an original play for Camp Allegheny's Dinner Theater. This event has proven to be an excellent evening for everyone involved. Participants will enjoy an absolutely delectable meal followed by some caroling as a group and then a great, original production with Camp Allegheny at center stage!

Two years ago we were entertained as Andy and Annie remembered their days as campers, and then last year were witness to the real power of Camp Allegheny's ministry as they helped a young man and his father be reconciled to God. This year we will be entertained by "The Christmas Cookie Caper," which will add Mitch the Mail Man's antics to Andy and Annie's Christmas celebrations! The musical promises to include both some original music and some old and new camp favorites!

So come join us for a great evening of food, fun, and fellowship at Camp Allegheny's third annual Dinner Theater. Click here for more details and to register.

Worship and Fun Meet on the Mountain

Mountain Praise was excellent this year! Over 100 people participated in an afternoon of great activities. The addition of horse and pony rides was a hit, and folks young and old enjoyed climbing, archery, mini golf and more. The evening was capped with the youth, who were from all over the Pittsburgh, Johnstown, and Somerset areas, coming together to lift up the name of Jesus in worship. Kevin Milliken, with the help of his brother, Andrew, did a great job of leading worship. He brought a timely message focused on Third Day's "Love Song" and reminding us that, through it all, God loves us.

More than a Summer Job

Camp changes lives. If you are receiving this email, chances are you are already well aware of this fact. Being a part of the summer staff at Camp Allegheny is an opportunity that young adults get to impact the Kingdom in awesome and powerful ways. It is also an opportunity that is scarce once a young person has graduated college and committed him/ her self to a career. Summer staff change lives. Not only are the summer staff a part of changing other's lives, they also grow in ways they could not imagine! If you or someone you know is a college student with a desire to make a difference this summer, direct them to the jobs section of our website (www.campallegheny.org/jobs/).

Now is the time to apply!

Summer 2010 information is coming soon!

Prime Winter Retreat Space Available

Winter Retreats are a great part of any youth program, and they have been a staple of many for years. We know this is true because January and February are our busiest months of the retreat season. Camp Allegheny has lodges available February 19-21. This is prime retreat time and is highly sought after lodge space! It is our last weekend available in the month of February, so call now to book your winter retetreat at Camp Allegheny!

Good Eatin' - because man can't live on bread alone!

”The man who had received the five talents brought the other five. 'Master,' he said, 'you entrusted me with five talents. See, I have gained five more.'  "His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Come and share your master's happiness!'”   Matthew 25:20-21 (NIV)

This is one amazing story!  In God's infinite love and mercy, He entrusts to each of us talents and gifts to use for His glory and honor.  This same love and mercy is also given to your teen.  That is an exciting and humbling feeling all wrapped into one.  God is looking for those who are faithful to the gifts and talents He has given out.  Your job as parents is to help your teen use their talents, stay true to its requirements, and reflect Christ while using them.  One way this can be done is through encouragement and living your faithfulness in front of your teen.  The greatest accomplishment in any parent's life would be to ultimately hear our Master say about their [child], "Well done, good and faithful servant!"

(This scripture lesson was provided for Camp Allegheny's use by The Parent Link.)