Season of Our Joy

What you can expect . . .

Daily Praise through Song and Dance - every Main Session begins with meaningful songs and praise dance. Everyone is welcome to participate.  There are numerous opportunities throughout the festival to learn Hebraic circle dance.

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Inspiring Messages - Special 'Main Session' messages from knowledgeable 'Messiah-centered' teachers help us to understand the meaning of the festival and enlighten us on various aspects of the Hebraic walk ... and Yes, you can ask questions!

Deuteronomy Reading - Moses instructed the priests to read the Torah out loud every 7 years at the Feast. Though we do not read the entire Torah, we do read the entire book of Deuteronomy together and have a lively discussion after each portion.  This year's (2024) Deuteronomy Readings will be held in the conference center following morning Praise and Worship.

Group Meals - Evening meals are enjoyed as a group.  Whether it's a 'pot-luck' or an SOOJ sponsored event, there is a feast of food and fellowship every evening.

Break-Out Sessions - 'Discovered something interesting in the scriptures and want to share it with others or a particular skill that might be of benefit to those 'in the walk'? Sign up for a Break Out session and be a blessing to the camp!

Activities - Swimming, boating, fishing, ga-ga ball, 9-square, and many other activities are available at Camp Shiloh.

Midnight Midrash - Want to just sit around and discuss the scriptures? Come to the evening 'Midnight Midrash' and bring a topic you'd like to discuss.  Though they start in the evening, they are usually over before midnight!

Build a Sukkah! - You can build a sukkah practically anywhere on campus. Deck it out with fruit, vegetables, and willow branches and invite your new-found friends over for wine and cheese!

Pitch In! - The best way to enjoy the Feast is to be a part of it. Participate in the 'Tribes' program and help share the workload so everyone can have an AWESOME feast!