Hello and welcome!

We’re delighted that you’ve chosen to join us for a week of Bible study and fellowship at the Abrahamic Faith Gathering. What follows is a short guide to help you prepare for an enjoyable time with brothers, sisters and friends from around the world. Some of these tips apply to almost any Bible school, while others are unique to the Gathering and to our host site, Slippery Rock University. We hope you find them to be helpful.
 
What will the weather be like?
Mid-summer is generally a warm – and often humid – time of year in Western Pennsylvania. Temperatures can vary, of course, but morning lows are often in the 50s and 60s (Fahrenheit), while afternoon highs tend to get into the low 80s and, in some years, will creep into the lower 90s. Sunny days usually outnumber rainy ones.
 
What should I pack?
This is a matter of personal preference, but helpful items - as suggested by members of our Gathering Committee - may include the following:

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Essentials

• Bible (Physical or Digital)

• Rolling luggage – Easier for loading/unloading

 

Bedding & Comfort

• Mattress pad – For added comfort

• Pillows, blankets, bedsheets – Not provided by the university

 

Bath & Hygiene

• Bath towels – Not provided by the university

• Floor mats for bathrooms

• Hand soap

• Blow dryer

 

Clothing

• Comfortable walking shoes

• Workout clothes and sports equipment – For gym, pool, fitness center

• Swimsuits and beach towels – For pool or lake

• Shirt and tie – For brothers who may be called to serve

 

Room Comfort & Organization

• Fans – For air circulation

• Small wastebasket

• Clothes hangers

 

Weather & Protection

• Umbrella

• Sunscreen

 

Food & Kitchen

• Snacks – All rooms have microwave and fridge

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What if I forget something?
There are plenty of stores and pharmacies in and around Slippery Rock from which you can buy just about anything you need. Also, it never hurts to ask your dorm neighbors for something. Gathering attendees are always happy to share!
 
Are there any special events I should prepare for?
Yes, actually, there are a few:

• For golfers, there is usually a mid-week golf outing, so you are encouraged to bring your clubs.

• There are evening praise programs for both adults and young people, so please feel free to bring instruments, sheet music or anything else you might need.

• We also have Tabitha’s Treasures, which sells handcrafted items to raise money for the Gathering Speakers Travel Fund. If you have any items to donate, they will be gratefully accepted!

• In the evenings we have social hours with snacks. Any donations of snack food (healthy or otherwise) are appreciated. If your group / ecclesia would like to help coordinate a social hour, please contact Sis. Cindy Ross (cinross2@gmail.com).
   

What if I have a question that’s not covered here?
Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any and all questions! We want to make your Gathering experience as uplifting and enjoyable as possible.