Bible Study October 31 – November 4, 2024

Being here was a liberating experience

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I felt this [was] a real opportunity to appreciate, love, and see God’s man. Being here was a liberating experience — very helpful.

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– Bible Study participant

Explore the Scriptures

All who love the Bible are invited to come together for a time of fellowship and scholarship! Join us in the inspirational setting of the Rocky Mountains for Bible Study, discussions with other spiritual thinkers, recreation, and relaxation.

At the A/U Ranches’ Adult Bible Study program, you'll discover the Bible’s relevance for today’s society and how its teachings can guide individuals and churches alike. Days are a mix of study, lively discussion, and times of rest and relaxation. Delicious meals and new friendships await all.

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Learn about this year’s program

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Helen gave on the Corinthian Church

2024 Topic The Maverick Gospel of John

From the instructor, Helen Mathis:

What makes the Gospel of John so different from the other three gospels in our New Testament? What kind of community was behind this Gospel? What can we learn about the Beloved Disciple? We will explore some of the many prominent themes in this brilliant Gospel, tap into its deep spirituality and wisdom, and find resonance with our own times.

About the Instructor: Helen Mathis

After living in Swaziland with her family for nine years, Helen earned her Masters in Biblical Studies in 1998 from the Pacific School of Religion, one of nine seminaries of the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, CA. Helen then spent four years as director of the Foundation for Biblical Research in New Hampshire, providing workshops for the public conducted by leading Bible scholars and also professional development opportunities for clergy and lay leaders.

She has taught the Bible around the country for 18 years, as well as three years teaching the Bible and Christian history at Principia College. She wrote for and edited a Bible study curriculum series for the nonprofit, Bible Study Seminars. These past six years she and two colleagues have compiled, annotated, and published the book, An Annotated Bibliography of Academic and Other Literature on Christian Science, the contents of which are now available online at csbibliography.org.

Helen Mathis2023

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Service Weekend

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2025 Dates

  • May 23–26
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2025 Rates

  • Adults: $59
  • Youth (13 and under): $49

Family & Adult Camp

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2025 Dates

Full Session

  • Family & Adult Camp 1: June 19–25
  • Family & Adult Camp 2: June 27 – July 3
  • Family & Adult Camp 3: August 9–15

Half Sessions

  • August 9–12
  • August 12–15
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2025 Rates

Full Session

  • Adult: $1185
  • Youth (8-13): $995
  • Child (1-7): $870
  • Infant (0-11 mo.): $420

Half Sessions

  • Adult: $755
  • Youth: $645
  • Child: $560
  • Infant: $290

Adult Mini Camp

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2025 Dates

Full Session

  • August 17–23

Half Sessions

  • August 17–20
  • August 20–23
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2025 Rates

Full Session

  • $1095

Half Sessions

  • $700

Additional Fees

  • Horsemanship Clinic: $150
  • Watercolor Workshop: $100

Bible Study

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2025 Dates

  • October 30 – November 3
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2025 Rates

  • Adult: $730

Christmas Camp

All of our guest spaces for Christmas Camp 2024 have been filled.

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2024 Dates

Full Session

  • December 21–27, 2024

Half Sessions

  • December 21–24
  • December 24–27
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2024 Rates

Full Session

  • Adult: $1220
  • Youth (8-13): $1045
  • Child (1-7): $845
  • Infant (0-11 mo.): $420

Half Sessions

  • Adult: $780
  • Youth/child: (1-13): $620
  • Infant: $290

1 Complete registration

The registration process takes approximately 15 minutes. Please be prepared with the following information:

  • Emergency contact information for two people (name, phone number, address)
  • Payment information (credit card or e-check)

Register

2 Explore financial aid options

Financial aid is available through The Campership Fund (TCF), an organization that supports individuals attending any Christian Science camp. To apply for funds, fill out TCF’s campership application. They can meet up to 75% of tuition costs (including program and stayover fees). If TCF awards less than what you request, the additional need is passed along to us – no need to fill out a separate A/U Ranches campership application.

Campership Fund Application

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