The church with no name
By: HILARY BENTMAN
The Intelligencer
Hundreds gathered on a large farm in Milford this week to share a common, but little known, way of Christian worship.
On a large farm just outside Trumbauersville, hundreds of people gather for a religious convention like no other.
Some traveled a short distance while others journeyed across the country.
There are dozens of campers and recreational vehicles for people to camp out on Bill and Mickie Schweighofer's 60-acre property off Kumry Road in Milford. Others will stay in dormitory-style buildings on the grounds. Still others will seek out a nearby hotel.
The attendees represent all ages and a multitude of ethnic backgrounds. Some are plainly dressed; some sport more modern fashions.
But all have gathered for a unified purpose - prayer, song and fellowship.
This convention, which started Thursday and runs through Sunday, is expected to draw more than 500 people who will come to rejuvenate their spirits and reaffirm their commitment to God.
"It brings life into the soul," said Arline Markham, who made the trip from Wisconsin.
For the last 50 years, the Schweighofers have been hosting the convention on their property. It is, says Bill, "a privilege."
This is just one of a number of similar fellowship conventions held across the country. But not much is known of this sect of Christianity.
