Dear Friend and Supporter,
God has done some awesome things at Mt. Gilead this past year. I have had the pleasure of watching this amazing ministry grow on every level in 2015! Although the physical growth in summer camp, off-season rentals and retreats has been awesome, the growth in volunteers, top-notch staff and supporters is where I have truly seen unexpected provisions from God.
Mt. Gilead has now been in operation for over 63 years, and once again we collectively look back at another year in amazement of what God can accomplish through such a small, but life-changing ministry.
I was honored this past January when the Board of Directors asked me if I would accept the position of Executive Director. I was not only honored, but humbled, because I know first-hand the power that a summer at a Christian camp can have on a life. As a youth at the age of 14, I laid in a bunk on my own in the darkness and confessed to God that I needed Him. That night I asked Christ into my heart and never looked back. It was through the love and example of my counselors and the summer camp leadership that I saw a reflection of Christ before ever knowing Christ myself … and I wanted more. I went on to join the staff of that same camp years later. I have experienced the power of camp and the redemption God offers all of us. Serving at Mt. Gilead Camp in 2015 has been an absolute pleasure for both my family and me.
The heart and soul of Mt. Gilead Camp and Conference Center is our summer camp program. Our mission to send out mature Christian women is the reason why we see every camper who attends camp as an honor and privilege to serve and mentor. I believe that the world today is smaller than it has ever been, and expectations have never been greater on the next generation. I know that peer pressure has never been greater on our youth, not only on what to be, but on what to believe.
At our summer camp, we are committed to creating an exceptional environment of discipleship, surrounded by love and encouragement. Programs like our camper in leadership training program (CILT) are a highlight of our core mission and just one of multiple areas that we will continue to grow in the coming year. We are so excited to see what God is going to do in 2016, and we need you to join us!
Regardless of all the growth we have seen in 2015, Mt. Gilead is still projected to run a deficit of $40,000 in 2016 (a $20k reduction from 2015!). This deficit is a combination of annual property taxes, propane heating bills, electricity costs, insurance and other maintenance costs involved in running a camp and retreat location. Since we keep our summer camp tuition as low as possible, the rest of the yearly operating budget is left for us to fundraise. In fact, the income from camp and group rentals is only enough to cover 7 out of the 12 months.
This year, once again, lives were changed at Mt. Gilead. In 2016, you can continue to help us change campers’ lives by participating in this annual appeal by donating securely online, or by check.
In this season of thanksgiving and joy, please consider making the gift to Mt. Gilead Camp. We thank you for your support and invite you to be a part of God’s magnificent story at Mt. Gilead, where the doors are always open and our eyes are always on Him.
In Christ,
Adam Todd
Executive Director
Support Mt. Gilead by donating a minimum of $35 this December and get a 2016 Mt. Gilead Calendar!
… and more summer photos!
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This year’s calendar is full of photos from around summer camp as well as seasonal shots from our beautiful property in the Poconos.
All donations are tax deductible, and every donation, no matter the size, is a big deal to us here at Mt. Gilead!
Make your donation today and receive your 2016 Calendar!
Donations can be made online securely by PayPal or credit card by clicking below:
… Or checks may also be mailed to:
Mt. Gilead Camp
440 Rinker Rd.
Stroudsburg, PA
18360
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Because of you, in 2015 …
Because of your prayer and financial support
Several young ladies committed their lives to Christ this summer, and many others recommitted their lives to Him!
Because of your dedication and giving
54 scholarships were made possible for campers who could not otherwise have afforded a week at camp!
174 volunteer hours were given towards facility maintenance and annual programs!
Your recent support of this ministry is the reason
Mt. Gilead has touched the lives of thousands; parents, children, families and friends. Chances are you know someone who has been impacted by the ministry of Mt. Gilead Camp and Conference.
Please join us as we raise the funds towards our 2016 operating expenses.
Mt. Gilead is in great need of one-time and monthly financial gifts in order to cover our utilities, taxes and maintenance costs for this coming year.
Please Consider Monthly Giving
Please pray and consider investing monthly into the lives of all those who will be touched by the ministry of Mt. Gilead this coming year. By giving monthly in 2016, you will be a vital, on-going part of God’s plan for the future of this dedicated ministry and the individuals who attend our programming.
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