Men’s Retreat

Returning for 2027
the Men’s Retreat

 

The Men’s Retreat at Johnsonburg is a wonderful opportunity to gather with other men in Christian community and deepen your personal faith through scripture exploration, worship, small group discussion, and activities in God’s creation. Each Men’s Retreat is built around a theme introduced by a guest speaker and is sure to invite deeper consideration of our identity in Christ. There are outdoor and indoor activities balanced with ample free time for reflection, prayer, exploration of our 300 acres of lake and forested trails, and the individual space you may need. Whether you come alone or gather a group from your church or local community to participate, you’re sure to make new friends and find rest in this sacred space.

THEME
Scandalous grace
“Should I not be concerned about Nineveh?” — Jonah 4:11
 
Jonah: More Than a Fish Story
Mention “Jonah,” and many people picture a children’s VBS lesson about a man swallowed by a fish. But Jonah really is not a children’s tale. This short profound story is bizarre, funny, bold, uncomfortable—and one of the most audacious and scandalous stories in the bible. Honestly, it is amazing Israel included it in their scriptures. Jonah reveals a God whose love is so radical, whose mercy is so relentless that it can feel disturbing, even overwhelming. Join us as we explore the scandalous mercy of God in the Book of Jonah. In Jonah, we discover that God’s mercy is scandalously indiscriminate—which is wonderful news, of course, unless we were hoping God would consult our carefully curated list of people who probably should not qualify.
GUEST SPEAKER

Pastor Mark Lyndaker-Stude

Pastor Mark Lyndaker-Studer has served as pastor and head of staff at Neshaminy Warwick Presbyterian Church since 2007. He holds a degree in Religious Studies from Sacramento State and is a graduate of Princeton Theological Seminary. Mark has a passion for preaching and teaching the Bible. Mark and his wife, Anita, are blessed with two children, Emma and Annalyn. Beyond his pastoral ministry, Mark enjoys music and is always up for a live concert. He is also an avid reader and movie enthusiast. As a loyal fan of the San Diego Padres and Sacramento Kings, Mark knows a thing or two about patience, perseverance, and faithful hope.

We welcome Keith Rounds
as our Men’s Retreat Worship Leader

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Keith has served as a contemporary worship leader since 2005 and has led worship at Community Church of Feasterville and Neshaminy-Warwick Presbyterian Church since 2017. Trained in vocal and jazz performance, Keith is also a songwriter who released the album “Two Twenty-Two” with the Keith Rounds Band. Keith and his wife, Chelsea, are blessed with a daughter, Natalee. Beyond music, he enjoys biking, running, and following the Philadelphia Union, Chelsea FC, Formula 1, and the Tour de France.

HOUSING OPTIONS AND FEES
All Rates Are Per Person Rate
Private Room, Private Bathroom $295
Private Room, Shared Bathroom $275
Shared Room/Shared Bathroom – Option A: Camp Fee $219
Shared Room/Shared Bathroom – Option B: Partially Subsidized Fee $179

For the Shared Room/Shared Bathroom Option, you will find 2 different rates. Option A: Camp Fee is the cost of the retreat. Option B: Partially Subsidized Fee is the subsidized rate for those who pay the Option A: Camp Fee.  Regardless of the rate you pay, you receive the same exact program, food and accommodations as those choosing the Option A: Camp Fee. If the Option B: Partially Subsidized Fee is still too high, please email kim@johnonsburg.org and request information about financial assistance.

Registration Cancellation Policies
There will be a non-refundable registration fee of $50.
Cancellations on or after February 15th are not eligible for refund.
Registration closes Monday February 15th.
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Date

Feb 26 - 28 2027
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