Family Camp 2026
Family Camp 2026
"Behold, I am doing a new thing; now it springs forth, do you not perceive it? I will make a way in the wilderness and rivers in the desert."
— Isaiah 43:19
Seven weeks of great preaching, teaching, and music on the shores of Lake Carlos. Choose your week and register directly.
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Each session features a dedicated teacher, night preacher, and musicians. Click Register to book directly.
Ground Up Grace & Arts Elements
Family Camp with Fine Arts
Mount Carmel has a rich heritage of the fine arts and this week we celebrate that! Musical, artistic, and dramatic activities for you and your children to choose from. Paul Oman leads a week of Biblical teaching while encouraging you to get your hands dirty — painting, drawing, and sculpting alongside him. Johan and Sonja Hinderlie join to add to the whole experience.
The Gospel, Judaism, & Islam
Historical & Theological Connections
These lectures examine the historical and theological connections between Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. We'll explore both shared roots and profound theological divergences — understanding not only where these faiths intersect but why their identities remain distinct. Adam Francisco is Director of Academics and Scholar in Residence at 1517, with a DPhil from the University of Oxford.
Sinner Saint: A Surprising Primer to the Christian Life
Embracing the Paradox of Sin and Grace
Embrace the paradox of sin and grace, explore the heart of the struggle, and dive into why this matters. Through storytelling and robust theological reflection, Luke Kjolhaug reveals a third way between simplistic extremes — you are fully known and profoundly loved, even in confusion or failure.
The Holy Spirit: Experiencing New Life and Power in Him
A Weekend Camp
We'll explore the person and work of the Spirit who dwells within every believer. Jesus promised His Spirit to guide, comfort, and empower us for life and mission. Together we'll discover the Spirit's gifts and the fruit He produces in us as evidence of His work.
Parenting as Calling: Faith, Forgiveness, and Formation
A 4-Night Family Camp
The vocation of parenthood is foundational for all our other vocations. Leon Miles covers what the Bible says to parents — including loving, disciplining, forgiving, and bearing the cross of parenting. Modern topics include gender, sexuality, and high school culture today. Dr. Leon Miles is VP of Advancement and Dean of ILT's Christ College.
God's English Accent: How the Bible Came to Your Language Today
500 Years of the English New Testament
2026 marks the 500th anniversary of William Tyndale's New Testament — the first in modern English. As an outlaw, Tyndale moved across northern Europe printing what would become the foundation of every English Bible we have today. Paul Cross traces this fascinating account and examines the array of English translations available to us now.
Exasperating Your Kids for the Glory of God
Life Together as God's Family
Diving into Paul's letter to the Ephesians to explore what it means to live as part of God's family. Whether you're a parent, grandparent, single, or young adult, this week helps you see how the gospel shapes all our relationships — with humor, humility, and a few good stories along the way.
Reclaiming Christian Hope in the Face of Death
C.A.R.M.E.L. Camp — For Adults & Seniors
The promises of the Christian gospel shine brightest in the shadow of death. Dr. Beth Hoeltke guides us to face death with honesty and hope, grounded in the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Drawing from her expertise in end-of-life care, she helps us move beyond euphemisms to speak boldly of death and the promise of resurrection.
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