Pilgrimage of Pain & Hope
The Commission on the Beloved Community is offering a special invitation to the
Believers in Action of Carlisle UMC to participate in our upcoming 3rd Pilgrimage of
Pain and Hope.
Journeying as pilgrims in the communities where we live and serve, we will seek to be
attentive to both the pain and the hope experienced by BIPOC (Black, Indigenous,
and people of color) in the past and present day. By exploring and reflecting on the
geography, history, and stories of the people we are called to serve, we aim to step
transformed together into a future that is faithful.
During this three-day experience, we will engage with the "geography of pain and
hope" in our own backyard. Our itinerary includes visiting the Carlisle Indian School
to explore the history of Indigenous peoples and the legacy of the boarding school
system. Throughout Carlisle and Harrisburg, we will also confront the history of
segregation and racial justice efforts in our region. Our goal is to reflect on these
stories to deepen our collective commitment to building the Beloved Community within
the Susquehanna Conference.
Spaces are limited due to bus capacity; we encourage you to register early to secure
your place. Program costs include transportation, parking, lunch and dinner, speaker
and venue fees. Scholarships are also available.
Cost per person:
o $375 (Double Room, breakfast included)
o $480 (Single Room, breakfast included)
o $200 (Program only; no hotel required)
Registration Deadline: June 12, 2026 (or until the buses are full).
If you have questions, please contact Pastor Robin Fillmore at
or 570-392-9092.