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Camp Shoshanah 2008

UPDATE 07/01/08 - SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE: It's not too late, please come join us! We are just days away from the beginning of our 2008 Camp Shoshanah season. There are a number of cabins, dormitory beds, RV and tent sites still open for participants. In fact we are currently only at about 70 % of capacity. We’re going to have a great time at Camp even if the number of attendees is down. The economy clearly has had an impact on what people are planning this summer...

So, here is a little help from your friends at Ariel Ministries. There are some scholarship slots open for the taking. If you can provide your own travel and get to camp, WE HAVE SOME LIMITED SPACE THAT WE ARE WILLING TO GIVE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR. All we ask is that you share what you learn with others once you go back home. Don't delay, please call Missy at (518) 834-6057. Secure your scholarship and confirm your space today. We are looking forward to seeing you at camp... Shalom!

We are now accepting reservations, if you plan to attend 2008 Camp, please make your reservation today. All accommodations are available on a first-come, first-served basis, giving early registrants preference regarding dates of attendance and accommodations. Print out, complete and send in your Reservation Application by mail or fax. We look forward to seeing you at Camp Shoshanah 2008!

The TWO-WEEK PROGRAM will run from Saturday, July 5 until Saturday, July 19, 2008.

The THREE-WEEK PROGRAM will run from Saturday, July 19 until Saturday, August 9, 2008.

Campers are encouraged to attend as many weeks of Camp as their schedules will allow. You may attend from 1-5 weeks of Camp or you may choose either the two-week or three-week session. Of course, all classes are recorded and available for purchase after Camp, so no one need miss out. Classes conducted Monday through Friday.

Back by popular request, we added a new two-week Camp in 2007 that compliments our popular three-week Camp program. Campers will attend four hour-long classes daily for both the two and three-week program.

The three-week program has a fifth one-hour session each day on The Life of Messiah, scheduled for first-time campers. A youth program is provided during the adult sessions. The afternoons and weekends allow plenty of free time for worship, fellowship, and recreation at Trout Pond Lake. Various other opportunities for recreation nearby include hiking, tennis, and basketball. For these you will need to bring your own equipment.

Each Friday evening we have a special Shabbat dinner. Saturday is a free day for campers who will continue their stay at Camp, and a departure day for those who will not continue their stay.

Sunday mornings, we gather for a time of worship led by Ariel staff members and campers. If you play a musical instrument, please bring it along to share with us. Sunday evenings are reserved for lakeside cookouts with music, dance, and fellowship.

We have also scheduled a talent night - The Camp Shoshanah Extravaganza - for the final Friday evening, August 8.
TWO-WEEK CLASS PROGRAM:
THE BOOK OF EXODUS - Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum
A survey study through the Book of Exodus focusing on the historical background between the God of Israel and the gods of the Egyptians. This course will also include a survey of the different commandments of the Law of Moses.

THE BOOK OF NUMBERS - Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum
AA survey study through the Book of Numbers focusing on the history of the 40 years of wilderness wonderings and the significance of other segments of the Law of Moses.

INTRODUCTION TO JUDAISM - Mottel Baleston
Modern Rabbinical Judaism, its practices, beliefs, culture and divisions as well as differences with biblical and Messianic Judaism, using lecture, PowerPoint, and demonstrations.
TIME JULY 5 - 12 JULY 12 - 19
9:00 - 10:00am The Book of Exodus
Fruchtenbaum		 The Book of Numbers
Fruchtenbaum
10:30 - 11:30am The Book of Exodus
Fruchtenbaum		 The Book of Numbers
Fruchtenbaum
6:30 - 7:30pm The Book of Exodus
Fruchtenbaum		 The Book of Numbers
Fruchtenbaum
8:00-9:00pm Introduction to Judaism
Baleston		 Introduction to Judaism
Baleston
THREE-WEEK CLASS PROGRAM:
THE MINISTRIES AND GIFTS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT - Steven Ger
An exposition of all passages dealing with this subject to show clearly what the Bible does or does not teach on the topic and to clarify what is or is not happening today.

THE PLAN OF THE AGES - Mottel Baleston
Throughout history God has dealt with Israel and the Nations in different ways but always on the basis of His Covenant promises for that dispensation of time. The sweep of Scripture becomes clear as this key to the Bible is understood.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE MINOR PROPHETS - Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum
Dr. Fruchtenbaum will survey all the Minor Prophets and relate the importance of understanding this material literally rather than allegorically.

* THE LIFE OF MESSIAH - Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum
Based on the book Harmony of the Gospels, this class walks you through the synoptic Gospels. It highlights the events in the life of the Messiah from a Jewish perspective, shedding light on the Jewish customs that surrounded our Messiah.

THE EIGHT COVENANTS OF THE BIBLE - Dr. Arnold Fruchtenbaum
Detailed study of the eight covenants of the Bible and how they relate to Israel, the Body of Messiah, and the rest of the world.

THE SPIRITUAL LIFE - Steven Ger
A study of the principles of the spiritual life and spiritual warfare, together with the role of the Holy Spirit, the new nature; the world, the flesh, and the devil.

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE BOOK OF LEVITICUS - Steven Ger
A survey that will cover the significance of the Mosaic sacrifices, the dietary code, the Feasts of Israel, aspects of the Law of Moses, and the prophecies of Israel’s future, both fulfilled and unfulfilled.

