Jesus Camp
“America is being born again.”
Storyline
Despite what the documentary suggests, the group featured in Jesus Camp does not represent mainstream evangelical Christianity. Becky Fischer and her “Kids on Fire” camp come out of a narrow Charismatic stream that pushes children into extreme emotional experiences, overemphasizes tongues, demons, and political “dominion,” and puts a crushing spiritual burden on young kids to “take back America for God.” This is not healthy, biblical Christianity; it is a troubling distortion. Bible‑believing Christians should not treat this film as the definition of our faith or of Christian camps in general. Most evangelical churches and camps focus on clear teaching of Scripture, the gospel of grace in Christ, age‑appropriate discipleship, and normal spiritual growth—not the kind of excesses and manipulation shown in this documentary.
Cast & Crew
Becky Fischer
Self
LeadMike Papantonio
Self
Ted Haggard
Self
Lou Engle
Self
What People Are Saying
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Rachel Grady's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
“Every frame feels alive. Jesus Camp is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
