Our youth retreat was incredible! We took 62 in total — 24 from New Life and 38 from Jubilee. We had thought that we would be taking about 50, so we were excited that our expectations were surpassed! The retreat was based on Francis Chans’ first four themes of his series “BASIC.” We showed the videos to get started, and then everyone divided into small groups were they were talked and wrestled with the theme of that day. It was an incredible experience for everyone, not only the youth, but also for the leaders.
The smiles and fellowship were a blessing. The Holy Spirit moved in powerful ways in many young people. The New Life team that led the worship times did a great job and all the youth were blessed to praise God together. The games and fellowship, like the bonfire and hide-and-seek in the dark where also a hit! There are no words to adequately express all that God did while we were there in the hearts of our young people. Please pray that the retreat will have lasting and transforming effects in each person that went.
