What a JOY to be all together again at beautiful Camp Ladore! Lady Camp is the absolute best time as we gather for spiritual refreshment, renewal of friendships, rest and relaxation.
This weekend we are exploring the theme of Joy in the Journey. One of the amazing things about God is that he is the source of joy that transcends our own circumstances. We can be in the deepest valley, the darkest of all circumstances, and still God gives us a joy that lifts us out of the valley and places us on the mountaintop where his light dispels all the darkness.
We are thrilled to have as our special guest our Territorial President of Women’s Ministries, Commissioner Susan Bukiewicz. She exudes joy in her own journey and is perfect for this weekend. Take the opportunities to speak with her and get to know her a bit.
It is my prayer that this weekend will be a mountaintop experience for you so that at the end of the weekend you will have a lasting joy in your own life’s journey.
There truly can be Joy in YOUR journey!
Lt. Colonel Janet Ashcraft Divisional Director of Women’s Ministries
OUR GUEST COMMISSIONER SUSAN BUKIEWICZ
Commissioners Ralph and Susan Bukiewicz were appointed as territorial leaders (Territorial Commander and Territorial President of Womens’ Ministries/Territorial Leader for Officer Development) of the USA Eastern Territory on January 1, 2024.
Before this appointment, they served as:
• National Chief Secretary and National Secretary for Personnel (NHQ),
• Chief Secretary and Territorial Secretary for Womens’ Ministries/Officer Development Secretary for the USA Southern Territory,
• Territorial Secretary for Personnel and Officer Resource & Development Secretary for the USA Central Territory and
• Divisional Leaders in the (former) Metropolitan and the Western Michigan and Northern Indiana divisions.
Commissioner Ralph was commissioned and ordained in June 1980 and Commissioner Susan in 1981.
Commissioners Ralph and Susan travel extensively, having visited 32 countries and ministered on five continents. The Bukiewiczes have two adult children, Jonathan and Jillian, whose families include their four grandchildren, Chloe, Mylo, Roman and Simon.
WEEKEND SCHEDULE
FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2025
6–7:00p Drive Through Registration
7:30p Joy in the Journey, PARC
8:15p Sale
9:30p Snacks, PARC
SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025
7:30a Early Coffee, Carousel
8:30a Breakfast, Carousel
10:00a Doors Open, PARC
10:30a “Live Joy” Combined Bible Study
12:00p Lunch, Carousel
1:30p Free Time (See pg. 3 for Free Time Activities)
5:30p Dinner, Carousel
7:00p “Laugh”, PARC
9:30p Snacks, Lodge: Lodge and Annex only Carousel: Seneca, Ai-Yuk-Pa Cabins
10:00a to 9:30p: Young Women’s Collective area open for young women 14 to 30 years old. Located in Staff Lounge.
SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2025
9:00a Guided Prayer with Corps
10:00a Doors Open, PARC
10:15a “Love”, PARC Worship
12:00p Lunch , Carousel
FREE TIME ACTIVITIES
1p–5:00p Self-Guided Prayer Walk (Booklets included in your registration)
1p–5:00p Sports
• Volleyball, South side by carousel
• Gaga Pit, South side near volleyball
• Cornhole, South side near volleyball
• Peddle Bikes, Lodge
• Mini-Golf, Lodge Patio
• Shuffleboard, Lodge Patio
• Bocce Ball, Lodge Patio
• Pickleball, Lodge Patio
• Pool Table & Ping Pong, Lodge Game Room
1:30p Pontoon Rides, New Carousel Dock Departure Times: 1:30p 2:15p 3:00p 3:45p (last trip)
1:30p Nail Room (Lodge 2nd floor Lounge)
1:30p–2:30p Crafts (pre-sign up at PARC and ticketed)
• Painting (Lodge 2nd floor Carver Boardroom)
• Crochet Klatch (Bring your own project), (Lodge 1st floor Lounge)
• Flower Arrangement (Lodge 1st fl Conference Rm)
• Button Bouquet (Arts & Crafts Pavilion)
• Map Coasters (Oneida Pavilion)
• Fabric Wreath (Health Lodge Lounge)
PROGRAM OUTLINE
FRIDAY, MAY 30, 2025 | 7:30 pm
Leader: Major Susan Wood
Participants meet in Green Room 15 min. prior to meeting
Video
