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For nearly 50 years Aldersgate Camp & Retreat Center has been a place set apart where people of all ages & a variety of organizations have come to get away from the normal routine of life, experience God, build community with each other and enjoy the beauty of creation. Only an hour from Lexington, Kentucky, we're certain you'll feel at HOME and be transformed at Aldersgate!

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Dave Cohn is Aldersgate’s New Director – Welcome Dave and Laura

Dave Cohn has taken over as Aldersgate's only 2nd Camp Director following Lee Padgett who served as the first Camp Director for 24 years.  Lee followed Art Logue who was the camp's first full time Camp Manager and who served for almost 17 years. Dave and his wife Laura come from Old Fort, North Carolina where Dave has served as director of Camp Grier for the last 8 years.  Dave and Laura have 2 dogs named Blue and Cletus.  They love the out of doors and are … [Read More...]

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Aldersgate Prayer Requests

God continues to bless Aldersgate Camp abundantly, year after year.  It is only through prayer that we are able to continue growing.  This page will update you on what's happening at camp so you can better support this ministry through your prayers.       Please pray for the life changing ministry of Aldersgate.   Pray for financial blessings in 2013. Aldersgate Staff: Please continue to keep the year round staff here at Aldersgate in your prayers.  Pray … [Read More...]

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A word of thanks from Lee

Words can not even begin to express my gratitude for 24 years of memories.  My family and I have been blessed beyond description by all the people of Aldersgate.  Thank You Aldersgate for the opportunity to serve God in such a rewarding way.  Thank you God for the opportunity to serve you in such a wonderful place.  May God continue to bless Aldersgate Camp. … [Read More...]

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Weekend availability

Book a retreat for your group today weekdays or on a weekend! Here are some weekend dates that have space! Call the office for week day space or to book your retreat! Weekend Availability (updated 4/25/13) April 26-28: Youth Discipleship Retreat May 3-5: 3 Cottages, Hill House, 4 Creekside rooms, Lodge, Cabins May 10-12: 3 Cottages, Hill House, 4 Creekside rooms, Lodge, Cabins May 17-19: 2 Creekside rooms May 24-26: Contact the Camp Office SUMMER … [Read More...]

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Pass the Torch Retreat – a Great Success.

The 'Pass the Torch' Retreat was a big success. About 40 persons participated. Core Values of Aldersgate were defined. Traditions of Aldersgate that support those Core Values were named. Dave and Laura had a chance to introduce themselves and share some dreams for the future. Everyone laughed, reminisced and worshiped together. At the end of worship, Lee passed the camp keys to Dave.  It is now in the hands of all Aldersgate Alumni to help with this transition and … [Read More...]

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Youth Discipleship Retreat 2013

Start Date: 4/26/2013 Start Time: 7:30 pm End Date: 4/28/2013 End Time: 11:30 am Youth Discipleship Retreat is a ready made weekend retreat for youth groups.  Whether your group is 2, 22, or 102 persons… we provide: speaker, worship band, activities, food and awesome place – you provide the students for a great retreat!  If you are looking for more community for your group to grow and develop this year – sign up and bring them to YDR. $75/person gets … [Read More...]