New River District of the Holston Conference (UMC)

02/10/2026

Join us as we Kick Off the Lenten Season with our Ash Wednesday Service. This Service reminds us of our mortality, allows us to examine our lives and remove things that distract us from God, and to prepare our hearts for the Easter Season. Join us for this meaningful service. Everyone is Invited!

02/10/2026

Join us for our Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper and BINGO. This is always a great night of Fun, Food, and Fellowship as we prepare our hearts for the Lenten Season. Everyone is Invited!

02/10/2026

In 2025, UMCOR responded to 115 humanitarian crises around the world. 🌎

These responses were strengthened by gifts to the UMCOR Sunday offering, which covers our administrative costs and ensures that 100% of donations throughout the year go directly to those in need through our humanitarian relief and recovery efforts.

This year, UMCOR Sunday is on March 15, 2026. Give generously here: donate.gcfa.org/umcor

Explore resources designed to help your church celebrate UMCOR Sunday, including various sizes of this impact graphic: https://www.resourceumc.org/en/umc-resources/umcgiving/special-sundays/umcor-sunday-pastor-and-leader-kit

02/10/2026

Many may have sung "Pass It On" around a campfire or at youth meetings.

Kurt Kaiser composed the song (no. 572 in the United Methodist Hymnal) as a closing number for a youth musical called "Tell It Like It Is." It reflects on the idea that God can take something little and use it for vast impact, as well as how inspiring God's love can be. Get more details about the song through the link to Discipleship Ministries below.

💭 Have you witnessed an instance when God used something little to make a big impact?

https://www.umcdiscipleship.org/resources/history-of-hymns-pass-it-on

02/10/2026

At Camp Dickenson, we create a welcoming and supportive environment for every camper. If your camper is neurodivergent or has sensory, social, or communication needs, we want to learn how best to support them during their time at camp. ⁠
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During registration, you can share information that will help us ensure your camper has a great experience, such as preferred routines, accommodations, or strategies that work well for them. ⁠
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We have a Family Camp that's perfect for families with neurodivergent children or family members with intellectual disabilities.

We also have a Celebration Camp that is designed specifically for youth and adults who are neurodivergent or have intellectual disabilities. This camp offers both overnight and day camp options.⁠⁠
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You can email dickenson@holston.org or call 276-744-7241 to discuss your camper's needs.⁠ Camp Dickenson can accommodate most conditions if we know about them in advance.⁠
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We would love to have your camper with us! Register at campdickenson.campbrainregistration.com

02/09/2026

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Holston Foundation Names LeRae Edwards Collins President and CEO Following Nationwide Search The Holston Foundation Board of Directors has unanimously selected LeRae Edwards Collins as President and Chief Executive Officer following a comprehensive national search to identify the organization’s ne...

02/08/2026

Our mission at Camp Dickenson is to share the love of Christ in the glory of God's creation. There's no better place for your camper to experience God's love than with us at Camp Dickenson!⁠
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Join us this summer! Register at campdickenson.campbrainregistration.com

02/08/2026

FOR SUN 2/8: NO IN-PERSON ACTIVITES. Online worship at 11:15a!

02/07/2026

Join us Sunday at Rural Retreat United Methodist Church as we continue our Series Called: Nothing New. During this Series, we're looking at some of the Wisdom from Ecclesiastes to learn how to find true meaning in Life. Join us and invite someone to come with you to experience what God is doing!

Maybe you’ve been thinking about trying church, have questions about church or faith, or are looking for a church. If this is you, we want to personally invite you to come and see what God is doing here. It’s ok to have questions; you don’t have to have everything figured out. Just come, and we will grow and learn together. There is no dress code; just wear what makes you comfortable. We can’t wait to meet you!

Contemporary Worship at 9 AM, Sunday School for ALL ages at 10 AM, and Traditional Worship at 11 AM. Everyone is welcome and wanted! If you’re unable to be with us in person, we have 3 Ways you can watch the 11 AM service online:

Website:
www.ruralretreatumc.net

page: https://www.facebook.com/RuralRetreatUnitedMe.../live_videos

YouTube page:
https://www.youtube.com//streams

02/07/2026

Work Day - May 2, 8:30 am - 3:00 pm
Are you willing to lend a hand to help get Camp Dickenson ready for Summer Camp? We'd love to have you! Indoor and outdoor jobs are available for all skill levels. Coffee, snacks, and lunch will be provided.

Work jobs include:
-Clearing Trails
-Splitting Firewood
-Clearing Brush
-Assembling Furniture
-Carpentry Work
-Painting
-Uncovering the Pool
-And More!

Please let us know if you're bringing a group by contacting us at www.campdickenson.com/contact, or by calling (276) 744-7241. Thank you!