Winter Retreat

The Winter Retreat is a spiritually impacting weekend for High School students and leaders of Calvary Student Ministries! The Winter Retreat will take place at North Bay Adventure Camp in North East, MD. This event is a stake-in-the-ground moment for our students as they pursue their walk with God. We are so excited for High School students to have a weekend away to grow deeper in their relationship with God and grow together with one another as we pursue our life in Christ. 

Registration

Registration Costs:
One Time Payment of $165

Registration and Balance Deadline: January 12, 2024
Forms Due: January 15, 2024

Please complete the tasks below! Forms are available at CSM.
Contact Whitney Albright with any questions.

Register Now NorthBay Release  CSM Medical Release Form

Who is the Speaker?

Nate was transformed by the grace of God in his junior year of high school and has a passion to help others encounter Jesus Christ and experience His transforming power and grace in their life! He is the high school youth pastor at Community Bible Church, is happily married to his beautiful wife Sami and loves being a dad to their toddler son. Together, Nate and Sami enjoy serving the Lord, being outside, and spending time with friends and family.

Schedule

Friday, January 17 – Sunday, January 19, 2025

 
- High School WR Kickoff Night! - 
January 15th - 5:30–8:00pm @ Calvary Church 
5:30pm - Check-In (until 6:30pm) 
 (All health forms must be turned in.) 
6:30pm – High School WR Kick-off and Student Group Discussions 

Here are the details for when we depart and return for our WR Weekend: 

- High School - 
January 17 
5:00-5:45pm - Check-In at Calvary Church (CSM Cafe) 
6:00pm - Buses leave Calvary Church for North Bay 
January 19 
2:00pm - Students and Leaders arrive back at Calvary Church for parent pick up (CSM Cafe)

This year's theme is "Real Life. Real Change." We are inviting students to explore the life Jesus offers—a life that goes beyond just having fun or chasing after worthless pursuits. Instead finding a more fulfilling life that can only be offered through a relationship with Jesus. Rooted in John 20:31, this retreat focuses on encountering Jesus as the living Son of God, who brings real, lasting change to those who believe. Come ready to deepen your faith, grow together, and be inspired to live out your purpose in Christ.

What should I pack?

Download our packing list for a few suggestions and guidelines.

Packing List


Any students found with drugs, alcohol, or tobacco products will go home immediately. 
Calvary Church is not responsible for the loss or theft of personal items.

Frequently asked questions

Q. What is included in registration?

A. Registration for the Winter Retreat includes: transportation to/from the retreat, all activities, meals, a Winter Retreat student booklet, and a Winter Retreat sweatshirt.

Q. How do you get there?

A. Transportation is included! Students arrive for Check-In the evening of the event. Students will ride together with their Student Group on a coach bus to and from the retreat, with their leader. (see schedule for dates and times).

Q. Is there any free time?

A. Yes! There will be "Free Time" with lots of activities for students to enjoy! There is a gym, High ropes course, rope swing, zipline, and hangout spaces.

Q. Should we send any money?

A. Spending money is optional. We will have WR merch the students are able to buy, as well as snacks and drinks!