Spiritual Life
The Spiritual Life Committee has planned a series of knowledgeable, spirit-filled, and relevant preachers and teachers, including well-known visiting worship leaders such as Dean Lawrence Carter, Ph.D., Dr. Brian Jefferson Mosley, Bishop William Murphy, Dr. Jamal Bryant, Pastor Marrisa Farrow and Dr. Stacie Grant. Themed Victory on The Vineyard, Sunday morning services begin July 5, and Bible Studies are at 10am on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning June 30.
Vocalists of all levels and experience are invited to participate in the MVCMA Island Wide Choir. Rehearsals are Saturday at 10am in The Tabernacle with Maestro Michael Ross. Anyone who wants to sing on Sundays must attend the choir rehearsal the Saturday before. Interested persons can register via the button below.
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.