Every so often, a group of us gather around a table—not in pews, not in a sanctuary, not with hymnals in hand—but with decks of Magic: The Gathering cards. There are snacks, friendly competition, inside jokes, and long conversations that stretch far beyond the game...
Friends, Fall is my favorite time of year. The weather cools, leaves start turning, and the start of a new academic year is full of exciting opportunities. Fall 2025 is off to a great start. Thanks to free prayer, numerous outreach initiatives, Bible studies, and...
Callings, Anointings, and Spirit-fillings — the most accurate way to describe The Gathering at Camp Peniel! On August 9th & 10th, the Northeast Region once again hosted a Jesus-filled weekend at Camp Peniel in Meyersdale, PA, with over 200 in attendance from 26...
High school students from the Berlin Brethren Church (Berlin, PA) ventured on a mission trip to serve in Esquipulas, Nicaragua for a week through Praying Pelican Missions. The team of 16 went with the goals of distributing food to impoverished areas of town, helping...
Titus 3:4-7 says, “But when the kindness and love of God our Savior appeared, He saved us, not because of righteous things we had done, but because of His mercy. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom He poured out on us...
At Vinco Brethren Church (Mineral Point, PA), we believe ministry happens when we listen to the people in our congregation—especially the youngest among us. That belief sparked the creation of a new youth ministry gathering called Proverbs & Pokémon , which has become...
I Choose the Jesus Way Camp Peniel in Meyersdale, PA, was filled with Jesus' love the weekend of August 9th – 11th as the beautiful camp was once again the host site of the Northeast Region Church Leaders Retreat & The Gathering. The weekend began with the 2024...
On April 20th, over 25 pastors, leaders, and families journeyed through the picturesque countryside of Bedford County, Pennsylvania, to spend a day of shared experiences, fellowship, prayer, and worship at Raystown Brethren Church. This event marked the Northeast...
After years of attending summer camp at Camp Peniel, I returned as a counselor. Then I served as a member of the Board, and finally as a director for junior camp (ages 10-13). Because I know the reason I graduated high school with a heart for God was due to my...
Earlier this month, the Northeast Region came together again for “The Gathering,” the annual North East regional gathering event at Camp Peniel. This year's event was inspiring as more and more people are drawn to the weekend's fun and fellowship. Everything kicked...