Arizona Fall
Christian Ashram -
A Spiritual Retreat
for all ages - October 2 -4, 2026
Camp Pinerock, 1400 Pine Drive,
1Prescott, Arizona 86303
Click the ABOUT link for more details and the schedule.
What is a Christian Ashram
Created for accountability, fellowship, and discipleship, the Christian Ashram was brought to North America in 1940. The Christian Ashram, whether in the one-day, weekend, or weeklong format, continues as an effective way to authentically connect with one another and with Jesus Christ in the 21st Century, as the kingdom of God in the miniature on earth.
How did the Christian Ashrams begin
The Christian Ashram was founded in 1930 by Dr. E. Stanley Jones, missionary to India. Dr. Jones, world famous missionary, evangelist, and author, established the Christian Ashram movement at Sat Tal, India, where he took the ancient ashram format and gave it Christian content, grounding the program in Jesus Christ. At the time of his death there were 75 Christian Ashrams established in the United States, Canada, and around the world.
What to Expect
The SCHEDULE will be posted in the "About" Page. Please click on the three dashed lines in the upper left corner to find additional pages.
OPEN HEART HOUR
BIBLE HOUR
PRAYER GROUPS
A time where participants can open their hearts to the group, expressing needs and sharing blessings. This time lays the groundwork for the closeness and bonding of our time together.
A time for in-depth Bible study, led by JT Adkins. The Youth will have a separate Bible study led by the Youth Director.
PRAYER VIGIL
EVANGELISTIC SERMONS
Times led by our Christian Ashram evangelist, Matt Henson, whose dynamic, bold, and relevant messages stir the soul and rekindle the fire of our faith.
Participants will sign up to be in prayer in a room set aside at the camp or in a quiet place in your home for half hour and one hour time slots starting at 8:00 pm on Friday evening and ending at 10:00 am on Sunday morning. Click on About for more information.
MORNING WATCH
A time for quiet discussion of a specific chapter or verses lead by our Evangelist, Matt Henson.
Groups where participants reflect on what they have heard, share their prayer needs, encourage each other in faith, and pray for each other in love.
HEALING SERVICE
Chairs will be set up where participants can spend time with spiritual leaders to share concerns and be prayed for.
OVERFLOWING HEART
On Sunday morning, there will be a time for you to share how the Lord worked in your life this weekend. You may either post your response by clicking the link below or respond in-person in our closing circle.
Youth Program
Our youth program is designed for high school and college age students but is also appropriate for more mature middle schoolers as well. Students will have opportunities to participate in daily devotionals, small group discussion, and community building activities. Teacher Aaron will help the youth explore questions like:
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How can I become like Jesus?
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How do I remain centered on Jesus?
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How does God guide us?
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How does God guide us through our failures?
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And how do I grow through failure?
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Our Evangelist - Matt Henson
An energetic, dynamic, vision-casting adventurer for Jesus is one of the best ways to describe Rev. Matt Henson. Matt brings a fresh perspective and energy to the church and her ministry. He specializes in Evangelistic Preaching, Mission Experiences, Healing/ Reconciliation Ministry, and Youth/Young Adult Ministry, using his experience and passion to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ to all people.
Matt serves as the Executive Director of the United Christian Ashrams International Ministry and as Lead Evangelist for Living the Adventure Ministries, an evangelistic and mission ministry. Matt travels around the nation and around the world as part of these ministries. Matt and his wife, Nancy, have four sons (Elijah, Micah, Judah, and Isaiah) and one daughter, Sarafina.
Our Bible Teacher - Joseph Adkins
Ministry for JT began in 1999 when he left Louisiana at 18 and joined a dramatic ministry that took him all around the nation and Canada spreading the good news of Jesus Christ. Both focused on Youth and family restoration, JT was able to see multiple generations restored. Ever since, he has been heavily involved in local church ministry, small group leadership, youth ministry, and traveling evangelism. He is the Marketing and Communications Chair for the United Christian Ashrams, International. His true passion is for the love of Jesus to be made famous, and the Ashram is a perfect place for that to happen. This last year, he attended his 56th Ashram. This year, he is looking forward to serving our Ashram. Jesus is Lord
Worship
We will have a variety of people and groups leading worship so that we can provide both traditional hymns and contemporary praise music.
Talent Show
We encourage you to share your talents during our Talent Show at 4:00 pm on Saturday. You are welcome to upload a video of singing, dancing, reciting, or playing an instrument to our webpage. In addition, you may upload photos of your artwork, photography, needlework, or other graphic arts in our Padlet to share with the community.
Register and Join our Ashram Mailing List
Contact Us
Director: Kate Flavell 951-515-5176 kateflavell@gmail.com
Registrar: Cheryle Dunkelberg
cre8ivehands@yahoo.com 602-799-6141
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Fall registration is due by September 10th
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Adults: Registration - $45.00
Room & Board per person:
Dorm - no linens. bunk beds- $145
Deluxe cabin - linens provided - $175
Youth 12- 18 Room & Board - $145.00
Children 4 - 11: Room & Board - $110.00
Children 0-3: Room & Board - $50.00
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Mail registration to:
Cheryle Dunkelburg
14226 N. 37th Street
Phoenix, AZ 85032
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