2026 GRAND ILLUMINATION WILL BE ON
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 19TH!
A National Historic Landmark
Spiritual Life
Statement of Belief
We believe we are called to love and serve others.
We believe that in caring for others, we grow stronger spiritually.
We are committed to close, congregational, multi-generational living focused on regular worship and fellowship in a community of faith, respect, hope, and love.
Background
Spiritual Life at the MVCMA includes regular Sunday Service during the season and features an incredible roster of preachers from all over. We also host bible study, children's programming (Jr. Camp Meeting), speakers, events, and more.
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The first Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting was held in Wesleyan Grove in 1835, and the Martha's Vineyard Camp Meeting Association was incorporated in 1868 for the purpose of maintaining annual religious meetings on the island of Martha’s Vineyard.
The MVCMA in a welcoming interdenominational faith-based community.
​The MVCMA Tabernacle continues to exist as a “Beacon to All” and continues to serve as a religious and cultural center for the residents of the Campground, Oak Bluffs and the Island itself. The MVCMA offers a wide variety of cultural and religious programs throughout the summer season.
Restore the Church Bells!
The United Methodist Church of Martha’s Vineyard (Trinity Church) tower bells that chime on the hour and play familiar hymns have not been working for more than a year. The church is seeking funds to replace the equipment so that the bells will chime again.
Contributions are being collected so that leaseholders and all can hear the music again!
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