Camp Israel Update Print E-mail
Written by Scott Diffenderfer   
Monday, 11 April 2005

There are still openings on the team!

Yeshiva sign mockup
Apply Now!

To support our mission of, "Equipping YHWH's people for the restoration of all things," the MIA is establishing a study center at Old Path's Assembly in Lucerne Valley California. This will be a house of study and retreat center focused on training up leaders and equipping all of Israel. One of our goals for this current year is to establish the infrastructure for this center.

Located on thirty acres in the high dessert in southern California, this facility is a wonderful place to study His Word and prepare His people. We are thrilled that Allen and Roberta Stanfield have offered their property for this Kingdom purpose. There are currently several houses, a worship center, industrial kitchen, recreational facilities, and a stocked pond on this property (among other surprises)!

The Messianic Israel Study Center will have over fifteen instructors, experienced educators, a seven-week face-to-face curriculum, and flexible scheduling that will meet your needs. In addition, there will be ongoing mentoring, and true discipleship. The first courses are to begin in January of 2006. Stay tuned for further updates but for now, we have some work to do to get the property prepared.

So... what is Camp Israel? It is a summer camp for the young men of the MIA (ages 17-24). These volunteers will be working on maintenance and landscaping projects around the facility preparing it for the Study Center and Sukkot. They will receive housing, food, and fellowship in exchange for some labor and laughter. They will also gain some very useful instruction.

In the afternoons, survival experts Allen Stanfield and Ya’akov Rice will instruct these young men in wilderness techniques. They will also participate in Hebrew language studies every day.

Camp Israel will run from June 20-30, 2005. This unique "camp" is an opportunity for young men to contribute in a meaningful manner to the mission of the MIA and the needs of His people. They will experience wonderful fellowship while making a lasting contribution to His Kingdom.

Allen and Roberta Stanfield along with Ya'akov and Valerie Rice will be leading the camp. These faithful friends will watch over the youth while bringing out the best in all involved through their joyful spirits and the light of Y'shua.

This first camp will be limited to ten young men. These young men will be carefully selected from all who apply. At this time, we feel it is wise to begin the work process with only young men. This is not meant to limit but rather to protect. Please know that there will be a later opportunity for young women to contribute as well!

Let us see what the YMIA can do! It is a wonderful thing to watch the next generation rise up and take charge.

For all who are interested in attaining an application or more information please call the MIA Home Office - (800) 829-8777.

 
< Prev   Next >