A place of gathering
The Farm
Welcome to Spójnia Farm. The Farm, first established in 1929 has served as a dairy farm, creamery serving Northeast Pennsylvania, a place of employment, and the base for a summer youth encampment. It is currently operated as a horse farm and riding stable.
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The Retreat Center
The Retreat and Recreation Center includes modern dormitory accommodations, a commons area, is air conditioned, and includes a coffee bar, high speed internet connectivity, and a state-of-the-art audio/visual system.
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A Peaceful Place
Ustronie was Bishop Francis Hodur's get-away. It is where he went for solitary prayer, study, and work. It is where he welcomed many trying to find their way and where he offered them comfort and solace.
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Ustronie (A Peaceful Place)
Ustronie, literally translated as “the secluded place,” was Bishop Francis Hodur’s get-away. It is where he went for solitary…
Read MoreThe Retreat Center
The Bishop Hodur Retreat & Recreation Center is the ideal location for the Kurs Camp. The Center holds: Modern dormitory facilities…
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Who We Are
Camp Kurs is operated by the Polish National Catholic Church’s Young Men’s Society of the Resurrection. It is a week-long Christian residential camp in Waymart, Pennsylvania (the foothills of the Poconos). Camp is open to youth ages 8 to 17. Camp Kurs is a place of spiritual and personal growth, a place where independent and collaborative thought and action are developed and supported. Most of all, it is a place of joyful experience.
An Amazing Program
A Program Fostering Growth and Maturity
Our camp programs are designed to develop growth and maturity. Youth attending camp are assisted in developing their maturity in faith, responsibility, enjoyment, sport, and inter-personal interaction. Key elements in each day’s schedule include: Group exercise; Performance of shared chores such as cleaning, maintenance, and food service; Holy Mass; Study/Lecture; Free time for swimming, sports, or just relaxation; Group/Team activities; and so much more. Each day includes a themed dinner and evening activities concluded by Compline/Night prayer.
Learn From The Best
Andrew “Hunps” Humphreys is a Teacher and with his…
James “Viking” Nelson is a Respiratory Therapist and serves…
Ethan is beginning his second year of study at…
Victoria Konicki is studying for a Doctorate in Physical…
Gianna attends Temple University and is studying Early Childhood…
Michal Mludzik is a Civil Engineer currently working on…
Patricia is currently a full time student at Rowan…
Attended camps at the Spojnia Farm from ages 8-17…
Paige is currently a full time student studying at…
Nessa is a creative designer based in Massachusetts. She…
Mrs. Stacey Crispino Shrive is an educator in Mathematics…
Fr. Jim was ordained Deacon on April 2, 2005…
Mr. Nick Kazinetz is our Camp director. He is…
Mr. Adam Konicki is a Senior Investment Associate with…
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