Dear Pendel Family,
Welcome to Family Camp 2024 at Camp Ladore! There is something very special when Salvationists from so many different walks of life get together. We celebrate the unity of the Spirit who draws us together as part of the body. Our theme, Unity of One, is based upon Ephesians 4:3–6: “Make every effort to keep the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; one Lord, one faith, one baptism; one God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all.”
Throughout the weekend there are many opportunities to live out this biblical call to unity. Be inspired by the Spirit as we celebrate in worship, bible study, and camaraderie. Engage with our guests, Colonels Mirtha and Ricardo Fernandez and Reverend Dr. Marion Platt. They come to us ready to share God’s Word and wanting to have conversations with you.
We hope you have come prayed up and ready to receive all that God has in store for you.
We love you all!
Stay close to Jesus!
Janet & Larry Ashcraft, Lt. Colonels Divisional Leaders
Reverend Dr. Marion Platt
Reverend Dr. Marion Platt is the sixth Executive Director and Pastor of Star Gospel Mission’s 119-year history. A native of Charleston, SC, Marion served two enlistments as a U.S. Army infantryman before embarking on a nineteen-year ministry with The Salvation Army. He has held executive, academic, and pastoral roles in several cities across the South; he earned his doctoral degree from Trevecca Nazarene University (Nashville) and is a sought-after lecturer, evangelist, and revivalist. Marion has been a Rotarian for 19 years, sits on the Board of Directors for Trident United Way, and serves on the Faith-Based Advisory Council of the International African American Museum in Charleston.
Colonels Mirtha & Ricardo Fernandez
Colonels Mirtha & Ricardo Fernandez are world travelers, bringing the message of the truth of the gospel to many other countries, including Argentina, Colombia, Venezuela and Mexico. Commissioned in 1996 as Messengers of the Truth they lived out their session name serving as Corps Officers, Area Coordinators, and Divisional Leaders within the United States and Puerto Rico and Virgin Islands. They also gave leadership in the South America East Territory as Chief Secretary and Territorial Secretary for Women’s Ministries. They concluded their active service in February 2024 as Territorial Leaders in Mexico.
Cadets of the Eastern Pennsylvania & Delaware Division
KEEPERS OF THE COVENANT CLASS OF 2024–2026
Philadelphia Tabernacle
Philadelphia Tabernacle
Reading Temple
Carlos Mota & Yolanda Silvestre Mota
Mario Dino & Raisa Santos
Julio Pacheco
Friday, August 23, 2024
4:00–7:30 p Registration —PARC Entrance
6:30–8:45 p
ONE LOVE Family Festival—Oneida Field
9:00 p Swimming & S’mores—Outdoor Pool
Family Camp Gospel Choir Rehearsal PARC Auditorium
10:00 p Pendel Brass & Friends Rehearsal — PARC Auditorium
11:30 p Curfew
Store Hours
CAMP STORE —Staff Lounge
FRIDAY 9:30–10:30 p
SATURDAY 3:00–5:00 p
LODGE GIFT SHOP
FRIDAY 4:00–6:30 p
SATURDAY 2:00–7:00 p
Saturday, August 24, 2024
7:00 a Early Coffee —Lodge & Carousel Tent
7:45–9:00 a Breakfast—Carousel
9:15–10:45 a Children’s Meetings Locations on page 7
9:30–10:30 a United Gathering: ONE BODY, SPIRIT, HOPE —PARC Auditorium
10:45–11:45 a ONE LORD Bible Studies— Locations on pg 8
FAMILY EXTRAVAGANZA with THE ONE and only Majors Jay & Leslie Knaggs Seneca Amphitheater
TEEN GATHERING —Oneida Arts & Crafts Pavilion
12:00–12:45 p Blue Lanyard Lunch —Carousel
12:45–1:30 p Red Lanyard Lunch —Carousel
1:00–4:00 p Petting Zoo —Across the Creek from the Carousel
Afternoon Free Time Activities Details on page 9
5:00–5:45 p Blue Lanyard Dinner—Carousel
5:45–6:30 p Red Lanyard Dinner—Carousel
6:30–7:00 p Pendel Brass & Friends Rehearsal—PARC
7:15–9:15 p Children’s Meetings Locations on page 7
7:30–9:00 p ONE GOD & FATHER OF ALL Multicultural Celebration—PARC Auditorium
9:00–9:45 p Snacks—Carousel
9:45–11:00 p Karaoke —PARC Breakout 2
