Church Retreat Program Design

Theme: Renewing Faith, Strengthening Community

The purpose of this retreat is to provide an opportunity for spiritual renewal, deepen faith, and strengthen the bonds within our church community through worship, fellowship, and reflection.

Pre-Retreat Planning

Venue

Grace Retreat Center

Located in the serene countryside

Includes accommodation for 100 participants, dining hall, worship hall, and recreational facilities

Dates

[Dates]

Budget

• Estimated cost: $[00]

• Funding sources: Church budget, donations, participant fees

Registration

• Online registration form

• Deadline: [Date]

• Note any dietary restrictions or special needs

Retreat Program Schedule

Day 1: Arrival and Welcome

3:00 PM	Registration and Check-In
4:00 PM	Welcome Session & Opening Prayer
5:00 PM	Icebreaker Activities
6:30 PM	Dinner
7:30 PM	Evening Worship & Devotional
9:00 PM	Fellowship Time

Day 2: Spiritual Growth & Fellowship

7:30 AM	Morning Worship & Devotional
8:30 AM	Breakfast
9:30 AM	Workshop: “Growing in Faith”
11:00 AM	Group Discussion
12:30 PM	Lunch
2:00 PM	Outdoor Activities
4:00 PM	Free Time/Reflection
6:30 PM	Dinner
7:30 PM	Evening Worship & Testimonies
9:00 PM	Fellowship & Recreation

Day 3: Commitment & Commissioning

7:30 AM	Morning Worship & Communion
8:30 AM	Breakfast
9:30 AM	Bible Study: “Living Our Faith”
11:00 AM	Group Prayer & Commitment
12:30 PM	Lunch
1:30 PM	Closing Session
3:00 PM	Departure & Check-Out

Post-Retreat Activities

1. Send Thank You Emails to participants

2. Distribute Feedback and Evaluation Forms

3. Present Retreat Outcomes during Church Service

4. Compile a Retreat Report

5. Gather Lessons Learned for Future Retreats

Logistics and Support

Transportation

Arrange carpooling and church bus transport

Meals

• Catered by Grace Retreat Center

• Options for special dietary needs

On-Site Coordination

• Check-In/Check-Out managed by volunteers

• Emergency contacts and medical support available

Supplies

• Worship and devotional materials provided

• Workshop materials prepared in advance

• Welcome packs for participants including schedule, name tags, and retreat theme booklet

Retreat Team Roles and Responsibilities

• Retreat Coordinator: Oversees entire retreat, main contact

• Worship Leader: Plans and leads worship sessions

• Workshop Leaders: Prepare and conduct workshops

• Activity Coordinators: Organize and manage recreational activities

• Hospitality Team: Handle accommodations and meals

• Communications Team: Manage announcements, feedback, and post-retreat follow-up

• Volunteers: Assist with logistics and support tasks

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