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UPDATE: Camporee to Finish Nighttime Programs on Friday Evening

Statement from the International Pathfinder Camporee Leadership team:

Because the safety of all those gathered at the International Pathfinder Camporee is of utmost importance, the camporee leadership, in collaboration with North American Division union, division and international leadership, has reluctantly decided to finish the evening main stage nighttime program one day early, on Friday, August 9.

Severe thunderstorms, strong winds and hail are predicted for Sabbath late afternoon and evening. Every effort is being made to keep Pathfinders safe during the next few days.

Columbia Union Drill and Drum Corps Teams Stick to the Beat

Allegheny East Conference's Metropolitan Metrolites Drum Corps prepare to showcase their talents.

Story by Ricardo Bacchus

On a black top, roughly 100 feet by 100 feet, 32 Columbia Union Conference drill and drum corps teams lined up on the International Pathfinder camporee campgrounds in Gillette, Wy. A packed audience, comprised of friends, family members, fellow club and church members, waited in anticipation, not wanting to miss a beat or step.

But the onlooking crowd would have to wait a few minutes longer.

Columbia Union Pathfinders Clean Up Following Tuesday's Storm

Chesapeake Conference's New Hope Nighthawks "dumpster toss" following the thunderstorm.

Story by Visitor Staff

Morning activities at the ‘Believe the Promise’ International Pathfinder Camporee in Gillette, Wy., were canceled Wednesday to allow clubs to clean up following last night’s thunderstorm that canceled the evening meeting. 

Where to Watch a Livestream of Believe the Promise International Camporee

Want to watch a livestream of "Believe the Promise" International Camporee in Gillette, Wyoming? Nightly meetings will be shown, starting August 6, at around 6 MDT (9:45 EDT). WATCH HERE.

 

"Believe the Promise" International 2024 Camporee takes place in in Gillette, Wyoming, August 5-11. What do you need to know about the event?

Can I Attend if I Haven't Purchased a Ticket?
All people entering the campgrounds must have a ticket. Find more information about the purchasing process here.

Adventist HealthCare is Topping the Charts in Trustiness

Story by Adventist HealthCare

Adventist HealthCare has been named one of Newsweek’s Most Trustworthy Companies in America for 2024 – one of only 10 hospitals and healthcare systems in the U.S. to receive this prestigious recognition!

The honor was announced this spring after an analysis by Newsweek and Statista Inc., the world-leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider. The rankings are based in part on independent surveys and social listening research that examines the trust levels that companies have with their employees, customers and communities.

Art Inspired by Life: The Healing Hands of ICU

Story by Catherine Morris

Passersby in the ICU at Kettering Health’s Soin Medical Center may notice artwork hanging on the wall. A painting of a colorful tree that is—at a closer look—made of something unique: medication bottlecaps.

A small plaque at the bottom notes that the art is called “The Healing Hands of ICU.” What many may not realize is the art was created by someone in that same unit: Molly Brodess, charge nurse leader.

A Journey to ICU

A hospital stay at a young age motivated Molly to find a career where she could help others heal. She started as a nursing assistant in 2012, then worked her way to becoming a nurse.

Worship Ministry Class: Changing Lives

Worship Ministry Class students and teacher Monica Biaggi (far right) minister to Shenandoah Valley Academy neighbors.

Story by Monica Biaggi

Students from Shenandoah Valley Academy’s (SVA) Worship Ministry class are learning more about how to worship God, resulting in a deeper relationship with Him.