the ebenezer -- Check out 1 Samuel 7:12 -- "Samuel took out a large stone and placed it between the two towns of Mizpah and Jeshanah. He named it Ebenezer (which means 'the stone of help'), for he said, 'Up to this point the Lord has helped us." Spiritually and theologically speaking, an Ebenezer is anything that reminds us of God's presence and help - in Samuel's case, it was a rock that reminded him of how the Lord helped him. In our case, it is a weekly newsletter designed for campers to remind them of the presence of God in their lives and at Camp Allegheny.
Check out "the ebenezer" online at Camp Allegheny's Faceboook Page or send an email to emily@campallegheny.org to be added to the email list!
Experience the BEST Week of Your Summer -- Experience a camp where faith is lived out, not just talked about! With so many activities that will create unforgettable experiences, it's almost impossible not to have the time of your life while at Camp Allegheny. Take part in swimming, climbing, singing, worship, canoeing, crafts, campfires, and much more! Try one of our many adventure camps and learn to climb or rappel. Have fun with our H2O camps and get wet and wild. Learn to love horses or ponies and improve your riding skills in the Camp Allegheny Christian Wrangler Program. Experience Christ, Creation, and Community while having the best time of your life, only at Camp Allegheny! Register today to guarantee your spot in one of our exciting summer camp programs! Check out the Summer 2011 Schedule and sign up today!
Special Note -- 2010 Campers -- Check out the photo above on the Camp Allegheny Facebook Page -- Tag yourself or leave a comment!
Think Summer -- Apply Online Today for a Summer Staff Position -- Camp Allegheny is currently seeking top-caliber, college-age students who are flexible team players and passionate about Christ and Christian camping. Working at Camp Allegheny is more than just a summer job, it is an opportunity to make a difference! Applications are now being accepted for resident counselors, wranglers, lifeguards, food service workers, maintenance and office/store assistants, volunteer counselors, and volunteer nurses.
Make a difference this summer! Apply online today at www.campallegheny.org/jobs.
1 Peter 4:10 -- "God has given each of you a gift from his great variety of spiritual gifts. Use them well to serve one another."
The long-awaited NEW Camp Allegheny website is almost here! -- By April 1st-- hopefully, fingers cross...and crossed again -- we plan to have the new site up and running! Check out our social media sites -- facebook and twitter -- for updates on the status of the new Camp Allegheny site and when to expect the official launch date. The new site will be much easier to navigate than our current site and significantly easier to update on our end -- meaning...we'll be able to stay in better contact with YOU!
Retreat to Camp Allegheny -- That's right...retreat from your busy lives to Camp Allegheny and enjoy spring in the beautiful Laurel Highlands mountains! This spring season Camp Allegheny has been blessed to welcomed thirteen brand-new retreat groups! There is still time to join us this spring, or consider booking your fall retreat in advance! For more information, please call (814) 754-4336 or email info@campallegheny.org.
"We use facilities in many places for our retreats. We have used other private facilities. THIS IS THE FINEST EXPERIENCE WE HAVE HAD TO DATE! I have leaders and students alike asking about coming back. I would write tens next to the sevens [on the evaluation form's scale of 1-7] and circle them if I could!" - Catonsville UMC, Catonsville MD; February 2010
Mark Your Calendars --
April 30, 2011 -- Annual Work Day -- For years Camp Allegheny has been blessed to have volunteers from churches around the conference volunteer their time to build, repair, clean, and otherwise help maintain our grounds and facilities. Sewing and spring cleaning projects are available too! If your church, youth group, men's, or women's group would like to come out and be a part of our Annual Work Day, please call (814) 754-4336 or email info@campallegheny.org. If you love Camp Allegheny and want to give something back, this could be the perfect opportunity!
May 1, 2011 -- Booster Dinner -- The Booster Dinner is a great opportunity to hear what is going on at Camp Allegheny and to support the camp financially! Like any booster dinner, ours in a fund-raising event and donations will be collected! Contact Camp Allegheny at (814) 754-4336 or email info@campallegheny.org for more information and to register for this event!
May 22, 2011 -- Open House -- Camp Allegheny's Open House is a great opportunity to come out and see what Camp Allegheny is all about! Come learn about archery, ride a horse or pony, play mini-golf and Frisbee-golf, climb on our indoor climbing wall (some age limitations apply) and more! The best part is, it's completely free! Contact Camp Allegheny at (814) 754-4336 or email info@campallegheny.org for more information!
"Never lag in zeal and in earnest endeavor; be aglow and burning with the Spirit, serving the Lord." -- Romans 12:11
In the body of Christ, just like in a jigsaw puzzle, every piece counts. If you are not using your gifts and abilities to do what God has called you to do, you may be the missing piece!
There are many reasons we may fail to do our part. Sometimes we know God is calling us to do a particular task, but we are fearful. We don't feel qualified. Sometimes we get so caught up in busyness doing other things that our service in the body becomes a low priority. Other times we may be asked to do something that we don't want to do. The reasons are many, but the result is the same: we leave a hole in the puzzle.
If we don't do what God has prepared us for and is calling us to do because of fear, our focus is on ourselves instead of on God. We can do all things through Christ (Philippians 4:13)! If we step out in faith, doing what we know He wants us to do, 
He will make it possible.
If we get caught up in a whirlwind of activities and too busy to follow God's leading, we are too busy. Today's scripture urges us not to lack in zeal, to be aglow with the Spirit, serving the Lord!
If you know you are a missing piece in the puzzle, it may be time to have a look at the reason and to ask God to help you get back on track.
(This spiritual teaching was provided for Camp Allegheny's use by Living Free Every Day Devotions -- LivingFree.org)