Shoshanah Campus Program
In its 50th year, the Shoshanah Campus once again welcomes people of all ages from all around the globe to learn and grow in Messianic discipleship. This beautiful facility is nestled in the scenic Adirondack Mountains of Upstate New York, and provides the perfect setting for deep Bible study, fellowship and fun extending from early July right through Labor Day weekend.
2024 Program of Messianic Jewish Studies
Our program centers on grounding and growing believers through an in-depth study of the Scriptures from a Messianic Jewish perspective. You can attend the program for 1 week up to 8 weeks, even including Labor Day weekend, depending on your schedule, but you will benefit most if you can complete any or all of the 1-week, 2-week, 3-week, or Labor Day modules. The time of Bible study combined with worship, fellowship, and the beautiful surroundings, makes Shoshanah the perfect retreat for refreshment and renewal of your faith.
If you have any questions, our campus staff is ready to answer them. Call (518) 834-6057, email shoshanahcampus@ariel.org , or go to arielshoshanahcampus.com for more information. Click the button below to download the 2024 application form. A brochure for Shoshanah 2024 will be available soon.
We Look Forward To Seeing You This Summer For Shoshanah 2024!
2024 Course Curriculum
The Book of Exodus | Arnold Fruchtenbaum
The Book of Leviticus | Steve Shermett
The Book of Numbers | Arnold Fruchtenbaum
Jewish Family Life | David Barker
Eight Covenants of the Bible | Mottel Baleston
Highlights of the Minor Prophets | Arnold Fruchtenbaum
Plan of the Ages | Mottel Baleston
Messianic Jewish Theology Today | Tim Sigler
The Life of Messiah | Arnold Fruchtenbaum
The Book of Ezra | Paul Miles
The Book of Romans and the Jews | Mottel Baleston
The Book of Nehemiah | Paul Miles
Labor Day Weekend
Topics include:
- The Life and Rule of David | Arnold Fruchtenbaum
- The Life and Rule of Solomon | Arnold Fruchtenbaum
- Introduction to Bible Study Methods | Tim Sigler
Program Description
The Program of Messianic Jewish Studies has grown over the years to become an extensive offering of courses on various Bible topics all taught from a Messianic Jewish Perspective. The Program is divided into modules, the first being a two week curriculum followed by a three week curriculum. An intensive one-week course, The Life of Messiah from a Messianic Jewish Perspective, is always offered in the sixth week followed by another two week curriculum. These curricula cycle over a period of years, so that if you miss a module in one year, you could attend it in a later year. The courses on Labor Day Weekend can be taken as a module separately from the other modules.
You may attend for a single week, or for just one or two modules, or for the entire time, including Labor Day Weekend. The choice is yours, but we encourage you to attend all eight weeks and Labor Day Weekend of the Program if your schedule allows.
“This is a wonderful bible camp and retreat. Scripturally sound in-depth bible teaching. Highly recommended!”
Program Schedule
Classes begin on Monday morning and end on Friday evening. Classes take place in the morning hours and in the evenings after supper, and attendance is required. Each class session begins with a brief time of worship and is one hour in length, with the exception of 75 minute classes for the Highlights of the Life of Messiah course which is required only for those who are attending for the first time in weeks 3-5.
The schedule is designed to maximize the teaching time during the day, yet provide ample time for fun, fellowship, and relaxation. Thus, each afternoon is open time to enjoy fellowship, hiking, recreation at Trout Pond, other local attractions, or to take time with the Lord in personal study and prayer.
Each week comes to a fitting climax in a special Shabbat dinner with time for sharing, music and Israeli dancing for those so inclined, followed by the teaching service. Saturday is a free day for those continuing in their studies the following week, or departure day for those not continuing. Sunday mornings feature a time to gather for worship led by Ariel staff members and students. If you play a musical instrument, please bring it and assist in the worship times. The fun-filled Wednesday evening “entertainment night” provides further opportunities to use your musical and other abilities. Impromptu music always makes the Saturday and Sunday evening lakeside cookouts to be very special occasions indeed.
Camp Facilities and Programs
Programs for all. The main lecture hall and chapel, seats approximatley 80, equipped with sound system and air-conditioning. We also have our own private sandy beach on Trout Pond and a kitchen facility to serve 150 people.
Children and Youth Program
While the adults are attending the teaching sessions, the children and youth are also learning and being discipled by carefully selected committed staff using age appropriate settings and activities. Many of the young people have indicated that this time at Shoshanah is a highlight of their year.
Accommodations
Varied types of accommodations are available, from en-suite rooms to family cabins, RV spots, and camping facilities. Please note there are no single rooms available. The Administration strives to accommodate individuals and families to make the most efficient use of the facilities. All accommodations are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, with early registrants receiving preference for type of accommodation and dates. No pets are permitted in any of the facilities. If desired, off-site accommodation is available at local motels (contact the Shoshanah Office
for a list).
Meals at the Dining Facility
Meals are always a great time for relaxed conversation around the table while enjoying the well-prepared food selection. Please plan to arrive after 2pm on a Saturday, since the first meal for new arrivals is the special weekend evening cookout at the lakeside pavilion. Kitchen facilities may not be used by attendees to prepare special diet meals, and no food is allowed in the cabins. A refrigerator for medications is available in the dining hall. Please call the Campus office beforehand if you have any questions about special dietary or medical needs.
Shoshanah Scholarship Fund
Would you like to assist a pastor, church leader or missionary in their learning and training, who, because of financial constraints would not otherwise be able to attend? The Shoshanah Scholarship Fund does just that. You can go to the Shoshanah donation page and select “Shoshanah Campus-Scholarship Fund” to make your donation, or call the Shoshanah Office.A Scholarship Pays Eternal Dividends
Invest in the leadership you love. Churches can show their appreciation and love by sending their pastor and family to Shoshanah for a week or more. The deep Messianic scriptural understanding they gain will in turn be a blessing to the congregation and the lives of those they touch by their teaching.
Call the Shoshanah Office at (518) 834-6057 and we’ll help you donate to the Shoshanah Scholarship Fund or we can help you set up a *sponsorship for someone you have in mind that you would love to attend. (*Please note that sponsorships are not considered tax deductible gifts by IRS, whereas donations to the Scholarship Fund will receive tax deductible receipts.)
Whatever the case, Ariel’s Program of Messianic Jewish Studies is an investment that pays eternal dividends.
Tyndale Seminary Course Credit
If you are already enrolled as a student at Tyndale Seminary, you can receive three semester hours of graduate or undergraduate course credits for every 10-12 hours of study completed in our Program of Messianic Jewish studies at the Shoshanah Campus. For information on how to obtain credits, please contact Josh Bailey at (800) 886-1415, or email administration@tyndale.edu, or write to Registrar, Tyndale Seminary, 701 West Pipeline, Hurst, TX 76053.