There’s nothing more deflating than bad weather. You pack all your things, say your goodbyes, and head off to a brand new place, pumped for a great experience- and then it rains. Or snows. Anything less than sunshine seems to throw a wrench in all your hopes and...
Youth camp is truly an unforgettable experience. It is a time to escape the noise of the world and simply enjoy the presence of God and fellow believers. From the energizing sermons to the unique, unpredictable activities that challenge you every day, you are bound to...
Men’s retreats are the ultimate proof that no matter how old you get, you’re never too old to have fun. They prove that the amount of gray in your hair does not have to dictate your amount of enthusiasm for following Christ. They allow you to get away from your...
We all know a good event invitation when we see one. Good invitations set a mood. They draw people in and cause an air of excitement. They convey a sense of mystery about what to expect. But what about bad event invitations? Here are 6 surefire signs of a terrible...
Christian Retreats can rejuvenate and refresh the spirits of participants. Taking time out of life to commune with God and talk to Jesus is important for every Christian man. The rewarding experience of a Christian men’s retreat has the added benefit of filling one...
I am a big fan of camp! I grew up in youth groups going to summer camps, fall retreats, evangelism conferences—the works. Much of my spiritual growth as a teenager came from the “mountaintop” experiences I had at camp. As a college student, I worked at camps every...
From the earliest days to present times, growth has been a primary focus of the church. Growth is the unit by which church ministries and programs are measured. If these programs see growth, they are considered to be successful. Many churches find growth difficult to...
Christian retreats can be great resources for renewal, recovery, and in-depth study, but many people are still not convinced. They offer excuses for why they cannot attend or would not benefit from a retreat. Fortunately, those excuses are easily answered and refuted....
Some of my fondest memories are of playing with friends, day in and day out, at summer camp. We’d go swimming, go on field trips, watch movies, make crafts, and pretty much any other kid-friendly activity you can think of. Each day was a blast. As I’ve begun to look...
Planning a successful retreat takes time, adequate planning, many hands, and a lot of brainstorming. And to put it frankly, it’s not as simple as it seems. Regardless of what type of retreat you are planning, people are expecting to leave with...
