Parent Information

The Vision for Living The Questions

Our purpose is to provide your son or daughter the time, place, and tools to think theologically and discern God’s calling. Our goals are to guide and facilitate:

• The development of thinking theologically by exploring relevant questions raised by topics such as justice, science, and media.
• Understanding and appreciation for how God’s presence connects with human needs through service learning.
• Engagement in reflective discussion to better understand gifts and explore calling.

Payment and Cancellations

The cost of $320 covers housing, food, and all programming. Local congregations are encouraged to provide financial support. Take advantage of an early bird discount by registering early.

Scholarships are available. For information, please email living-the-questions@bethel.edu.

Payments can be made securely online.

Cancellations by May 15 will receive a refund minus a $50 nonrefundable deposit. There are no refunds after June 1.

Summer Institute Safety and Supervision

About the Staff

Your son or daughter will be under the care and guidance of the Living The Questions leadership team, which includes the director, program coordinator, communications coordinator, and Bethel University students who serve as summer staff. We want you to know that your child is in good hands.

Safety Measures

Housing: Students will be staying in one of Bethel's residence halls. The suite-style room includes three bedrooms, a living room with a couch and coffee table, kitchenette, and bathroom. Amenities also include lounge and recreation (i.e. ping-pong, air hockey). All residence hall entrance doors remain locked 24 hours a day. Students will be given a card for secured access.

Security and Safety: Bethel security personnel are on duty 24 hours a day, each day of the year, patrolling and monitoring campus grounds, buildings, and parking lots. Emergency medical response is among one of the many services they provide.

Creating an Environment for All

We desire for students to have experience in a natural setting where everyday distractions are limited. We appreciate your student arriving with the understanding that this is an opportunity to unplug from phone calls, texting, and social media while they are here.

Please leave at home all expensive jewelry and electronics (i.e. TVs, video games).

Students shall not have or use fireworks, alcohol, tobacco, non-prescribed drugs, or weapons of any kind.

 

Contact Information

If you have questions or would like more information, email living-the-questions@bethel.edu