# Minnesota Christian Ashram > Experiencing Jesus in a retreat setting ## Posts - [40th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram At St Paul's Ev Lutheran Church - October 25th, 2025](https://mnchristianashram.com/40th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-at-st-pauls-ev-lutheran-church-october-25th-2025/): The Minnesota Christian Ashram is a treasured time away to grow spiritually and immerse ourselves in prayer and the Word. The 2025 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held at St. Paul’s Ev Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. This year’s Ashram will be in Minneapolis for an all-day Saturday retreat.  All of the elements we look forward to each year will be part of the 2025 Ashram – evangelist hour, Bible teaching, prayer groups, healing service, music, and more.  And, of course, the fellowship we always look forward to will be there! The Ashram will be on October 25th, 2025. Registration for the Minnesota […] - [39th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram At St Paul's Ev Lutheran Church - October 18th-19th, 2024](https://mnchristianashram.com/39th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-at-st-pauls-ev-lutheran-church-october-18th-19th-2024/): The Minnesota Christian Ashram is a treasured time away to grow spiritually and immerse ourselves in prayer and the Word. The 2024 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held at St. Paul’s Ev Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. This year’s Ashram will be in Minneapolis for a Friday evening and all-day Saturday retreat.  We will go home (or wherever you stay when you’re in the city) on Friday night.  All of the elements we look forward to each year will be part of the 2024 Ashram – evangelist hour, Bible teaching, prayer groups, healing service, music, and more.  And, of course, the fellowship we […] - [38th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram At St Paul's Ev Lutheran Church - October 20th-21st, 2023](https://mnchristianashram.com/38th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-at-st-pauls-ev-lutheran-church-october-20th-21st-2023/): The Minnesota Christian Ashram is a treasured time away to grow spiritually and immerse ourselves in prayer and the Word.  This year’s Ashram will look a bit different but will be that same experience of growing in the love and grace of Jesus Christ. Instead of traveling to a camp or college for an overnight stay, we will gather together in Minneapolis for a Friday evening and all-day Saturday retreat.  We will go home (or wherever you stay when you’re in the city) on Friday night.  All of the elements we look forward to each year will be part of the […] - [37th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram At Camp Onomia - August 5th-7th, 2022](https://mnchristianashram.com/37th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-at-camp-onomia-august-5th-7th-2022/): 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 […] - [36th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram At Camp Onomia - August 6th-8th, 2021](https://mnchristianashram.com/36th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-at-camp-onomia-august-6th-august-8th-2021/): 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 2021 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be […] - [35th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram At Camp Onomia - August 2nd - August 4th, 2019](https://mnchristianashram.com/35th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-at-camp-onomia-august-2nd-august-4th-2019/): 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 2019 Minnesota Christian Ashram will […] - [34th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram - July 27th - July 29th, 2018](https://mnchristianashram.com/34th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-july-27th-july-29th-2018/): The 2018 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held on July 27th – July 29th, 2018. Check-in is from 4:30 pm-6:15 pm on Friday, and the Ashram begins promptly at 6:30 pm. Dinner is on your own on Friday. The Ashram will conclude on Sunday at 6 pm. We are excited to be returning for the second time to Bethel University, which is located in the St. Paul area. It has a quiet, serene atmosphere, surrounded by beautiful trees on the shore of Lake Valentine. Some of the activities at the 2018 Ashram include: Singing Bible Teaching Fellowship Prayer Groups Evangelist […] - [33rd Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram - July 28th - July 30th, 2017](https://mnchristianashram.com/33rd-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-july-28th-july-30th-2017/): The 2017 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held on July 28th – July 30th, 2017. Check-in is from 4:30 pm-6:15 pm on Friday, and the Ashram begins promptly at 6:30 pm. Dinner is on your own on Friday. The Ashram will conclude on Sunday at 6 pm. We are excited about a new location this year at Bethel Seminary, which is located in the St. Paul area. Bethel Seminary is on the far side of Bethel University. It has a quiet, serene atmosphere, surrounded by beautiful trees on the shore of Lake Valentine. Some of the activities at the 2017 […] - [32nd Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram - July 28th - July 31st, 2016](https://mnchristianashram.com/32nd-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-july-28th-july-31st-2016/): The 2016 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held on July 28th – July 31st, 2016.  