Christian Ashrams are unique retreats that take place all over the world. They are Christ-centered and non-denominational, giving individuals of all ages an opportunity to discover Christian answers for victorious daily living in the 21st century.
E. Stanley Jones is the founder of the International Christian Ashram Movement and in 1938, Time magazine called E. Stanley Jones, “the world’s greatest missionary.” His vision was to create an environment in which people could get away from their normal routine and seek the Lord. Christian Ashram means a “retreat away from work” centered on Jesus Christ.
The 2022 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held in person at Camp Onomia, a lovely 220-acre campus in Onamia, MN.
The Ashram will be from August 5th-7th, 2022. Registration and payment for the Minnesota Christian Ashram must be sent in by the firm registration date of July 18th, 2022.
The Ashram was held there in recent years, so if you attended one of those years you may remember it.
Located just southwest of Lake Mille Lacs on the beautiful shores of Lake Shakopee with 1500 feet of lakeshore and surrounded by Kathio State Park. The facilities are comfortable; the wooded grounds are private with a park-like feel; fabulous sunsets; campfires at the fire circle; the fellowship is life-changing!
The Ashram begins promptly at 4:15 pm on Friday. You may arrive and check-in between 2:00 and 4:00 that afternoon. The Ashram will conclude on Sunday at 1:30 pm.
Here’s a map showing where Camp Onomia is, and how to get there from the Twin Cities area.
Camp Onomia
14202 Shakopee Lake Rd,
Onamia, MN 56359
Some of the activities at the 2022 Ashram include:
- Singing
- Bible Teaching
- Fellowship
- Prayer Groups
- Evangelist Teaching
- Free Time Activities
- Bonfires & Singing
Speakers And Leaders For The 2022 Ashram
The speakers for the 2022 Minnesota Christian Ashram have been confirmed.
Evangelist – Rev. Matt Henson: Rev. Matt Henson serves as the Associate Director, Member of the Four, and the International Committee Chairperson for the United Christian Ashram International Ministry. Matt also serves as the Executive Director and Lead Evangelist for Living the Adventure Ministries, a ministry he founded in 2007. Matt leads revivals, renewal events, and Christian Ashrams, while also leading teams on mission trips to Haiti, Zimbabwe, India, and domestically in the United States. Matt lives in rural Southern Illinois with his wife, Nancy, and five children (Elijah, Micah, Judah, Isaiah, and Sarafina).
Bible Teacher – Scott McKirdy: Born and raised as a preacher’s kid in the Dakotas, Pastor Scott McKirdy has been serving as pastor of Spearfish United Methodist Church since 2011 where their mission is to “Know God. Love God. Serve Others.”.
He looks forward to joining us at the 2022 Minnesota Christian Ashram.
Director – Judy Madsen: Judy Madsen, Director of the Minnesota Christian Ashram, is a retired elementary teacher from the Minneapolis Public Schools and became director in August, 2005. She and her husband John, their two sons, her parents, her siblings and their families have been part of the Minnesota Christian Ashram since it began in 1985. Because the Ashram has been such a source of spiritual growth and refreshment for the entire family, Judy is grateful for that rich heritage and wants to share the experience with others.
Registration Information
To register head on over to our registration page or call Nancy Anderson at (612) 825-7851.
Registration and deposit for the Minnesota Christian Ashram must be sent in by the firm registration date of July 18th, 2022.
You can also mail your registration information to our registrar Nancy. Please be sure to send in all of the same information asked for on the registration page.
Registration fees and room and board fees can be found on the registration page as well.
