Igniting a generation that seeks Him.

Joy El seeks to provide opportunities for people to experience life-change through personal encounters with God.
As we provide opportunities to encounter God, as we evangelize, as we encourage and as we equip individuals for active ministry, we recognize that God will use people in this process. We want the next generation to be known as a Generation that seeks him.
Father and son canoeing at Joy El christian retreat centers in pa

Joy El Retreats

We are excited to share everything Joy El Retreats has to offer and the amazing experiences we have to offer.  A life-changing experience is just a click away!
2019 01 15 Lts Christian Camps In Pa

Group Retreats

Our desire at Joy El Camps and Retreats, a provider of Christian retreats in PA, is to make the process of planning and booking your retreat stress free and enjoyable!
Home | Joy El Camps & Retreats image 34

Summer Camps

Experience God in His creation!  Come explore a summer of opportunities that await your child.

FROM OUR BLOG

Stay up to date with all the exciting adventures at Joy El!
Jan182021

Hope Building

Nate Marshall Director of Ministry Advancement   There is no doubt that 2020 was filled with pain, heartache, and trials. We were all impacted in some form or fashion by the historic events that took place – and students are no exception. We live in a world that is in short supply of hope. Recently,…

Read More
Jan122021

Good at Being Rich

By Aaron E. Ziebarth, Executive Director   When is the last time you were impressed with someone’s generosity? Even amidst the difficulties of the pandemic, I have seen God glorified in so many different ways through generous giving.  God is answering prayer after prayer, providing for needs at Joy El. Although attendance at our fall…

Read More
Home | Joy El christian retreats in PA image 53
Home | Joy El Camps & Retreats image 51
Christian camps in PA
Home | Joy El Camps & Retreats image 21