“What is Joy”
Welcome
Major Susan Wood
Praise and Worship “Glorious”
“Joy”
Introduction of Speaker/Prayer
Major Susan Wood
Speaker
Commissioner Susan Bukiewicz
Closing & Instructions
Major Susan Wood
PROGRAM OUTLINE
SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025 | 10:30 am
Leader: Captain Felicia Lyle
Participants meet in Green Room 15 min. prior to meeting
“Live Joy”
Praise & Worship
“Joyful, Joyful. We Adore Thee”
“You turned our Mourning into Dancing
Testimony
Amanda Johnson, Chester Corps
Timbrel Drill, Chambersburg “Hay Libertad”
Reintroduction of Guest/Prayer
Captain Felicia Lyle
“Live Joy”
Combined Bible Study
Commissioner Susan Buckiewicz
Closing Song
Praise and Worship Team
“Joy”
Announcements
Major Felicia Lyle
PROGRAM OUTLINE
SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025 | 10:30 am
Leader: Captain Cristina Lopez
Participants meet in Green Room 15 min. prior to meeting
“Laugh”
Introduction
Captain Cristina Lopez & Jennifer Graham
Table Game: Fun Questions. True or False
Cristina Lopez
Lady Laughs Lt. JoeQuetta Sorrells
Table Game: Fruit Loop Pick Up
Major Sheryl Hershey
Lady Laughs & Bike Race Winner
Lt. JoeQuetta Sorrells
Game 1 with Table Winners: Lollipop or Soap Game
Major Leslie Knaggs
Introduction to Laughing Yoga Video
Laughing Yoga
Major Kevin Zanders
Game 2 with Table Winners: Let’s Make a Deal
Envoy Jennifer Graham
Silly Songs
“The BIBLE”
Ho, Ho, Ho, Hosanna. I’ve Got the Joy of the Lord
Leader: Lt. Brielle Jordan
Devotional
Commissioner Susan Buckiewicz
Balloon Prayer
Closing & Announcement
Major Susan Wood
PROGRAM OUTLINE
SUNDAY, JUNE 1, 2025 | 10:00 a
Leader: Major Tawny Zanders
Participants meet in Green Room 15 min. prior to meeting
Welcome & Opening Prayer
Major Tawny Zanders
Call to Worship
“Joy in the Journey”
Lancaster Citadel & Lancaster Temple
Praise and Worship
“Joy in the House of the Lord”
“I Thank God” “Gratitude”
Testimony
Narcisa Perez, Philadelphia Tabernacle
Offering
Captain Shannon Jones
Special Selection
“But Have Not Love” Women’s Ensemble
Capt. Betty Ellen Barrett
Kellyn Mylechreest
Message
Lt. Colonel Janet Ashcraft
Time of Reflection and Response
Officer Farewells
Thank Yous
Major Susan Wood
Closing Song: “Joy”
Praise and Worship Team
Benediction
Major Susan Wood
ASSIGNMENTS
DHQ OFFICER STAFF
Lt. Colonel Janet Ashcraft
• Friday 10:30a, PARC: Assist as needed
• Host Commissioner Susan Buckiewicz
• Friday Leadership Dinner
4:30p, Lodge Dining Room
• Sunday AM Worship: Preach
Time of Reflection Officer Farewells
Lt. Colonel Larry Ashcraft
• Friday 10:30a, PARC: Assist as needed
• Friday Leadership Dinner
4:30p, Lodge Dining Room
• Friday 7:00–10:00: Drive People mover
• Saturday 9:30p, Lodge Dining Room: Set up & scoop ice cream
Major Tawny Cowen-Zanders
• Friday 10:30a, PARC: Assist as needed
• Friday Leadership Dinner
4:30p, Lodge Dining Room
• Friday 6:30p, PARC: Man Welcome Desk
• Friday 6:30p, Front Desk: Sign ups for Crafts
• Lead Sunday AM meeting
Major Kevin Zanders
• Friday 10:30a, PARC: Assist as needed
• Friday: Drive People Mover
• Saturday PM:
− Lead Laughing Yoga segment
Assist w/teardown and resetup after evening program
Medical Assistance: We have a nurse on-site at the Health Lodge during the day. If you are in need of emergency medical assistance between 10:00pm–8:00am, please see the phone number above.
Social Media: Don’t forget to tag #WMRetreatPENDEL2025 on all your social media posts when referring to our weekend together! This will be a great place to collect and share photos and videos of the weekend.
Activity Signup: The following activity sign-ups will be available at the Welcome Desk in the PARC:
• Craft Sign-ups. First come, first served basis Free Time crafts (cost $5.00 to be paid upon sign up)
Camp Transportation:
• People movers will only be used on the South Side of Camp.
• Hay wagon will transport from North Side to South Side on Saturday, free time only 1:30-5:00p
• No camp transportation will be provided on Sunday morning.
