Dates
Note: Schedule subject to change. Adequate notice will be given whenever possible.
Here is what a year in the Kaléo program looks like (2022-23):
September 14 |
Arrival at Qwanoes! 1pm–4pm. A Briercrest representative will be on site, and fees may be paid this day if this hasn’t already been done. |
September 15-16 |
Further registration (forms, photos, etc., 9 – 11 AM) Orientation and other events |
Throughout Program |
Ministry: A selection of full and partial weekends in camp ministry |
Throughout Program |
Ministry: Local church ministry |
Throughout Program |
Community: All in the context of a small group community, along with community care (taking responsibility for the place you live) |
Throughout Program |
Leadership Development: Intertwined into all aspects of the program as well as intentional and focused leadership training times |
September 19-21 |
Adventure: Strathcona Park – Backpack Trip |
September 26-30 |
Academics: Introduction to Spiritual Theology (THEO 112) |
October 4-6 |
Adventure: Surf Trip in Tofino |
October 11-14 |
Adventure: SALTS Sailing Trip |
October 19-21 |
Academics: Camp, Retreats and Short Term Missions Trips #1 (YM 220) |
October 24-28 |
Week of Prayer and Leadership |
November 2-4 |
Community Service: LOVE Crofton |
November 14-18 |
Academics: Introduction to Old Testament (BLST 111) |
December 5-9 |
Academics: Introduction to Christian Theology (THEO 115) |
Dec 15 - Jan 1 |
Christmas Break beginning on December 15 Arrive back on January 1 by dinner |
January 2-6 |
Academics: Introduction to New Testament (BLST 109) |
January 9-13 |
Adventure: Mount Washington Snow Trip |
January 16-20 |
Leadership Week and CVYN/ONE (January 20) |
Jan 30 - Feb 3 |
Academics: Foundations of Church Ministry (CM 101) |
February 9-22 |
Ministry: Mission Trips |
Feb 27 - Mar 3 |
Academics: Engaging The Ideas Of This World (IDST 200) |
March 16-18 |
Adventure: French Beach Camping Trip |
March 20-24 |
Academics: Pauline Epistles (BLST 230) |
April 3-4 |
Academics: Cam, Retreats and Short Term Mission Trips #2 (YM 220) |
April 7-10 |
Adventure: 4 Day Kayak Trip |
April 14-16 April 16 |
Graduation Retreat – Parents Invited! (April 15 - Grad Ceremony) |