DOEPA Youth Ministries - OCA

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04/28/2026

UPDATED: As preparations continue for St. Tikhon’s Summer Camp, the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania is inviting the faithful to support this important ministry through both financial contributions and parish meal donations.

Those who may be unable to serve at camp in person due to work or family obligations are encouraged to participate by contributing to the Summer Camp Food Fund, which helps offset the cost of feeding campers and staff throughout the program. Checks may be made payable to The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania and mailed to 325 N. Walnut Street, Bath, PA 18014. Donors are asked to include “Summer Camp Food Fund” in the memo line.

In addition to financial support, parishes are invited to assist by preparing and donating meals for the duration of camp. If you have time to contribute instead, we are asking parishes to donate the following full meals to summer camp:

• BBQ pulled pork or pulled chicken
• Nacho ground beef
• Oatmeal bakes
• Baked penne
• Frosted birthday cake

Each meal should be prepared in full-size catering trays with lids, fully cooked, and deep-frozen prior to transport, with portions sufficient to serve approximately 250–300 individuals. A member of the camp kitchen staff will work directly with participating parishes to determine quantities and, if needed, provide recipes and guidance.

As in previous years, donations of individually packaged snacks are also being requested to provide evening refreshments for campers. A SignUpGenius link has been made available to assist donors in selecting and delivering snack items: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C48AEAF28A5F85-63663475-2026 #/

Parishes or individuals interested in coordinating meal contributions or seeking additional information are asked to contact Dan Peck at [email protected].

The Diocese expresses its sincere gratitude to all who support St. Tikhon’s Summer Camp, whose generosity and dedication continue to make this ministry possible for the youth of the Church.

We thank you for your continued support of St. Tikhon’s Summer Camp and for your generosity in helping to make this ministry possible!

04/27/2026

04/27/2026

UPDATED: Help Feed St. Tikhon’s Summer Camp!

Would you like to serve the camp, but can’t commit to being there in person? You can still make a meaningful impact.

Donate to the Summer Camp Food Fund!
Make checks payable to: The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania
Memo: Summer Camp Food Fund
Mail to: 325 N. Walnut St., Bath, PA 18014

You can also support by helping feed our campers:

Parish Meal Donations Needed (serving 250–300):
• BBQ pulled pork or pulled chicken
• Nacho ground beef
• Oatmeal bakes
• Baked penne
• Frosted birthday cake

Meals should be prepared, fully cooked, and frozen in full-size catering trays.

We are also accepting individually packaged snacks for evening refreshments via SignUpGenius: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080C48AEAF28A5F85-63663475-2026 #/

To coordinate meal donations, contact Dan Peck at [email protected]

To see more details please visit: https://doepa.org/summer-camp-food-fund

Thank you for supporting this vital ministry and helping make Summer Camp possible!

04/25/2026

The Youth Ministries Department of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania sends its warmest wishes to His Eminence Archbishop Mark on his namesday, the feast of St. Mark the Evangelist!

May God grant him many years, with health, strength, and continued love for Christ and His Church, especially in his care for the youth of our Diocese. We love you, Vladyka!

Eis polla eti despota!

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