Speaker: Frank Cirone
Topic: The Book of James
The book is filled with short, challenging speeches that combine Jesus' wisdom with the book of Proverbs. It focuses on the importance of real faith in action, and how to live a life of holiness. More than any other book in the New Testament, James places the spotlight on the necessity for believers to act in accordance with our faith. How well do your actions mirror the faith that you proclaim? This is a question that we all struggle to answer well.
We would like to point to all the ways our faith and works overlap but too often see only gaps and crevices. The Book of James may be one of the most needful encouragements and exhortations to believers in our day.
Originally from Rhinebeck, New York, Frank had the privilege of travelling with Major Ian
Thomas for 18 months after high school and then attending Capernwray Hall in England and
Holsby in Sweden. Frank graduated from Philadelphia Biblical University with a BS in Biblical Education and he holds a Master’s Degree in Christian Leadership from Denver Seminary.
Frank served full time at Ravencrest for 30 years and continues to teach at various Torchbearer Bible Schools each year around the world. Frank is passionate about sharing Christ in any setting and loves connecting with people for coffee.
Frank spends time travelling and speaking at various conferences, retreats, and events in North America and overseas. He greatly enjoys motivating people to a deeper love for Christ that influences all aspects of daily life through dynamic communication and interaction.
He loves living in Colorado and always enjoys adventuring in the Rocky Mountains, especially with his wife Krista. Frank and Krista have four grown children: Andrew, Ben, Isaak and Anikka, and four grandchildren.
Pricing & Other Info
Here’s the basic breakdown for the full week. This includes lodging, towels, linens, all meals, and guided activities.
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Adults (18+): $595
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Youth (11-17): $380
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Child (4-10): $270
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Infant/Toddler: $0
There will be a $149 non-refundable deposit after registration. Remaining balance will be due one month before your trip. If the week is already filled, your registration will be added to our waiting list.
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Ascent Week Sample Schedule
Sunday:
4:00pm – 6:00pm – Guests check-in/welcome
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – BIBLE session 1
8:30pm – Evening snacks & fellowship
Monday:
8:00am – Breakfast
8:45am – BIBLE session 2
10:30am – Morning Adventures: options like hiking, rock climbing, biking, and fly fishing
*If you or your family members opt out of a day’s programmed activity, there are
plenty of options for fun or relaxing at TL, as well as lots to explore in town!
3:30pm – 5:30pm – Free time, clean up
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – BIBLE session 3
8:00pm – Evening snacks & fellowship
Tuesday:
8:00am – Breakfast
8:45am – BIBLE session 4
10:30am – Morning Adventures
3:30pm – 5:30pm – Free time, clean up
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – BIBLE session 5
8:00pm – Evening snacks & fellowship
Wednesday: (FREE DAY!)
8:00pm – 9:30am – Open Continental Breakfast
10:30am – Enjoy a quiet day at TL or explore the many activities just a few miles away including a high ropes course, rafting, Rocky Mountain National Park, downhill mountain biking, shopping in Winter Park, etc!
5:30pm – 7:00pm – Formal Dinner for the adults (Children fed separately)
7:30pm – Family Fun Night!
Thursday:
8:00am – Breakfast
8:45am – BIBLE session 6
10:30am – Morning Adventures
3:30pm – 5:30pm – Free time, clean up
6:00pm – Dinner
7:00pm – BIBLE session 7
8:00pm – Evening snacks & fellowship
Friday:
Before 8:30am – All guests move out of rooms and pack up cars
8:45am – Cowboy Breakfast at the Ranch
10:30am – 11:00 am – Good-byes, departure