The Ashram is returning to Saint John’s University in Collegeville, Minnesota for the second straight year. The facilities are very comfortable for any number of participants; the food is excellent, and the fellowship is superb! The Church and Bell Tower stand above the shores of Lake Sagatagan in the center of a 2,400 acre wooded campus Saint John’s University is located 10 miles west of St. Cloud, and 65 miles northwest of Minneapolis on I-94 at exit 156. The campus is visible from the highway. […] - [31st Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram - July 30th - August 2nd, 2015](https://mnchristianashram.com/31st-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-july-30th-august-2nd-2015/): The 2015 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held on July 30th – August 2nd, 2015.  The Ashram is returning to Saint John’s University in Collegeville, Minnesota this year. The facilities are very comfortable for any number of participants; the food is excellent, and the fellowship is superb! The Church and Bell Tower stand above the shores of Lake Sagatagan in the center of a 2,400 acre wooded campus Some of the activities at the 2015 Ashram include: Singing Bible Teaching Fellowship Prayer Groups Evangelist Teaching Free Time Activities Speakers And Leaders For The 2015 Ashram The speakers for the 2015 […] - [30th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram At Camp Onomia - August 7th-10th, 2014](https://mnchristianashram.com/30th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-at-camp-onamia-august-7th-10th-2014/): 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 2014 Minnesota Christian Ashram will […] - [29th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram - August 1st-4th, 2013](https://mnchristianashram.com/29th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-august-1st-4th-2013/): The 2013 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held on August 1st-4th at Saint John’s University in Collegeville, Minnesota. The facilities are very comfortable for any number of participants; the food is excellent, and the fellowship is superb! The Church and Bell Tower stand above the shores of Lake Sagatagan in the center of a 2,400 acre wooded campus Some of the activities at the 2013 Ashram include: Singing Bible Teaching Fellowship Prayer Groups Evangelist Teaching Free Time Activities Speakers And Leaders For The 2013 Ashram The speakers for the 2013 Minnesota Christian Ashram have been confirmed, and we’re excited and […] - [28th Annual Minnesota Christian Ashram - August 9th-12th, 2012](https://mnchristianashram.com/28th-annual-minnesota-christian-ashram-august-9th-12th-2012/): 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 2012 Minnesota Christian Ashram will […] - [2011 Minnesota Christian Ashram - August 11th-14th, 2011](https://mnchristianashram.com/2011-minnesota-christian-ashram-august-11th-14th-2011/): Are you seeking a time to learn, grown, relax and fellowship? The Minnesota Christian Ashram is set for August 11th-14th, 2011 at St. John’s University in Collegeville, MN. There will be a wide variety of teaching times, prayer groups, fellowship, singing and free time activities available! Some of the activities include: Singing Bible Teaching Fellowship Prayer Groups Evangelist Teaching Free Time Activities Evangelist Confirmed The speakers for the Ashram have been confirmed, and we’re excited and blessed to have such a wonderful evangelist and bible teacher! We know that we’ll all receive some great inspired teaching this year! The speakers […] - [North America Christian Ashram July 13th-16th 2010 At Lake Junaluska, North Carolina](https://mnchristianashram.com/north-america-christian-ashram-july-13th-16th-2010-lake-junaluska-north-carolina/): The North America Chrisitian Ashram has a date and location set, and if you’d like to attend, don’t forget to register for it soon! Here are the details: Kingdom Living In The 21t Century Are you seeking a time to learn, grown, relax and fellowship?   The North America Christian Ashram is set for Lake Junaluska, North Carolina on July 13th-16th, 2010.  There will be a wide variety of teaching times, prayer groups, fellowship, singing and free time activities available! Activities include: Singing Bible Teaching Fellowship Prayer Groups Evangelist Teaching Free Time Activities To register email Bea Fosmire at bfosmire@christianashram.org, Call […] - [Minnesota Christian Ashram Site Is Live!](https://mnchristianashram.com/minnesota-christian-ashram-site-is-live/): The Minnesota Christian Ashram has been going strong for over 25 years. We meet annually at St. John’s University at Collegeville, MN. The retreat meets August 5th-8th, 2010 for 4 days of worship, prayer, praise, great teaching and fellowship with other believers. We have just launched this site for the Minnesota Christian Ashram and we hope that it will be a place where you can connect with other Ashram attendees, register for the coming year’s Ashram, view pictures from previous years, and do a variety of other things. Please bear with us as the site grows, and becomes more functional […] ## Pages - [Store Action](https://mnchristianashram.com/estore-action/): This page has been created by WP eStore plugin. Please do not delete it. You can hide this page from your navigation menu. - [Donate](https://mnchristianashram.com/donate/): Donations to the Minnesota Christian Ashram scholarship and operating fund are appreciated. To send in your donation make your check out to the Minnesota Christian Ashram and send it to the following address: Nancy Anderson, Registrar 3133 Elliot Ave S. Minneapolis, MN 55407 Donate Online Via PayPal Donate to the Minnesota Christian Ashram online via a PayPal account or credit card. Donate To The Minnesota Christian Ashram To pay for your Minnesota Christian Ashram donation, click the “Donate” button below to add the item to your shopping cart. If you want to combine donation amounts (donate $35 by