Ontario Christian Assembly

09/25/2026

Men: The world is being promised a golden age: crime solved, poverty gone, death postponed, humanity merged with the machine. The pitch is old. It is the same whisper that began in Eden - you shall be as gods.

This year’s Men’s Retreat is built to help Christian men see that promise clearly, and refuse it.

St. Anthony’s Field Guide to Surviving the AI Apocalypse
October 2–3, 2026 (Fri–Sat)
Camp OCA | Mono, Ontario

Led by Jim Tune, with featured teaching from C.R. Wiley

Wiley is a widely published pastor / theologian and the author of Manmade: Saint Anthony’s Guide to Surviving the AI Apocalypse (Canon Press). He is also known among Reformed men for Man of the House and The Household and the War for the Cosmos — books that call men back to analog courage, household strength, and creaturely limits under God.

What men can expect him to cover:

- AI is not a person. There is “no one home.” It is a glorified pattern-machine - useful as a tool, dangerous as a companion, counselor, or friend.
- The real temptation is theological. Silicon Valley’s project is not merely technical. It is a bid to transcend the body, escape death, and remake man in our own image.
- St. Anthony as a field guide. The desert father is the antithesis of the transhumanist dream: a man who accepted limits, practiced discernment of spirits, and learned to see evil clearly through prayer, fasting, and unhurried attention.
- Nightmare or dream. Like fire, AI can cook a meal or burn the house down. The difference is whether we remain men under God’s Word - or outsource thought, work, and counsel to a spiritless intelligence.
- Stay analog enough to stay human. Writing, thinking, praying, and leading a household are not inefficiencies to automate. They are part of what it means to bear the image of God.
- A third way. Not fearful withdrawal, and not merging with the machine. Wiley calls the faithful path something closer to “apple pie and rocket ships” - gratitude for creaturely life, and wise use of tools without kneeling to them.

This is a weekend for men, sons, grandsons, and mentors (ages 10+). Bible study, worship, fellowship, good food, coffee, and the kind of conversation that is hard to have in a notification-saturated week.

Details

- Check-in: Friday, 6:00 pm
- Check-out: Saturday, 4:00 pm
- Saturday-only option: check in 8:00 am, program at 9:00 am (same fee)
- Meals from Friday supper through Saturday lunch
- 18+: $75 | 13–17: $60 | 10–12: $40

Register here: https://www.ocainc.ca/mens-retreat/

The question Wiley puts to every reader is the question of the weekend:

Will you step over your humanity — or accept your limits with gratitude and remain a man under Christ?

Bring a brother. Bring a son.

08/07/2026

We’re just one week away from ReBoot 2026 (August 14–16), and spots are filling fast!

This year’s theme “Chatting with GPT – God’s Perfect Truth” could not be more timely. Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we learn, create, and even seek answers. At ReBoot we’ll explore both the remarkable usefulness of AI and its real spiritual dangers, equipping young adults to filter every interaction through the unchanging truth of Scripture.

Good news: We’ve extended the free official ReBoot 2026 t-shirt offer through Monday, August 10. Register by the end of the day Monday and the shirt is yours.

Still available:
• Bring a Friend – Half Price: Previous ReBoot attendees who bring a first-time friend get that friend half-price registration.

Whether you’re a former camper longing to return to those familiar 50 acres, or you simply need a weekend of solid teaching, fellowship, games (with zero cleanup duties), and spiritual renewal this is your invitation.

Go here to save your spot: https://www.ocainc.ca/reboot-young-adult-retreat/

P.S. Know a young adult who needs this? Share this message or bring them at half price!

07/24/2026

Grown up Campers! Do you remember those unforgettable summer weeks at Camp OCA? Night games under the stars, campfire talks that stirred your heart, and the first real sense that Jesus was calling you deeper? For many of us, those childhood memories still shape who we are. Now, as young adults navigating careers, relationships, and a world transformed by technology, it’s time to come back and reboot that foundation.

We’re thrilled to invite you to the fourth annual ReBoot Young Adult Retreat this August 14th-16th at Camp OCA! Designed for ages 18–40ish, this weekend centres on the timely theme:

“Chatting with GPT – God’s Perfect Truth”

Artificial intelligence gives us instantaneous access to nearly all human knowledge. It can be an incredible tool for learning, creating, and serving. Yet AI has no soul, no agency, and no commitment to truth. It is trained by biased humans, often carries an anti-Christian worldview, and is programmed to tickle our ears—telling us what we want to hear rather than what is true. At ReBoot 2026 we will explore both the powerful opportunities and the real spiritual dangers of AI, equipping you to filter every interaction through the unchanging lens of Scripture.

