Greetings!

It is with great joy that we welcome you to our 2024 Potomac Conference Campmeeting In the Valley! Our theme this year is Moving Beyond The Walls Together. We’re proud to celebrate 100 years of ministry at the Potomac Conference. Join us as we celebrate this fantastic milestone. Our fervent prayer is that God’s abundant blessings overflow for you as you prepare to join us on the beautiful campus of Shenandoah Valley Academy in New Market, Virginia.

Below you will find the speakers for our event. Look forward to many more communications with information concerning children & youth programming, registration for housing and meals, as well as information on all of the other amazing aspects of our Campmeeting In the Valley.

 

Information & Registration

CHILDREN AND YOUTH
The safety of our children and young people is a high priority during our time together at camp meeting.  Parents need to be aware at all times of where children are and what activities they may be involved in. Cooperation is appreciated.

CONCERN FOR OTHERS
Quiet Time:  To ensure the care and concern of others, quiet time will be observed from 10 PM to 7 AM.  This is also the curfew time for children and youth.

Electronic Devices: You are welcome to bring radios, televisions, computers, iPads, etc. Please be mindful of others when using these devices in your dorm rooms so as not to create a disturbance.

DRESS STANDARDS
Modesty in attire is requested at all times for children and adults.

LODGING
Lodging will be available in the dorms. Camping and RV sites will not be available at SVA. There are several, nearby campgrounds including Endless Caverns and Shenandoah Valley Campgrounds.

MEALS
SVA Cafeteria will provide the following meals:

Thursday: Supper
Friday: Breakfast, Lunch & Supper
Sabbath: Breakfast (Tickets available for purchase on Friday)
The cost of meals is as follows: Breakfast-$8.00 per meal; Lunch & Supper $10 per meal. Payment made at the cafeteria at the time of purchase.

Sabbath lunch is at no cost. Light refreshments will be provided after the Sabbath evening meeting.

The New Market Trailblazer Pathfinder Club will be operating a snack shop on Friday, June 21, from 11:00-6:00 in the New Market SDA church fellowship hall (veggie hotdogs, grillers, chicken patties, nachos and cheese, drinks, smoothies, snow cones, snacks, and ice cream bars). Payment options are cash, PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, and Apple Pay. Come enjoy some good food and help the club go to the Camporee in Wyoming in August.

REGISTRATION/INFORMATION
Registration/Information will be available in the Girls Dorm lobby as follows:

Thursday: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Friday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday: 9:00 am – 9:00 pm

Check out: Sunday: 10:00 am

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR HOUSING

 

SAFETY
Speed limit: A speed limit of 10 miles per hour is enforced to ensure safety on the campground/campus.

Bicycles:  Bicycles, skates, scooters, and rollerblades are not permitted on the campground/campus.

First-Aid:  A first-aid station will be available.

Firearms/Weapons/Fireworks: For the safety of all, firearms, weapons, and fireworks are not permitted on the campground

Divine Worship Speaker

Pastor Henry Wright

 

 

 

 

AJ Groschel

Pastor Waynesboro Church

Seminar Title: Your Day In Court

In this study, we’ll explore an overview of the Biblical Theology of Judgment, the realities surrounding the constant tension between two kingdoms, the theodicy dilemma of justice in the face of suffering, and God’s final solution to the cosmic conflict.

 

Part 1&2

 

 

 

 

 

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Reed Richardi

Pastor, New Market Church

Seminar Title: The Book of Daniel and The Dead Sea Scrolls

In this seminar, we will examine how the Dead Sea Scrolls shed light on when the Book of Daniel was written and how Jews during Jesus’s time understood its prophecies.

 

Part 1&2

 

 

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Stephanie Powell

Certified Child Behavior Specialist, Founder of Child Insight

Seminar Title: “Attached and Coming Back”

Unsatisfied with your relationship with God? Stephanie was, too.

Though Stephanie came with a long resume of Adventist lineage, education, and experience, her personal relationship with God still felt so disconnected. She tried everything she’d been taught and spent most waking hours working in His ministry, so why did He so often feel far away and uninteresting? Her realization of this emptiness proved to be the first important step on a journey she now invites you to join.

In these breakouts, we’ll discuss the missing piece of attachment: how it shows up in our earthly relationships and why it is so important to our relationship with God. Stephanie will give actionable tools and Bible study, which point to ways we can find healing and develop a bond with God that will keep us coming back for more.

 

Parts 1&2

 

 

 

 

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Hank Branch

Coordinator, Potomac Conference Prison Ministries

Seminar Title: The Gospel to All

In this seminar, you will learn how to get your church involved in different aspects of Prison ministry. There is something for everyone!

 

 

 

 

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Bob Mitchell

Coordinator, Potomac Conference Adventist Community Services & Disaster Relief

Seminar Title: Introduction to Disaster Preparedness

Learn how you, your family, and your church can be better prepared to deal with local disasters.  This class meets one or more Pathfinder honor requirements.

 

Part 1&2

 

 

 

 

 

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Rodney Osborne

Pastor, Charlottesville & Grottoes Churches

Seminar Title: Preaching Made Practical

Have you ever struggled to prepare and preach an effective, biblical sermon? This two-part seminar will equip you to proclaim God’s word with power and clarity. No matter your level of preaching experience, this seminar is for you!

 

Parts 1&2

 

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Bill Payne

Director, Voice of Prophecy Bible School

Seminar Title: Sabbath School Reimagined

In this seminar, the forgotten purpose of Sabbath school will be rekindled. The five objectives of Small Groups will be introduced. Attendees will be able to synthesize the objectives of Sabbath school and small group ministry to create a Sabbath school lifestyle, not only on Sabbath mornings but throughout the week. We are told that “Sabbath school can enlarge the church.” Come, let’s make Sabbath school dynamic again.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Charles A. Tapp

President, Potomac Conference

Seminar Title: When All You Can Do Is Pray: Studies on the Purpose and Power of Prayer

Prayer is often the last thing we turn to in our lives instead of being the daily, life-giving communication with God that it was meant to be. Find out the true purpose of prayer in your life and untap the power that will help you and your family realize the fullness of God’s love and peace.

 

Part 1&2

 

 

 

 

 

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Will Smith

Founder/Author, Lifting as We Climb

Seminar Title: How to Give an Effective Bible Study

Students will learn some mistakes people make when giving a Bible Study and some practical skills for providing a compelling Bible study

 

Part 1&2

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Dale Borchers

Office & Treasury Asst., Potomac Conference

Seminar Title: A Call to Action

Giving survivors a voice by raising awareness on the epidemic of domestic violence and abuse within our church community.

 

Parts 1&2

 

 

 

 

 

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Bob Banks

Pastor, Elkton, Luray & Stanley Churches

Seminar Title: Anchored in Jesus

In this seminar, we will study current theological trends that challenge the proclamation of the Everlasting Gospel. Learn to recognize these threats and be established in God’s Word.

 

Parts 1&2

 

 

 

 

 

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Thursday evening:

AJ Groschel – 7:00 PM at the New Market Church

Friday evening:

Jose Vazquez – 7:00 PM at SVA gym

Saturday:

Sabbath School – 9:30 AM in the gym

Church Service – 11:15 AM Henry Wright in the gym

Music – 4:00 PM in the gym

Charles Tapp – 5:00 PM in the gym.

Session One:  Friday, Morning June 21, (10:00 am – 10:55 am)

 

Session Two:  Friday, Morning June 21, (11:00 am – 11:55 am)

Session Three:  Friday, Afternoon June 21, (1:30 pm – 2:25 pm)

Session Four:  Friday, Afternoon June 21, (2:30 pm – 3:25 pm)