FREQUENTLY ASKED
QUESTIONS
WHERE IS THE ALTAR?
The Altar is in a beautiful wooded area just a kilometre outside of Drayton Valley, AB. When you register, we will send you the location in a google map.
HOW MUCH IS ADMISSION?
IT’S FREE! We only ask that you register ahead of time so we can plan appropriately.
WERE WILL WE EAT?
Because we value connection and community, it is important for us to eat together. We will have a large tent where meals will be served. Click here for the schedule. Registration is required.
HOW CAN YOU FEED ALL OF US WITHOUT CHARGING US?
God provides. We trust Him to cover our costs and He always does. If He puts in your heart to donate to the gathering in any way, or even to cover a meal, feel free to help us out. That’s how revival communities like ours get it done.
DIETARY NEEDS?
We apologize, but due to the large volume of meals and limited cooking space, we are unable to provide special meals for those who have dietary restrictions. (Although many of the meals will have gluten-free options). You are, however, more than welcome to bring your own food and join us at the eating area for all the meals.
IS MEETING AREA OUTDOORS?
We have not begun construction of the actual sanctuary at The Altar, so all activities are outdoors (aside from our meal tents). As we are in Alberta, please be prepared for all weather conditions: rain, snow, hail, or heat! Bring umbrellas, blankets (particularly for the evening meetings), warm clothes and cool clothes.
ARE THERE CHAIRS AT THE ALTAR?
We have a limited number of chairs at the Altar for those who cannot bring their own. However, if you have lawn chairs please bring them and maybe even an extra.
WHAT IS THERE FOR CHILDREN TO DO?
There is a large play area for the children where they can play soccer, tag, 4-square, and volleyball for the older teens. However, the play area is NOT supervised, except for Saturday afternoon from 2pm - 5pm when will be several bouncy castles for all kids under 12. Please be aware of where your own children are at all times!
I HAVE A LARGE RV. IS THERE ROOM FOR IT?
Yes. We have room for RVs, tent trailers and tents. Come in whatever style of camping comfort you choose. Please note there are no electrical hookups and no sani-dump. ALL CAMPERS MUST REGISTER.
ARE THERE BATHROOMS AND SHOWERS?
There will be porta-potties located in strategic and convenient locations. There will be no showers at The Altar this year due to water supply. We apologize for this inconvenience!
CAN I BRING MY PET?
Due to the large numbers of people and children at this gathering, we request NO PETS except service animals. Thank you for your understanding!
CAN I COME AND CAMP BEFORE OR AFTER THE GATHERING?
As this is a personal property, please plan to only stay for the gathering dates, September 5th starting at 10am to September 7th at 1pm.
GIVING
God has given us a vision to build an altar in the wilderness, a place of escape to pursue the Lord and regularly gather with like minded Kingdom people. We envision dorm facilities, dozens of cabins, green houses, gardens, eating facilities and so much more. In a world where people are continually monitored, The Altar will be a place “out of site and out of mind” where believers will hear the undiluted gospel of the Kingdom, discover true community and be equipped to stand in the evil day.
HOW DO WE PAY FOR IT?
There’s never any pressure to give at The Altar. Why? Because high pressure offerings wouldn’t cover the cost of what God is asking us to build anyway. We need the kind of financial miracles that only come to those who put their trust in God alone. We trust Him to speak to people, and He does.
God gives seed to the sower! If you are one of those, you’ll find The Altar to be good soil to sow into. If God puts it in your heart to invest in a gathering, to help us build The Altar, or perhaps to help finance one of our cabins (we’ll make sure you get to sleep in it!), we trust you’ll obey Him in that.