Note: Schedule subject to change. Adequate notice will be given whenever possible.
Here is what a year in the Kaléo program looks like (2024-25):
September 11 |
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 12-13 |
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 16-18 |
Adventure: Strathcona Park – Backpack Trip |
September 23-27 |
Academics: Introduction to Spiritual Theology (THEO 112) |
October 1-3 |
Adventure: Surf Trip in Tofino |
October 7-11 |
Week of Prayer and Leadership |
October 15-18 |
Adventure: SALTS Sailing Trip |
October 22 - Oct 24 |
Camp and Youth Ministry #1 (YM 220) |
October 30-November 1 | Community Service: LOVE Crofton |
November 11-15 |
Academics: Introduction to Old Testament (BLST 111) |
December 4-8 |
Academics: Introduction to Christian Theology (THEO 115) |
Dec 12- Jan 4 |
Christmas Break beginning on December 14 Arrive back on January 1 by dinner |
January 6-10 |
Academics: Introduction to New Testament (BLST 109) |
January 13-17 |
Adventure: Mount Washington Snow Trip |
Feb 3-7 |
Academics: Foundations of Church Ministry (CM 101) |
February 13-26 |
Ministry: Mission Trips |
March 3-7 | Academics: Pauline Epistles (BLST 230) |
March 17-19 |
Adventure: French Beach Camping Trip |
March 24- 28 | Academics: Engaging The Ideas Of This World (IDST 200) |
April 2-3 |
Academics: Camp and youth Ministry # 2 (YM 220) |
April 8-11 |
Adventure: 4 Day Kayak Trip |
April 16-18 |
Graduation Retreat – Parents Invited! (April 17 - Grad Ceremony) |
April 18 | Departure Day |