Here’s what awaits you:

- Epic games and night games (just like when we were kids) with zero cleanup duties
- All meals provided from Friday supper to Sunday lunch
- Powerful, practical teaching on living wisely in an AI-driven world
- Deep fellowship with other believers who “get it”
- Time to unplug, reconnect with God, and rebuild community
- Special Speaker Peter Ejtel: "Guarding God’s Perfect Truth"

Two special incentives this year:

- FREE Official ReBoot 2026 T-Shirt: Register before August 7th and the shirt is yours—compliments of Camp OCA.
- Half-Price Friend Rate for Previous ReBoot attendees: Have you attended previously? Bring a first-time friend and they pay only half price. It’s the perfect way to share the experience and grow our community.

Spots are limited to 60, and they always go quickly. Don’t miss the free shirt deadline or the chance to invite someone new at half price.

We can’t wait to welcome you (and your friends) back to the familiar 50 acres of Ontario wilderness for a weekend of fun, truth, and transformation

Register today! https://www.ocainc.ca/reboot-young-adult-retreat/

04/03/2026

Good Friday: The Greatest Love Story Ever Told

This Good Friday, as we gather in quiet reflection, our hearts turn once again to the foot of the cross. There, on a hill called Golgotha, the Son of God willingly laid down His life for you and for me. The Bible tells us that “while we were still sinners, Christ died for us” (Romans 5:8). In that single, dark moment of history, the perfect, sinless Lamb of God took upon Himself every wrong we have ever committed—and ever will commit. The weight of our guilt, our shame, and our separation from God was nailed to that rough wooden beam.

On Good Friday we remember the cost of our redemption. The sky grew dark. The earth shook. The temple veil was torn in two. What seemed like the ultimate defeat was, in truth, the greatest victory the universe has ever known. Through His suffering and death, Jesus opened the way for us to be forgiven, restored, and brought near to the Father. The cross stands as the undeniable proof of God’s relentless love: not because we were worthy, but because He is.

Yet even as we pause in solemn gratitude on this holy day, we do not remain in sorrow. We look ahead with confident hope to Resurrection Sunday. The same Jesus who breathed His last on Friday rose triumphantly on the third day, conquering sin and death forever. Because He lives, we too have the promise of new life—both now and for eternity. The empty tomb declares that no darkness is too deep for His light, and no grave is strong enough to hold the power of His love.

As we walk through this weekend, may the reality of the cross humble us and the certainty of the resurrection fill us with unshakeable joy. Let us live each day in the light of what Jesus accomplished: forgiven, free, and full of hope.

All of us who serve at OCA wish you a deeply meaningful Good Friday, and a glorious resurrection celebration on Sunday.

01/17/2026

Winter has arrived in full force, but at Camp OCA, that means it’s time for one of our favorite seasons: winter weekends full of worship, fun, and life-changing encounters with Jesus!

This Friday (January 23), our SR High Winter Camp begins – and we’d love for your grade 9–12 students to be part of it!

SR High Winter Camp
January 23–25, 2026 (Fri 7pm check-in – Sun 3pm check-out)
Theme: Hope of Nations
Led by: Dean Samara Midgett

What to Expect:

- Powerful worship and teaching
- Epic games, outdoor fun in the snow, and guaranteed campfires
- Fellowship that builds lifelong friendships
- Heated, modern cabins – all meals included (Sat + Sun breakfast/lunch)

Just $90 per camper – everything covered!

This is an amazing weekend where teens unplug (no devices allowed), dive into God’s Word, and experience His glory in 50 acres of beautiful Ontario nature. As we remind every camper: Christ is Lord, and salvation is through Him alone.

Spots are filling fast – register today so your student doesn’t miss out!

Register SR High Winter Camp Now: https://www.ocainc.ca/winter-camp/

And the winter fun doesn’t stop there…

Next weekend (Jan 30–Feb 1): Jr High Winter Camp (Grades 6–8) – same spirit of worship, games, campfires, and discipleship for $90! Perfect for middle schoolers ready to grow in faith. Register Here: https://www.ocainc.ca/winter-camp-jr-high/

The weekend after (Feb 6–8): Winter ReBoot Young Adult Retreat (18–40ish) – a special reboot with sledding, bonfires, deep teaching on “Follow the Leader,” and no dish duty! Led by Pastor Andy Parisien + special speaker Peter Ejtel. Only 60 spots! Register Here: https://www.ocainc.ca/winter-reboot-young-adult-retreat/

Whether it’s high schoolers hearing the gospel afresh, junior high kids building character, or young adults rediscovering joy in following Jesus – these weekends are where God does big things.

“Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.” (Proverbs 22:6)

Thank you for trusting OCA with your young people. Your prayers and support make these transformative weekends possible. All programs are professionally supervised, Christ-centered, and focused on biblical truth.

12/24/2025

On this peaceful Christmas Eve, as the world quiets and lights twinkle in the darkness, we pause to remember the profound miracle that changed everything: the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ. "For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord" (Luke 2:11). This is why we celebrate—not just a holiday, but the arrival of hope incarnate, the Light of the world stepping into our brokenness to bring redemption and grace.

In a season often filled with busyness and fleeting joys, Christmas Eve invites us to reflect on God's sovereign plan of salvation. As Tim Keller so poignantly reminds us, "The world can't save itself. That's the message of Christmas." Indeed, in Jesus, we find the only true rescue from sin and despair, a gift freely given through faith alone.

We at Ontario Christian Assembly are deeply grateful for you—our faithful supporters, volunteers, and friends. Your prayers, generosity, and partnership throughout the year have enabled us to host retreats and camps where children, youth, and families from supporting congregations encounter this same life-changing gospel. Together, we're nurturing the next generation in the truth of Scripture, just as the angels proclaimed good news of great joy for all people.

As we await the dawn of Christmas morning, may your hearts be filled with the peace that surpasses understanding (Philippians 4:7). We wish you and your loved ones a blessed Christmas Eve, rich with worship, fellowship, and the quiet wonder of Emmanuel—God with us.

In Christ's enduring love,

Peter Ejtel
President
Ontario Christian Assembly Inc.

12/02/2025

Today millions of people around the world are choosing generosity over more stuff. We praise God you’re part of that movement!

Because of friends like you, Ontario Christian Assembly remains one of the most affordable (and often free) camp options for Church of Christ families across Ontario and beyond.

Today every dollar you give goes directly to:

$75 – covers meals for one camper
$300 – covers campers for an entire life-changing week
$3000 – sponsors an entire cabin of 10 kids

“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them…” (Mark 10:14)

Your gift today removes every barrier so children and youth from our churches can hear the pure gospel of grace, be baptized into Christ, and grow in faith alongside friends who love Jesus.

Thank you for cheerfully partnering with us “for the equipping of the saints… until we all reach unity in the faith and in the knowledge of the Son of God” (Ephesians 4:12-13).

Donate Today! https://www.ocainc.ca/donate/

Because of Jesus – and because of YOU – camp will happen again in 2026.

Joyfully His,

Peter Ejtel
and the whole OCA team
Camp OCA

11/29/2025

Giving Tuesday is only 3 days away – will you help send more kids to camp in 2026?

This weekend the world is buzzing with Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, and Cyber Monday. Inboxes are overflowing with “once-in-a-lifetime” deals.

But in just three days, something far better arrives: Giving Tuesday – a global day set aside to love our neighbors in the name of Jesus.

“Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” (2 Corinthians 9:7)

At Ontario Christian Assembly, every dollar you give on Giving Tuesday goes straight toward:

Week-long summer camps where hundreds of children and youth hear the gospel clearly taught

Fall and winter retreats that strengthen Church of Christ families and youth groups

Keeping camp affordable (and often fully subsidized) for supporting congregations

Your gift this Tuesday helps the next generation fall in love with Jesus around the campfire, in the chapel, and on the ballfield – just like so many of us did years ago.

Mark your calendar for Tuesday, December 2 and look for our special Giving Tuesday email that morning.

Thank you for prayerfully considering OCA as you prepare your year-end giving. Together we’re raising up the next generation “in the nurture and admonition of the Lord” (Ephesians 6:4).

P.S. If the Lord leads you to give early, you can always donate securely right now – every gift helps!

Click here to Donate:

We require the prayers and generous support of our churches and alumni to ensure that young people continue to have the unique experience of growing in Christ and establishing friendships that last a lifetime. Please donate right now by filling out the secure form below and selecting which fund you

11/09/2025

Hearts are full after Unraveled at OCA! ✨ Thank you to all the incredible women who came, connected, and reminded us that beauty is found in the unraveling and the rebuilding.

07/31/2025

That’s a wrap on summer camp! 🌞🎉 New memories made, friendships formed, and adventures we’ll never forget. Until next time! 🏕️💚