St. Emmelia Ministries Opens Registration for EAST 2026
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BOLIVAR, PA — Registration is now open for EAST 2026, hosted by St. Emmelia Ministries, the annual Orthodox homeschool and youth conference, taking place April 30–May 3 at Antiochian Village. The conference will feature keynote presentations by Fr. John Oliver and Andrew Kern, along with workshops, daily liturgies, prayer services, youth activities, talent shows, vendor halls, and family programs.
The four-day schedule includes morning and evening liturgies, youth workshops, family campfires, hiking, and specialized activities such as Ask Abouna and youth confession. Children and teens ages 3–18 are invited to participate in talent shows, the Young Entrepreneur Vendor Hall, and other interactive sessions. Housing is available in camp cabins, with shared common rooms and private bathrooms. Meals and lodging packages are provided, with financial aid options to ensure the conference is accessible for all families.
EAST 2026 emphasizes a Christ-centered education for homeschool families, combining learning, prayer, and community engagement under the guidance of St. Emmelia Ministries. Early registration is encouraged, closing April 14. More information and registration are available here.
Previously, the UOJ reported that Orthodox teens gathered for first sacred arts conference.
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