The academic year of the Seminary will start with a study retreat, so that students, lecturers and guests can get to know each other better and take part in the seminar's activities in a relaxed atmosphere.
The first summer session of the next academic year 25/26, will take place on August 27-30, 2025. It will be a 4-day session, where in addition to studies, we also fellowship - socialize, worship, go swimming in the sea, sightseeing, play social games and etc. We will have a great time together near the sea, surrounded by beautiful nature. We want to build good relationships, fellowship, and a good spiritual foundation for the new school year ahead. You will be able to come there with your family and friends. Participants will be charged a reasonable fee for accommodation and food.
Please registeryourself, your friends and family here. Before 15th of August.
WHEN
On August 26 we will start with an Orientation Day for new students in Tallinn at 10.00 - 16.00, where useful information about the learning process, systems and programs, faculty and seminary life will be shared.
Then, after a short coffee break, we will be given a tour of the seminary.
On August 27 in the morning all registered for the session students, faculty and guests will leave for Camp Gedeon in Ida-Virumaa.
We will return to Tallinn on Saturday evening, August 30.
WHERE
In Ida-Virumaa, on the beach of Aa, at the Camp Gideon.
Overnight stay will be in the Camp Gideon, you have to bring your own bed linen.
STUDY
Wes and Joy Griffin are the guests and main instructors for the session. They are co-founders of the seminary. The theme of their lectures will be "Advancing the Kingdom of God: the Outpouring of the Spirit in Uncertain Times"
Our world is straining under the current political, economic, social and spiritual challenges. We are also witnessing God pour out the Holy Spirit in unprecedented ways on a global scale. Now, more than ever, the Body of Christ needs to be mobilized to cooperate with this contemporary outpouring of the Holy Spirit so that the Kingdom of God can be advanced in our local and national contexts. Dr. Wes and Joy Griffin will explore the biblical and theological foundations for advancing the Kingdom of God, as well as equip participants with practical leadership skills.
Wes and Joy Griffin served on the founding team for the Baltic Methodist Theological Seminary. They are known as global ambassadors for the spread of the Gospel with a special passion for leadership and spiritual formation. Their travels have taken them to over 80 nations around the world as teachers, preachers, and mobilizers. Currently, Joy is the Founder and President of Operation Beautiful Feet, a ministry focused on spreading the Gospel where the Gospel is needed most. Wes serves on Joy’s team and he is also the chairperson of the Kingdom Advancement Commission for the Global Methodist Church where he oversees evangelism, church planting, missions, unreached people groups and disaster response.
TAKE WITH YOU:
- Bible
- Clothes and shoes for both warm and rainy weather.
- Swimwear
- towel
- bed linen
- toiletries
- mosquito repellent
- learning aids (notebook, pen, computer and charger)
- water bottle
- board games, etc.
BRING A FRIEND
Your friends and acquaintances are also welcome! A great way to get a closer look at seminary`s life!
Please registeryourself, your friends and family here. Before 15th of August.
The participation fee includes meals and accommodation.
25 EUR per student.
60 EUR per guest.
40 EUR For children aged 7-17 years
Free of charge for children aged 0-6a.
PAYMENT INFORMATION
Recipient: Eesti Metodisti Kirik
Invoice number: EE842200221010980782
Explanation: Augusti väljasõit, name
Amount: 25, or 60, or 40 EUR