June
Mission Retreat – Session 1 | June 20-25
An opportunity to spend a week in community, serving in mission at the beautiful and historic Pinelands Center. Together we will serve on (age & skill-appropriate) work projects, worship our Lord and spend some time participating in outdoor experiences that are unique to The Pinelands Center!
Join us for a week of fun all centered around the theme Reconnect. We look forward to a powerful week of reconnecting with God, nature and each other while uniting together in service.
July
Mission Retreat – Session 2 | July 25-30
An opportunity to spend a week in community, serving in mission at the beautiful and historic Pinelands Center. Together we will serve on (age & skill-appropriate) work projects, worship our Lord and spend some time participating in outdoor experiences that are unique to The Pinelands Center!
August
Mission Retreat 3 | Aug. 1-6
An opportunity to spend a week in community, serving in mission at the beautiful and historic Pinelands Center. Together we will serve on (age & skill-appropriate) work projects, worship our Lord and spend some time participating in outdoor experiences that are unique to The Pinelands Center!
Adult Youth Leader Retreat | Aug. 20-22
A weekend program specifically crafted for youth workers! This retreat provides space for adults who are committed to serving youth in the church. Together we will hold space to worship, process our ministries, enjoy community and enjoy some much-needed renewal through outdoor experiences at The Pinelands Center.
Join us for a retreat themed Renewal as we seek the Lord on behalf of our leadership, our youth ministries and this unique community of youth workers.
September
Confirmation Retreat 1 | Sept. 10-11
Confirmation Retreat 2 | Sept. 24-25
A fun and creative weekend for students who are choosing to step further into their faith through the process of Confirmation! This retreat provides Confirmation students with a unique insight into the journey of Confirmation, their personal spiritual gifts and how they can they can embrace their individuality while also serving the church.
Join us for a Confirmation retreat weekend themed Belong as we worship, explore our personal gifts, engage in small groups and participate in high energy games & outdoor experiences.
October
Mixed Ages Retreat | Oct. 22-24
A high energy weekend for middle school and high school students! This retreat provides students with an opportunity to worship, engage in small groups, play games and participate in unique outdoor experiences!
Join us for a retreat weekend themed Treasure where we will discuss the treasures of our heart and how the Lord could be directing us in this current season. For 6-12 graders/Middle School & High School
November
High School Retreat | Nov. 5-6
A weekend retreat just for high school students! This retreat will provide students grades 9-12 with a chance to disconnect from their busy lives and to spend the weekend participating in musical worship, small groups, high-energy games, unique outdoor experiences and hopefully, a much needed break from the craziness of being a high school student!
Join us for a retreat weekend themed Identity as we address some of the questions, topics and anxieties of being a current high school student who is investing in their faith. For 9-12 graders
Student Worship Leader Retreat 1 | Nov. 12-14
A unique weekend experience for students who are interested in leading musical worship! This retreat will provide students (grades 8-12) with non-traditional worship experiences, workshops with experienced worship leaders and affirmation of their calling to usher others into the presence of God.
While this retreat is a great stand-alone program, we highly recommend participating in both this fall Student Worship Leader Retreat as well as our Spring retreat and Summer Student Worship Leader Development Week! This year-long program is created to not only empower students in their musical gifts but to also train and equip students to lead musical worship at their youth groups, churches and even Next Generation Ministries’ events! For 8-12 graders
Have Questions About Retreats?
For more information, please email Mecan Payne.