Fall Retreat 2026

Friday, October 9 to Sunday, October 11, 2026

Our theme is Approaches to Jesus: The Bible is full of interactions Jesus has with various people. At our retreat, we'll explore five different interactions from the Gospels and see Jesus respond with love, compassion, and care -- the same as He does with us today!

Register

Registration increases from $149 to $199 after August 30 and closes on Sunday, September 13 or when we reach capacity.

New for 2026! 🎉

  • Optional Friday meal – For those that register for one, a simple dinner will be provided at church on Friday, October 9, at 5:00 pm.
  • Shirt design voting – Registered youth will vote in-person during youth group on Friday, September 18 for their desired shirt design.

What to bring 🎒

  • Sleeping bag (or sheets and a blanket)
  • Pillow
  • Toiletries – including a towel
  • Warm clothes – including a jacket
  • Running clothes (if you plan to join a Fun Run)
  • Bible, pen, and flashlight
  • Water bottle
  • Sunscreen and bug spray (optional)
  • Slippers for shower (optional)
  • Watch (optional, but helpful since you won't have your phone)

Aim to fit everything (apart from your sleeping bag and pillow) in one backpack. NO SUITCASES!

What not to bring 🙅‍♀️

  • Phone
  • Strobing flashlight
  • Snacks
    • We will provide plenty of snacks for the weekend.
    • If you have dietary restrictions, let us know — we can accommodate!
  • Suitcase

Schedule 📆

October 9 (Friday)

  • 5:00 pm – Dinner (for those that registered for it)
  • 5:45 pm – Load busses
  • 6:00 pm – Depart church
  • 7:30 pm – Arrive at retreat site
  • 7:45 pm – Icebreaker
  • 8:00 pm – Session 1
  • 9:00 pm – Snacks and Free Time Stations
  • 10:30 pm – Selah Time
  • 11:00 pm – Bed

October 10 (Saturday)

  • 7:30 am – Fun Run I (optional)
  • 8:30 am – Breakfast
  • 9:00 am – Devotions
  • 9:30 am – Session 2
  • 11:00 am – Mystery Activity
  • 12:00 pm – Lunch
  • 1:00 pm – Activities
  • 2:30 pm – Free Time
  • 5:00 pm – Dinner
  • 6:00 pm – Group Photos
  • 7:00 pm – Campfire
  • 9:00 pm – Free Time
  • 10:30 pm – Selah Time
  • 11:00 pm – Bed

October 11 (Sunday)

  • 7:30 am – Fun Run II (optional)
  • 8:30 am – Breakfast
  • 9:00 am – Devotions
  • 9:30 am – Session 3
  • 11:00 am – Reflection Stations
  • 11:30 am – Free Time
  • 12:00 pm – Lunch
  • 1:30 pm – Leave retreat site