Texas Christian Ashram

03/06/2024

Please join us in prayer for the Douglas Church Christian Ashram in Ruston, Louisianna on March 8-9, 2024. Brother Bob Utley is the Bible Teacher and Brother JT Adkins is the evangelist. Brother Jeremy Jones is serving as the local director.

It's not too late to register! To find out more, click here! https://www.mydouglaschurch.org/

07/16/2022

A message from Stephanie Jenkins:
"The term “Ashram” throws people. It is eastern in origin and a word E. Stanley Jones felt most embodied his vision for teaching the love and word of Jesus to those in all stages of Christian faith. Essentially, it means “religious retreat.”

The Texas Christian Ashram has been my home for 35 years. For one week every summer, I reunite with this wonderful group. At the end of every year, some will share what they gained during their week at the TCA. The one word that seemed to be in everyone’s testimony was “JOY!”

In a world where things are uncertain and scary, this camp gives us all a place to feel welcome, unjudged, and joyous. I’ve napped when I needed, prayed when I needed, shared when I needed, learned when I needed. I soaked in the babies, elementary kiddos, and older youth learning about Jesus and feeling his presence in a way that speaks to them. I watched them do crafts and play games and make lifelong friends (just like I did). I listened to adults of all ages discuss and pray, all with one goal: to know the love of Christ.

This place is the Kingdom of God in miniature. Without a doubt, this is the hardest day of the year. Knowing I need to return to “life,” knowing I’m going to spend the next year desperately seeking the community I have with my Ashram family.
Over the past 7 years, I have watched my oldest daughter, and then now my youngest, find the same home. Find “their people.” I spent yesterday comforting them when they struggled to understand why we couldn’t stay. And today, I’ve listened to both my girls sing praise songs non-stop, and play “Ashram” with their barbies, and talk about the Bible stories they learned, share their crafts with me, and want to look at pictures to reminisce.

On the last day, I overheard someone who was attending for their first year say something that I’ve heard from most people who attend their first time: “My friend has been asking me to come for X years. What took me so long?”

If you want more information on this non-denominational, Christian retreat, please reach out to me. ❤️"
www.texaschristianashram.org

07/25/2020

😍🥰 Powerful words by a TCA attendee...

My heart overflows...

Over the past few days we have been challenged to promote and share the good news of the Kingdom of God. I am grateful that my time at this Ashram has made that easier, by allowing me to see the Kingdom.

We were also asked who we say that Jesus is, and how we know. We were reminded that information is different than revelation. We were given a lot of wonderful information, as scriptures were read and insights given. So, now it is my job to try to answer the questions, and share my good news.

I know that Jesus is joy, because it was revealed to me in Beth's smile. I know that Jesus heals, because it was revealed to me in the powerful prayers for healing spoken by Ruth and Charles. I know that Jesus is love, because it was revealed to me in the reassurances given to Leigh. I know that Jesus speaks through music, because it was revealed to me in the voices of Mary Lou, Debbie, Johnny, Esther and Christina, and in the way Charles plays the piano and organ. I know that Jesus is powerful, because it was revealed to me in the powerful speaking of Matt, Bill and Bob. I know that Jesus is compassion, because it was revealed to me in the way Kris cares for Barbara. I know that Jesus is passion, because it was revealed to me in Sharon's enthusiasm.

My heart overflows with the revelation of who Jesus is, and what the kingdom looks like, as seen in the faces of His children.

(Editor's Note: This encouragement email comes from the time of the Overflowing Heart at the Virtual Texas Christian Ashram and used with permission.)

07/14/2020

🚨Our dates have been announced for 2021!🚨
We will meet at Scottsville Camp & Conference Center in Marshall, TX on July 10-15, 2021. Visit our website, www.texaschristianashram.org/registration, to register online (this is the preferable method, as it is quick and doesn't run the risk of your check being lost in the mail, but obviously we'll be happy to accept a printable form, also found at this link).

*If you were registered for 2020, I will do my best to keep you in the room we discussed back in March. If you’re unsure, send me a message and we’ll work it out.*

Important Note: You will need one Health Form for every person in your family. There are two forms on each page. Please bring with you to the Ashram.

07/14/2020

First 2021 Texas Ashram Registration came through tonight! We have one more day of our 2020 Virtual Ashram and we’ve already been joined by people all over the world (India, Columbia, etc.). Join us tomorrow for the last day of activities before we kick off our preparation for 2021!

bit.ly/2020ashram (for the Virtual Ashram)
www.texaschristianashram.org (for 2021 registration information)

07/11/2020

The 2020 Virtual Texas Christian Ashram kicked off this morning with John Hobbs leading Morning Watch. Please join us for our introductions and Open Heart, which lays the groundwork for the closeness and bonding of our time together.

You may join us by clicking on this link. There is no password. We look forward to seeing you! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86529240670

07/05/2020

Good evening and Happy 4th of July!

As we get closer to the Virtual Texas Christian Ashram, many of you have been asking how this will happen. Please watch this short video by our Director, Denton Florian, which will explain in detail how you can participate!
https://youtu.be/FUUeBh7ZuPM

Without further adieu, below is the link to the Virtual TCA website. If you are not currently registered for the 2020 Ashram, please do so at the top of the website. Registering will allow for you to be assigned to a prayer group, along with other features of our 2020 experience.
www.bit.ly/2020ashram

We hope you are able to take advantage of the shorter version of our Ashram, as well as the lack of travel! Please forward these links to your family and friends, so they too can worship in this new and exciting way. We look forward to participating with you and please let us know if you have any questions.

**Keep an eye out for 2021 Registration, as well. Information on that will be sent out very soon!**

01/18/2020

Updated with correct dates!

Now that 2020 is in full swing, it's time to prepare for the 3rd Annual Austin Christian Ashram! The ACA is an extension of the Texas Ashram and was formed when long-time attendees began looking for a way to "refresh" before we meet again in July. As a result, two of our most outstanding speakers meet in Austin every February to a growing audience of new attendees! If this is something in which you're interested, please check it out!

12/03/2019

On this , please consider a donation to the Texas Christian Ashram. Your donation goes toward providing dynamic and powerful speakers for camp week, materials for work hour, teaching tools, crafts, and supplies for the Children’s Programs, scholarships, and countless other things to keep the TCA running. You may make a donation by visiting www.texaschristianashram.com or contacting us for information on how to pay by cash or check. 🥰 Thank you!

11/25/2019

In this episode, Rev. Matt Henson interviews Roberto Escamilla. Roberto is one of the original leaders of the Christian Ashram movement who personally knew Brother E. Stanley Jones.