ISSUES IN MESSIANIC THEOLOGY TODAY - Mottel Baleston
The Messianic Movement has been used of God to introduce thousands of Jewish people to Messiah as well as to familiarize other believers with the Hebraic roots of the faith. At the same time, confusion abounds over Mosaic Law, Rabbinic practice, and relationship with the larger body of Messiah. We'll profile the issues and seek biblical balance.
TIME JULY 19-26 JULY 26 - AUGUST 2 AUGUST 2 - 9
8:30 - 9:30am Ministries and Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Ger		 The Plan of the Ages
Baleston		 The Plan of the Ages
Baleston
9:45 - 10:45am Highlights of the Minor Prophets
Fruchtenbaum		 Highlights of the Minor Prophets
Fruchtenbaum		 Highlights of the Minor Prophets
Fruchtenbaum
11:15am - 12:30pm * The Life of Messiah
Fruchtenbaum		 * The Life of Messiah
Fruchtenbaum		 * The Life of Messiah
Fruchtenbaum
6:30 - 7:30pm The Eight Covenants of the Bible
Fruchtenbaum		 The Eight Covenants of the Bible
Fruchtenbaum		 Highlights of Leviticus
Ger
8:00 - 9:00pm Ministries and Gifts of the Holy Spirit
Ger		 The Spiritual Life
Ger		 Issues in Messianic Jewish Theology
Baleston
* First time campers will be required to take Arnold Fruchtenbaum's class, "The Life of the Messiah from a Jewish Perspective." This class is optional for returning campers.
SEMINARY OR BIBLE SCHOOL COURSE CREDIT:

You can receive Bible school or seminary credit for classes taken at Camp Shoshanah. Tyndale Seminary is offering one hour of course credit, graduate or undergraduate, for every 10-12 hours of study at Camp Shoshanah, up to three hours of course credit.

For information on obtaining credit contact Dr. Patrick Belville, of Tyndale Seminary at: (800) 886-1415 -or- Email: registrar@Tyndale.edu. You may send your course completion information to him at 6800 Manhattan Blvd., Ste. 200, Ft. Worth, TX 76120. NOTE: Camp Shoshanah registration and seminary registration are separate matters.

Tyndale Seminary is one of the most respected extension schools in America, offering advanced exegetical courses, biblical languages, and various other courses of religious study by means of video or audio tapes.
ACCOMMODATIONS:

Arrivals on Saturday July 5th may not check in until after 4:00pm.

RESIDENT CAMPERS: On-site Camp housing includes cabins for married couples and families; separate dorms (bunkhouses) for single men and single women; and Camp grounds (tent, camper, or RV).

COMMUTER CAMPERS: Optionally, there are a number of small but clean motels available nearby. If you prefer to stay at one of these local motels and make the short drive (10-15 minutes) to camp each day, be sure to secure your reservation as a "Commuter."

MEALS: Breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided daily. Saturday meals will consist of a continental breakfast and sandwiches for lunch and dinner. If desired, you may also take this opportunity to try one of the local restaurants upon arriving on Saturday. Early arrivals for the following week session will be served the Saturday evening meal.

Please Note: Campers are not permitted to prepare their own meals nor is food allowed in the cabins. Our kitchen facilities do not allow us to make provision for special diets or storage of special food items in the camp kitchen. A refrigerator will be available in the dining hall for campers with special needs only (for example, prescriptions - not for use for food preference). The kitchen staff cannot warm bottles nor can kitchen privileges be granted for this purpose. We encourage you to bring disposable bottles since it will not be possible to boil bottles for cleansing.

Pets are not permitted.
CHILDREN and YOUTH (Ages 5-18):

Serious Bible education is also required of our young people. While opportunities for good fun abound, first and foremost, Camp Shoshanah is a discipleship Camp.

While parents attend classes, we will conduct a program of Bible teaching and recreation for children ages 5-18. Students will discuss How We Got the Bible, The Eight Covenants of the Bible, The Plan of the Ages, and Sharing Jesus with your Jewish Friends.

We regret that pending completion of the new Dining Hall, which will house classes in the future, we will not be able to provide classes at this time for children under age five. Parents wishing to attend with small children will need to provide childcare for their own children. We will attempt to identify babysitters that parents can hire at their own expense.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

To register for Camp Shoshanah 2008, please fill out this Reservation Application and mail or fax as soon as possible to:

CAMP SHOSHANAH
838 Trout Pond Road
Keeseville, NY 12944
FAX: 518-834-7598

Registration cannot be completed by phone, and registering by fax is suggested as all applications are processed on a first-come first-served basis. Payment can be made by personal check or credit card.

See the Cancellation Policy below for important details before registering.
CAMP FEES:
All payments made in foreign currencies must be converted to these U.S. dollar rates. 1 WEEK
per person 		2 WEEKS
5% discount 		3 WEEKS
5% discount 		4 WEEKS
10% discount		 5 WEEKS
10% discount
Room or Cabin (restricted to families and married couples) $375 $712 $1,068 $1,352 $1,690
RV Site 300 570 855 1,080 1,350
Bunkhouse/Dormitory (single adults) 250 476 714 900 1,125
Tent Site 200 380 570 720 900
Commuter 225 428 642 812 1,015
CHILDREN, Ages 3-17 200 380 570 720 900
CAMP SCHOLARSHIP FUND:
Every year we have a number of people who would like to attend Camp Shoshanah but simply can't afford to do so. A "Camp Scholarship Fund" has been created by donors who wish to sponsor these individuals. The staff evaluates requests for scholarship subsidies on an individual basis and if you are interested in obtaining this assistance, please contact us. If you are interested in donating to the "Camp Scholarship Fund," please indicate this on the Reservation Application.
CANCELLATION POLICY:

1) After reservations have been made and paid for, any cancellation on or before May 22nd will incur a $50 Administration Fee. 2) Cancellations between May 23rd and June 22nd will incur a 50% penalty. 3) Cancellation after June 23rd will incur a full forfeiture of all payments.

We understand that special circumstances may arise like a family emergency. In such an event, please contact us and your situation will be considered on an individual basis. Thank you.

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