Encounter
Encounter 2007: Awaken
Do you feel drowsy spiritually? This years Encounter Retreat focused on the first few chapters of Acts will be a journey of spiritual discovery that will kindle greater passion for God as we breathe in life from Him, renew our vision for life as we look into Him, strengthen our hearts as we walk with Him, and embolden our faith as we live for Him. The book of Acts describes the spiritual beginnings of the church as we know it. It's a marvelous window into history and reveals how God shapes and works among ordinary people. Don't miss this opportunity to allow God to awaken your soul and transform your life.
Location: Hidden Acres Retreat Center
Speaker: Andy Gray, pastor - The Urban Refuge, Minneapolis, MN.
Andy Gray was an electrical engineer before he became a pastor at Evergreen Community Church-Bloomington in 1997. As a pastor his primary responsibilities in serving God include leading, teaching, discipleship, and shepherding. Since 1999 Andy has lead, the annual summer events of Mission to the City. He breaks down typical social, economic, and racial barriers through his compassion, genuine kindness, and heart for all of God’s people and nations.
Andy co-founded and pastors the Urban Refuge in Minneapolis, which opened its doors in January 2003. As pastor, Andy desires to see God continually grow the Urban Refuge into a multi-cultural and multi-generational congregation that develops relationships and partnerships with other multi-cultural churches for God’s glory.
Andy has been married to his wife, Laura, since 1992 and is a father of three children: Isaiah, Simon, and Elizabeth.
Music: The Rock Band, Ames IA and The Alive Band, Des Moines, IA.
Here's the schedule:
FRIDAY
Registration will start at 6pm.
7:30pm – Session 1 - A Cut Above
Music by The Alive Band
SATURDAY
8:00am Breakfast
9:00am – Session 2 - Soul Liberation
Music by The Alive Band
10:45am - Session 3 - Jehoshaphat!
12:00pm – Lunch
1:00pm – Tie down time
2:00pm – Free Time! (Bring extra money for the activities - sign up at the registration table)
Horse Rides ($8.50 per ride) 2pm, 3pm and maybe 4pm
Paintball ($10 for two games – includes equipment rental) 3pm and 4:30pm
Climbing Wall ($5 for two climbs) open 2pm-3pm
All activities may be extended if enough people sign up
5:30pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Session 4 - For Mercy’s Sake
Music by The Rock Band
SUNDAY
8:00am – Session 5 - The Justice League
Music by The Rock Band
9:30am – Baptisms
10:30am – Victory Brunch - (Bring snacks if you can't wait for brunch)
Here is a list of stuff you shouldn't forget:
Flashlight
Jacket
Insect Repellent
Bedding
Towel
Personal
toiletries
Bible, journal and
pen
Alarm
clock
Clothes for
activities (horseback riding, paintball, climbing wall)
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