9:45–11:00 p Teen Pool Party—South Camp Pool
10:00–11:00 p Late Night Swim —Lodge
11:30 p Curfew
Sunday, August 25, 2024
7:00 a Early Coffee —Lodge & Carousel Tent
7:30–9:00 a Breakfast—Carousel
9:15–10:00 a United Sunday School: ONE CONNECTION PARC Auditorium
10:15–12:15 p Children’s Meetings Locations below
10:30–12:00 p Worship: ONE FAITH and BAPTISM — PARC Auditorium
12:30–1:00 p Blue Lanyard Lunch —Carousel 1:00–1:30 p Red Lanyard Lunch —Carousel Takeout: Pick up lunches at PARC Front Desk
2:00 p Room Checkout and Homeward Bound
CHILDREN’S MEETINGS
SATURDAY 9:15–10:45 a 7:15– 9:15 p SUNDAY 10:15 a–12:15 p
LOCATIONS
Infant (under 1)
With Parent (PARC Cry Room available)
Toddler (1–2) PARC Breakout 1 (Left off foyer)
Preschool (3–5)
Seneca Activity Building
Elementary (6–12) Staff Lounge
Bible Study Locations
ENGLISH
A. Lord of Peace —PARC 3/4
B. Lord of Humility —Health Lodge Tent
C. Lord of Love —PARC 2
D. Lord of Mercy —Carousel Tent
E. Lord of Purity —Gazebo Tent
SPANISH
F. Señor de la Misericordia—PARC Auditorium
G. Señor del Amor—Loading Dock
H. Señor de la Humildad —Office Tent
I. Señor de la Pureza —Office Porch
J. Señor de la Paz—Laundry Tent
CREOLE
K. Senyè Lanmou —Health Lodge Solarium
FAMILIES
L. Family Gathering —Seneca Amphitheater
Rain Location: Oneida Rainy Day Pavilion
TEENS
M. Teen Gathering —Oneida Arts & Crafts Pavilion
Free
Time Activities by Location
HILL
Open Swim—South Pool
LODGE
Swim (Adults Only)
Board Games
Bocce
Miniature Golf
Shuffle Board
Pickle Ball
MOHAWK FIELD
Basketball
Volleyball
SOUTH BEACH
Paddle Boats/Canoes
CAROUSEL
Volleyball
Gaga Pit
CAROUSEL DOCK
Pontoon Boat Rides, Departure times: 2:00, 2:45, 3:30, 4:15 p
ONEIDA FIELD
Gaga Pit
Ropes Challenge Course, 2:00–3:30 p
ACROSS THE CREEK FROM THE CAROUSEL
Petting Zoo (1–4p)
Medical Assistance: We have a nurse on-site at the Health Lodge during the day. Please call 570-284-7050 if you are in need of medical assistance between 10:00 pm and 8:00 am.
Prayer Walk: The beauty at Camp Ladore brings us right into God’s presence as we are surrounded by His creation. Prayer Walk brochures are available at the Lodge and PARC front desk for your use.
Meal Lanyards: A lanyard has been provided for each delegate. Please wear this throughout the weekend. The 3 different colors represent:
Blue & Red: Seating order is listed on the schedule.
Yellow: Fast Pass to Meals/Snacks for leaders and some participants
Social Media: Visit the social media page (inside cover) to stay connected this weekend. Don’t forget to tag #PendelFC2024 on all your social media posts when referring to our weekend together at Family Camp! This will be a great place to collect photos of the weekend. Also, you may text PendelFC2024 to 51555 to receive updated texts throughout the weekend.
Driving: Please note there will be no driving on the service road or to Oneida Field. We encourage you to park your vehicle and eliminate all traffic on camp. People movers and hay wagons will be available to assist during scheduled times. Please abide by the Waymart speed limit of 25 mph and the camp speed limit of 10 mph.
Parking: Please do not park on the grass or in front of housing units. Park only in designated parking spots. Parking for Harvey Lane is located in the parking lot next to the Health Lodge. Parking is also available at the main parking lot by the PARC .
Smoking: Smoking is not permitted in any buildings or any outdoor locations except as signed: Lodge Gazebo, Mohawk Field, PARC Parking Lot Corner, Oneida Field (right side of Bathhouse).
Swimming: Swimming at the Lodge is for adults only. Capacity is limited.
United Gatherings: Make sure to attend all meetings as outlined in the schedule to make the most of this weekend. We are very honored to have our guests here. They have prepared from their hearts what God has directed. Please be in prayer that God will be glorified through all that takes place. PARC Auditorium doors will open ½ hour before the start of the meeting.
