When Maya first arrived at Aldersgate, she didn’t think of herself as creative. Art felt intimidating, and she was convinced she “wasn’t good at it.” She avoided paintbrushes and blank pages because she was afraid of messing up. She wanted to belong, to try new things, and to feel proud of something she made, but creativity felt out of reach. Without a supportive environment, patient mentors, and a culture that celebrates trying rather than perfection, Maya might never have d

The 1970s were a turning point for Aldersgate. At the start of the decade, the camp was in “dire shape,” and even faced the possibility...

This summer's theme of Micah 6:8 has not only made me reflect upon my past, but also my future as a K-12 music teacher and how justice,...

In the Bible verse Micah 6:8, we are instructed to do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly with God. At first, it may seem simple, after...

Each summer at Aldersgate feels like sacred ground, set apart for joy, growth, and transformation. This year, even as camper numbers...

This summer, we have focused on the Lord’s Prayer and its application to our campers' lives. Reflect on the line, “Thy will be done, on...

This summer, we have focused on the Lord’s Prayer and its application to our campers' lives. Reflect on the line, “Thy will be done, on...

This summer, we have focused on the Lord’s Prayer and its application to our campers' lives. Reflect on the line, “Thy will be done, on...

As the echoes of summer begin to fade, I find myself reflecting on the incredible season we've had at Aldersgate Camp and Retreat Center....