by Jake Sorenson, PhD | Jul 31, 2014 | Generalities
The tide is turning for scholarship in Christian camping ministry! The primary aim of my scholarly studies is to contribute to a fresh wave of scholarship in this field, and two upcoming studies promise to be game-changing. I hope they will set the stage for decades...
by Jake Sorenson, PhD | Apr 10, 2014 | Generalities, Stories from Camp
We rounded the first corner of the island and felt the wind buffet the side of the canoe. We had to concentrate on the paddling in order to keep from going off course. I chanced a look around and saw the disaster that was befalling our group. We were only a few...
by Jake Sorenson, PhD | Feb 25, 2014 | Generalities
“Take off your sandals, for the place where you are standing is holy ground” (Exodus 3:5). Have you ever been overcome with such reverence that you felt the need to take off your shoes? I had a holy ground experience the other day. I am still processing the...
by Jake Sorenson, PhD | Feb 13, 2014 | Generalities
The Lutheran Outdoor Ministry curriculum for this summer is walking campers through the church year, showing how the liturgical seasons give rhythm to our life together as Christians. Youth culture, mirroring the adult world, has become so fast-paced that young people...
by Jake Sorenson, PhD | Jan 14, 2014 | Generalities
Of all the seasons of the church year, Epiphany is probably the most overlooked. It lacks the anticipation of Advent, the cultural appeal of Christmas, the excitement of Easter, the contemplation of Lent, and the sheer length of Pentecost. It is undoubtedly for this...
by Jake Sorenson, PhD | Dec 20, 2013 | Generalities
Christian camps across the country are facing tremendous challenges. I continue talking with camps that face serious financial problems, have cut back staff to save money, and are even selling property or considering closing altogether. For the majority of camps that...