NEW BETHLEHEM, Pa. (EYT) — Ministry 41 and Leatherwood Church will host a free three-day Christian outreach event beginning Friday, November 6, bringing guest speakers, worship services and fellowship opportunities to the New Bethlehem area.
The event, titled “ARISE: Come As You Are. Leave Changed,” will run through Sunday, November 8, at Leatherwood Church, located at 889 Church Road in New Bethlehem.
Organizers describe ARISE as a community outreach weekend focused on faith, encouragement, worship and spiritual renewal.
The weekend will begin Friday, November 6, with a fellowship and meet-and-greet gathering from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Saturday’s activities will feature two worship services, beginning at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.
The afternoon service will include Ryan Edberg of Ryan Edberg Ministries and guest speaker Leah Price. A free light meal will be provided between the afternoon and evening sessions.
Edberg will return for the 6 p.m. service alongside guest speaker Eric Evans.
The event will conclude Sunday, November 8, with a 10:30 a.m. worship service featuring Edberg.
Edberg is the founder of the Kingdom Movement, an organization involved in Christian conferences, worship tours and ministry events.
According to event organizers, Edberg has nearly two decades of experience in Christian music and ministry. He previously served as lead singer of the Christian rock band Silverline, which released five No. 1 singles and a worship EP.
His work has also been featured through several Christian media outlets, including the Christian Broadcasting Network, Moody Radio and American Family Radio.
Price, originally from northeastern Pennsylvania, is a traveling evangelist who leads Bible studies through social media and participates in ministry events.
Evans and his wife, Serena, serve as expedition leaders with Overland Missions, an organization focused on Christian outreach in remote communities.
Their ministry work includes evangelistic expeditions in South America, particularly in communities along the Amazon River.
In addition to the scheduled services, baptism opportunities will be available Saturday and Sunday for those interested in participating.
Organizers said the event is intended to welcome people from New Bethlehem and surrounding communities for a weekend of fellowship and encouragement.
Admission is free, and everyone is welcome to attend.
For additional information, contact event organizers at 814-227-6777.