Christian Culture and History
ICELAND MISSIONS
CONFERENCE 2024
ICELAND MISSIONS
CONFERENCE 2025
FAQ
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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WHO CAN COME?
Anyone is welcome to join us. If you have an interest in missions or Icelandic culture and history then this is definitely the event for you.
Hope to see you there this Summer!
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WHERE IS IT?
Skálholt is about a hour and 20 minute drive from Reykjavik. Rooms are shared and bathrooms and showers are down the hall. (Individual rooms are available for an additional fee.) We will be in Skálholt for the first 5 nights and then in Reykjavík for the last two.
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WHAT WILL WE DO?
A schedule will be posted in the coming weeks. Mornings will begin with breakfast together followed shortly by classes on Christian history and culture. As part of our learning, we will take advantage of the outstanding historical and cultural sites at Skálholt. There should be plenty of time to explore the area and enjoy fun options like swimming, horseback riding, hikes, and more.
WHAT DOES IT COST?
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In the hope that the cost will not prevent anyone from attending, the all inclusive cost is just €765 Euro, $795 USD, 112.350 ISK. This includes transportation from the airport (KEF) to the conference site in Skálholt on the morning of June 9th and a return trip to the airport on June 16th. Feel free to contact us with any questions about airport pickup and drop-off.
All accommodations, meals and transportation for day trips is included. You may want some additional money for snacks, souvenirs, or individual activities.
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WHAT SHOULD I BRING?
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Bring yourself and maybe a friend :), your Bible, something for taking notes
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Casual clothing is appropriate. Wearing layers will help you stay warm outside and comfortable inside. Layers should include an undershirt, shirt, fleece, jacket or coat (with a waterproof outer shell). It is often cool in the summer in Iceland and can be overcast, wet and windy. Bring a nice summer outfit just in case it warms up, but, it is recommended to pack mostly for cool, wet weather.
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For your feet, waterproof or water-resistant shoes are best with several pairs of wool or part wool socks (preferably the "wicking" or quick-dry type)
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Knit hat and gloves and scarf
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Swimsuit and towel
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Chapstick/lip balm
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Inverter for electrical outlets. (European outlets use a two prong plug different from the US and UK outlets.)
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Bring a student ID if you have one.
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This site has good information including what to pack:
https://iceland.nordicvisitor.com/travel-guide/information/what-to-pack/
SPEAKERS
JOEL HERNANDEZ
Joel Hernandez grew up in Mexico, the son of missionary parents. He graduated from Emmaus Bible College and Dallas Seminary. He and his wife Amy served in pastoral and outreach ministries among churches in California and Texas. They spent eight years church planting in Mexico and 15 years leading the missions program at Emmaus Bible College. Currently, Joel serves as vice president of communication at Christian Missions in Many Lands (CMML), and as executive director at OPAL. Both organizations have at their core the advancement of God’s mission in the world.
JAMES JORANSEN
James Joransen graduated from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago with a BFA focused on photography and film. He added a teacher certification in art in the state of Georgia where he taught school for several years. As part of his student teaching, he produced the documentary film “Refuge in Adversity” (highlighting the stories of people’s lives during the integration of schools.) In 1995, he founded a nonprofit organization focused on sharing the truths of the Bible with children and their families, and then in 2013, he started volunteering at a children's Christian camp in northern Iceland. In 2020, James and his wife Angela moved to Iceland allowing them to be more involved in the Christian community. They primarily help with programming involving kids, art and the Bible. James and Angela have seven kids and eight grandkids whom they try to see every chance they get.
COST €765 (EURO)
112,350kr. (ISK) $795 (USD)
ADMISSION
LODGING
The cost (765 EUR) is intended to include everything during your time here in Iceland. All room and board as well as transportation and group activities.
FOOD
Breakfast, lunch and dinner will be provided by the conference host.
ACTIVITIES
The cost for all classes and group activities including a visit to the Skálholt Museum is included. All group activities are included. Some optional individual activities like horseback riding or swimming will have an additional fee.
June 9-13 (5 nights). Skálholt Guesthouse is a Dorm-style accommodation with toilet and shower down the hall. We have reserved all the room in the guesthouse for the conference. The rooms each have two beds. Let us know if you need your own room. (There is an additional charge) Housing June 14-15, the final two nights will be in Reykjavík
TRANSPORTATION
Transportation provided from the airport (KEF) to the venue on June 9th (the first day of the conference) and return to the airport on June 16th (last day of the conference).
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Let us know if you have any individual needs concerning transportation.
*Additional information will be provided as the schedule finalizes.
LOCATION
Iceland