clicking on $25 […] - [Payment Page](https://mnchristianashram.com/register/payment-page/): Pay for your Minnesota Christian Ashram registration online via a PayPal account or credit card. If you prefer you can register via regular mail. Please mail your check and registration information to the registrar. Pay For Your Minnesota Christian Ashram Reservation To pay for your Minnesota Christian Ashram reservation, click the “add reservation” button to add the item to your shopping cart. If you want to add more than one of the same item, click on the button more than once. Your total for all reservations will appear in the shopping cart at the bottom of the page. Adult Room […] - [Children's Schedule](https://mnchristianashram.com/schedule/childrens-schedule/): DAILY SCHEDULE Thursday 7:00-9:15 p.m. Children’s Session Friday 9:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Children’s Session 4:30 -5:30 p.m. Children’s Session Saturday 9:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Children’s Session 4:30 -5:30 p.m. Children’s Session 7:00 -8:45 p.m. Children’s Session (Children will come as a group for Healing Service) Sunday 10:00 -10:45 a.m. Children’s Session (Children will come as a group to sing) - [Youth Schedule](https://mnchristianashram.com/schedule/youth-schedule/): DAILY SCHEDULE A Prayer Vigil Continues 24 Hours Each Day Thursday 2:30-5:00 Registration and Check in 5:45 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m. Sound of Music 7:30 p.m. Introduction and Orientation – Judy and John Madsen 8:00-9:15 p.m. Youth Kick Off at the Beach 9:15 p.m. Refreshments and Fellowship 11:00 p.m. Lights Out and Silence Friday 7:00 a.m. Morning Watch (come in silence) 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Sound of Music 9:20 a.m. Bible Hour 10:15 a.m. -12:30 p.m. Youth Session (Worship, Talk, Small Groups) 12:30 p.m. Lunch 1:30-4:30 Free Time 4:30-6:00 p.m. Youth Session (Worship, Games, Etc.) 6:00 p.m. Banquet in […] - [Adult Schedule](https://mnchristianashram.com/schedule/): DAILY SCHEDULE Below is a typical daily schedule at the Christian Ashram. Details for this year’s schedule are not finalized. A Prayer Vigil Continues 24 Hours Each Day Thursday 2:30-5:00 Registration 5:45 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m. Sound of Music 7:30 p.m. Introduction and Orientation 8:00 p.m. Session of the Open Heart 9:15 p.m. Refreshments and Fellowship 11:00 p.m. Lights Out and Silence Friday 7:00 a.m. Morning Watch (come in silence) 8:00 a.m. Breakfast 9:00 a.m. Sound of Music 9:20 a.m. Bible Hour 10:15 a.m. Prayer and Share Groups 11:00 a.m. Snack and Social Session 11:30 a.m. Evangelist’s Hour 12:30 p.m. […] - [Adults](https://mnchristianashram.com/adults/):     - [Speakers](https://mnchristianashram.com/speakers/): Speakers for the 2025 Minnesota Christian Ashram The 2025 Minnesota Christian Ashram will be held at St. Paul’s Ev Lutheran Church in Minneapolis. Our speaker for this year include: Evangelist – 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 […] - [E. Stanley Jones](https://mnchristianashram.com/about/e-stanley-jones/): For more than half a century, Dr. E. Stanley Jones proclaimed the Gospel of Christ and applied it to men’s personal, social, national, and international problems as they arose on every continent and among all cultures. He was probably the world’s best-known and longest-tested Christian missionary and evangelist. He moved among statesmen and among leaders without portfolios as counselor, friend and worker for peace and goodwill. He helped hundreds of thousands, from village outcasts in India to molders of public opinion in America, Japan, Europe and India. In addition, he initiated and helped support institutions and movements on five continents– […] - [Children](https://mnchristianashram.com/children/) - [Youth](https://mnchristianashram.com/youth/): Check out our Facebook page here! - [Register](https://mnchristianashram.com/register/): Registration for the Minnesota Christian Ashram can be done up until October 14th. Registration Fees We will be returning to our homes or place of lodging on Friday night so no room and board fees will be required this year. There is a $7 fee per person that can be paid at the Ashram. Registration Information To register for the Ashram call Judy Madsen at (612) 338-4060. Please leave a voicemail with the following information: You can also email the above information to judithandjohnmadsen@gmail.com. If you prefer you can also Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church to register at 612-874-0133 Online Registration […] - [Contact Us](https://mnchristianashram.com/contact-us/): Do you have a question about the Minnesota Christian Ashram? Want to talk to someone about registration, or get more details about times, locations or costs? Contact us through the form on this page by entering your name, email, subject and a quick message. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can! - [About](https://mnchristianashram.com/about/): What is a Christian Ashram? It is a disciplined Christian experience held in a retreat setting for the purpose of deeper spiritual growth which makes God more real in daily living. This provides a break from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and a move toward the grace and presence of Jesus Christ. What can I expect at a Christian Ashram? Open Heart-A time when participants open their hearts to the group, expressing needs and sharing blessings. This time lays the groundwork for the closeness and bonding of our time together.Bible Hour-A time for in-depth Bible study led by […] ## Optional - [Agent (MCP protocol)](websites-agents.hostinger.com/mnchristianashram.com/mcp) [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)