This year Justice Camp is in Edmonton and it is exploring such rivetingly interesting topics as “faith and the tar sands”. If only I could be absolutely certain that none of the jet fuel of the plane I would have to fly on would come from the demon tar sands, the temptation to attend would be irresistible.
From here:
Participants will choose from seven immersion experiences on topics ranging from the relationship between faith and the tar sands, urban responses to systemic poverty, and interreligious perspectives on land and human life. These are complemented by time for biblical reflection, worship, and relationship building. All of which will foster leadership for social justice skills in participants.
Interesting that it costs $500.00 to come and study poverty. My fear is that the, “inner city walk about” will be like tourists in a zoo. See the “attractions” then go back to their life of comfort. Anyone truly with a heart for this subject should just mail their five hundred bucks to the Bissell Centre, the Mustard Seed or the Hope Mission and stay home.
t seems these camps are more centered on saving the earth then the spreading of the gospel to a dieing world. Just a reinforcement of the “social gospel” .If they truly believed the propaganda that they preach they should not be flying or driving there but walking or is it just a belief of convenience.
Walking everywhere is excellent! Not owning a car will save you an average of $7000.00 a year.
It must be nice to live within walking distance of everything you need. Good for you. Not all of us are so fortunate.