What is the Furnace?
The Furnace is a ten-week discipleship training program at Shepherd’s Fold Ranch, where you will be developed into a powerful and effective follower of Jesus. You will be working with campers ages 8-15, alongside other Furnace students, serving on summer camp staff. All your lodging and meals are provided throughout the sessions and you will receive a weekly cash stipend for each of the eight camp weeks. The Furnace includes servant leadership, mentorship, and Biblically-based teachings. You will experience genuine community while working and living with a team of other students. You will be equipped as a confident, Christ-centered, world-changing disciple.
The Furnace has a two-fold purpose:
1) To serve the Lord by sharing His love with hundreds of kids. The Lord provides many ways to stretch our willingness to serve in all capacities. Throughout the summer, you will have the opportunity to rotate through several positions including: camp counselor for kids (ages 8-15), life guard, kitchen staff, and adventure staff. We also have specialty positions like worship team, photographer, videographer, social media, office intern, and certified nurse assistant.
2) To equip Furnace students with life skills to set them apart from the world. While you are discipling campers, we are discipling you. Our goal for each student is to discover their identity in Christ, build long lasting relationships, and have the most fun summer of their life.
The Furnace is a four year program
Year one: Foundation
Romans 12:9 - 13:10
Year two: Elementary Teachings
Hebrews 5:7 - 6:12
Year three: Imitators of Christ
Philippians 1:27 - 2:15
Year four: Spiritual Leadership
1 Corinthians 13
The Furnace is optimally a four year program designed to prepare you for Christian leadership. At SFR, we’re not just trying to train leaders for summer camps. Our goal is to also train leaders who can function in their local church, family, school, job, and in life! The four summers are not required, but are highly recommended. The first two summers are specifically geared to challenge and renew your “thinking” about God and ministry. The second two summers focus directly on “acting” out your Christianity as a follower and as a leader.
HOW TO APPLY
APPLY TODAY: Click the link below and fill out the application
SCHEDULE AN INTERVIEW: Schedule your interview once you’ve completed your application
REACH OUT: Text or call Luke Kennedy with any questions
DATES TO KNOW
Summer 2027
Training / May 16 - May 29
Summer Camp / May 30 - July 25
Staff Debrief / July 26 - July 28
Testimonials
“Shepherd’s Fold has been a consistent and impactful foundation in my journey with the Lord. From being a camper, to staff, to Summer Leadership Team, there has been something new and life changing I have taken away from each summer.
It is truly an environment rich with the Lord’s presence. Through SFR and the Furnace discipleship program, I have found life-long community, discovered more about the character of God, and solidified my own Christ given identity.” — Juliette
“The Furnace is one of the most defining and marking times of my life. Being discipled and then being able to go disciple campers directly after is such a growing experience that has changed my perspective on what it means to be a disciple. The Furnace has helped me step into a deeper spiritual maturity and become a greater reflection of the character of Jesus. The growth I experience in the Furnace is unlike any other place in the world and has changed my life forever.”
— Owen
“Deciding to be on staff at SFR and going through Furnace has been one of the best decisions l've made in my life. The Furnace has taught me how to experience the fullness of Christ and the realness of His love. There have been so many things I've learned from the Furnace that I take with me in my day to day life. I'm beyond grateful for Shepherd’s Fold Ranch!”
— McKenna
CONTACT US
Contact Luke Kennedy if you have any questions regarding the Furnace
918-261-8699
Luke@sfrcamps.com
Ask Us Questions!
We want to hear from you! Our team is here to help answer any questions you might have about the Furnace. Either fill out the form below or call/text Luke Kennedy: 918-261-8699
What is Shepherd's Fold Ranch?
The Furnace is located at Shepherd's Fold Ranch which is just north of Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Our address is 185 River Ave, Avant OK 74001.