If you’re not using welcome packets, you should start now! Welcome packets are a great way to kick off any event and make your guests feel both comfortable and appreciated throughout their entire experience. However, it’s essential that these packets are not merely...
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How to Make a Men’s Retreat that No One Will Forget
Today's men's retreats need to step it up a notch. More often than not men's ministry leaders complain that setting up a weekend men's gathering is incredibly difficult. Women's retreats tend to have no problem gaining guests, but why are men not as...
What Are Lanyards of Silence and Why Do You Need Them?
Retreats are often known for their incredible ability to build relationships among Christ-minded people. They bring people of all backgrounds into one space, allowing them to enjoy fellowship with each other as they learn and grow together. While the social aspect of...
3 Gift Ideas for Men Attending A Men’s Retreat
Gift hunting can be one of the toughest parts of finalizing your retreat preparations. Everything else may be in order – the reservations, the food, the speakers, and more, but until gifts are bought for every last guest, nothing feels complete. This is a reality that...
3 Gift Ideas for Ladies Attending A Women’s Retreat
Christian women are some of the most patient, most loving, and most authentic people on this earth. And if your church is spiritually healthy by any means, you’ve likely seen this truth firsthand. These are women who have a true desire to serve the body of Christ and...
3 Reasons Why Your Church Needs an Annual Leadership Retreat
Christian leadership retreats have grown in popularity over the past few years, and for good reason. Leadership is essential in the Church - something that is clearly reiterated over and over again in scripture. And in order to have effective leadership, there is a...
4 Manly Men’s Ministry Ideas
Whether your men’s ministry is booming, just getting started, or has been dragging along for years, you’ve likely wondered at some point: How can I make it better? Too much of the same thing can get boring, almost like a weekly routine. Fortunately, there are plenty...
Why You Need a Photo Booth At Your Next Event
Photo booths are more than a trend in the world of event planning. They are actually both incredibly useful and even practical when it comes to making any event a success. Contrary to popular belief, photo booths are never a wasteful investment if you know how to make...
3 Suggestions on How to Get Free Speakers for Your Retreat
Any retreat has the potential to make a powerful and lasting impression on everyone who attends. But one of the telltale signs of a truly impactful event is the mark left by the words that are spoken. Of course, the relationships that are formed and the memories that...
How Your Event Can Be Spiritual and Fun at the Same Time
When people think of Christian events, they may not admit it, but they usually have one of two stereotypes at the forefront of their minds. They either think of an uptight, religious ritual in which no one is allowed to even crack a smile, or a church party with...