People Movers and Hay Wagons will be operating during the weekend on two different routes. The first route will be between the Lodge and PARC with stops at the Annex and Village entrances. The second route will run a loop on the south side of camp from the PARC to the villages. You can change from one loop to the other at the PARC.
NORTH:
• PARC Front Overhang
• South Pool (bottom of hill)
• Cayuga Village Entrance
• Ai-Yuk-Pa Village Entrance
• Lodge Entrance
• Annex 1 Parking Lot
• Mohawk Village Entrance
SOUTH:
• PARC Gazebo
• Oneida Rainy Day Pavilion
• Seneca Activity Building
• Staff Lounge
• Carousel
Children’s Meetings for ages 1–12 are held during United Gatherings. Each child will be issued a wristband at registration. It must be worn throughout the weekend as it is the admission to Children’s Meetings and meals. Locations for Children’s Meetings are located on page 7 of this brief. Children should be signed in 15 minutes prior to the start of the United Gatherings. All children are to be picked up within 15 minutes of the conclusion of each meeting. Thank you to our Youth Department and all Children’s Ministry staff for their love and care of our children.
Offering: We will be receiving an offering during the Sunday morning worship to benefit the Divisional Candidates’ Fund.
Camp Merchandise: Camp wear and miscellaneous Ladore products will be available at the Lodge Gift Store and the Camp Store at the Staff Lounge. Store hours are listed on page 5.
Camp Property: We are extremely grateful to the full-time staff here at Ladore who keep the grounds and buildings so beautiful. Please be good stewards of our camp property while you visit for the weekend.
• Take your trash with you as you leave meetings in the PARC.
• Pick up any trash as you are walking around.
• When you depart make sure you leave your room in good condition. Take the sheets off the bed, but leave them in the room.
Information Desk: The Information Desk at the PARC will be staffed except during meetings and overnight. If you have any questions or concerns, please speak with the person at the desk.
Lost and Found: If you find something that does not belong to you, please turn it in to the Information Desk in the PARC so that we can find the rightful owner. Thank You!
Divisional Soldiers Express Council (DSEC)
In 2020, The USA Eastern Territory organized the Territorial Soldiers Express Council (TSEC) with a representative from each command to:
• help the Eastern Territory move forward with speed, vigor and purpose in order to pursue the mission and territorial vision of The Salvation Army
• facilitate an effective means of dialogue through which soldiers of the territory may express their ideas, concerns and opinions in an accurate, well informed and objective manner to Territorial leadership.
The Divisional Soldiers Express Council (DSEC) seeks to serve the same purpose at the divisional level and provides a means of communication to TSEC.
PENDEL MEMBERS
Tony Calafaty, Chair
Reading Citadel
TSEC Representative for Pendel Division
Cleris Christian
Philadelphia Citadel
Amanda Johnson Chester
Michelle Harris
York Citadel
Deidra Unger Berwick
Washington Acencio
Philadelphia Tabernacle
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1. Ai-Yuk-Pa Village
2. Annex
3. Arts and Crafts
4. Basketball Courts
5. Bath House
6. Blueberry Island
7. Camp Office
8. Carousel
9. Cayuga Field
10. Cayuga Peninsula
11. Cayuga Ropes Course
12. Dam
13. DYS House
14. Farm
15. Gate House
16. Harvey Lane
17. Health Lodge
18. Hilltop
19. Administrator
20. Ladore Lodge
21. Laundry
22. Loft
23. Maintenance
24. Mohawk Field
25. Mohawk Village
26. Nature
27. North Amphitheater
28. North Beach
29. North Playground
30. Oneida Field
31. PARC
32. Pioneer 33. Rainy Day 34. Scott House
35. Seneca Amphitheater
36. Seneca Playground
37. Seneca Village
38. South Beach
39. South Ropes Course
40. Staff Lounge
41. Storage (Dry Storage)
42. Upland Pool
43. Waterfall
UPCOMING EVENTS
SEPTEMBER 20–21, 2024
Corps Cadet Encampment
Lay Leader Enrichment
OCTOBER 4–6, 2024
Men's Camp
Candidate's Seminar
FEBRUARY 22, 2025
Men's Bowling
MARCH 14–16, 2025
Soldier's Summit
APRIL 25–27, 2025
Youth Councils
MAY 3, 2025
Divisional Star Search with Divisional Farewell to Lt. Colonels Janet & Larry Ashcraft
MAY 30–JUNE 1, 2025
Women's Retreat
AUGUST 22–24, 2025
Family Camp with Special Guests: Commissioners Ralph & Susan Bukiewicz
Installation of New Divisional Leaders