MPC YOUTH RETREAT

SOH Teenage Retreat


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March 24 - 26, 2023

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Why? The 2023 Spring Youth SELFIE RETREAT will be an opportunity for our teenage members to spend time together in a meaningful way without the day-to-day distractions. It will be a chance to take part in leadership exercises, discussion groups, games, and bible study in a unique way!
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Retreat Overview Parent Meeting Agenda Itinerary
 Expectations
 Costs & Permission
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Selfie Retreat Itinerary Where are we going? What are some of the things that will be happening over the course of the weekend???


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Where are we going? High Pastures 
 290 Kings Highway Burnsville, NC 28714


A Christian Retreat Center in Burnsville, NC about 45 minutes from Asheville.


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With over 700 + acres, there’s plenty of space to do everything…especially hiking, creeking, sports, relaxing, experiencing nature, a Prayer tower, walking trails and the list goes on. 


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Poplar Place


Outside…

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Inside…

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Inside…

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● 8 Bedrooms with multiple single beds ● Fully equipped kitchen ● Conference Room ● Den/Family Room ● Linens and towels included

Inside…

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Weekend Retreat Itinerary includes… 2 hour ride to Burnsville, NC


Campus Exploration


Volleyball Challenge


Sundae Mixer


Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Snacks


Unique bonding experiences


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What else will we be doing? Some of the other activities planned include:


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Prayer Tower Experience
 Love your SELFIE Day Conference
 Guided Hikes
 Meal Prep
 Fire Pit Games
 Movie Nights
 Games, Music
 Sunday AM Devotion


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Retreat Expectations What are the expectations that our teenagers will be held accountable to uphold?


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Camper Expectations Packing
 Campers are expected to pack the suggested items and additional items they need to get through the weekend. 


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Campers are expected to have sufficiently good physical, mental, and emotional health and maturity to be able to actively participate in our retreat in a positive and cooperative manner that displays tolerance and respect for self and others.
 Campers are expected to handle sleeping-away-from-home including taking care of their own personal needs.
 Campers are expected to function in a group setting in a positive and cooperative manner displaying tolerance and respect for self and others; and interact responsibly. 
 Campers are expected to follow all instructions and refrain from behaviors that pose a risk to self or others.
 Campers are expected to use respectful language and appropriate physical behavior. 


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Costs & Permission What exactly am I responsible for and how do I grant permission for this trip???


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Funding

100% $50

SOH will used our allotted funds in the budget to pay the cost of lodging and use of High Pastures Retreat Center amenities.


SOH are asked to pay $50 to help with the cost of meals and travel. We are also seeking potential sponsors to help a few of our families out with costs as needed. 


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We hope to earn additional funds from our January & February bake sales to help with the cost of conference curriculum & materials as well as miscellaneous items. 


Tentative Timeline NOV


Present proposal to Pastor Riley


DEC


Secure venue & deposit
 Send out Save the Date


JAN


Propose itinerary


FEB


Finalize itinerary


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Host Parent Meeting


Collect parent forms from packet


Bake Sale 


Bake Sale


MAR


$50 Camper Fee Due by 3/ 
 Selfie Retreat Weekend !!


Parent Forms

will be distributed the 1st week of February. Parent & Participant forms for :
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Permission to attend
 Travel Waiver
 Insurance & Medical Information
 Emergency Contact Information and
 Code of Conduct Agreement


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“

You are fearfully and wonderfully made…

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~Psalm 139:13 - 14

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Phones / Devices Campers are encouraged to bring their cell phone. While there will be times when phones will be inaccessible, there will also be designated times to check in with family.


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At lights out, phones will also be expected to be plugged in and charging in a central location. SOH leaders will be accessible should a situation arise during the night. 


Thank you! Do you have any questions?
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