Church-wide retreat: Prayer

A time for congregants to gather together for rest, prayer, fun, teaching, and connection

In our Formed: The Discipleship Wheel sermon series, we looked at the words of Jesus, "If you remain in me and my words remain in you, ask whatever you wish, and it will be done for you" (‭‭John‬ ‭15‬:‭7‬ ‭NIV‬‬). This is a powerful motivation for prayer; if we want to see Jesus’ kingdom come, personal renewal, friends coming to know Jesus, and a city renewed by the gospel, then we must pray. However, many of us struggle to translate this belief into a daily practice of vibrant prayer. 

At this year's church-wide retreat, author and speaker Paul Miller will help us grow in prayer. Paul has a wonderful gift not just for explaining why prayer is so important but making prayer accessible and attractive. As ever on our retreat, there will be time for rest, prayer, renewing friendships and making new ones, fun, and much more.

We hope you'll join us May 3-5 in Princeton, New Jersey!

Guest Speaker

Paul E. Miller (MDiv, Biblical Seminary) is the executive director of seeJesus, a global discipling mission that he founded in 1999 to help Christians and non-Christians alike “see Jesus.” Today, seeJesus is working in over 30 countries and has books and interactive Bible study materials translated into more than a dozen languages.

Paul is the bestselling author of A Praying Church, J-Curve, A Loving Life, and A Praying Life. Paul is married to Jill, who is known for her sense of humor and faith. Paul and Jill live in the Philadelphia area and have six children and a growing number of grandchildren. Listen to the “Seeing Jesus with Paul Miller” podcast or learn more at seeJesus.net.

Venue & Transportation

Princeton Marriott at Forrestal, 100 College Rd E, Princeton, NJ 08540

Nestled on 25 wooded acres and conveniently located near downtown, Princeton Marriott at Forrestal is an upscale hotel in Princeton, NJ, with resort-style accommodations. This family-friendly hotel has an indoor pool, indoor tennis courts, volleyball courts, basketball courts, and walking paths.

NJ Transit offers direct service from NY Penn Station to Princeton Junction Station. Closer to the date, we will create a WhatsApp group chat to coordinate rides amongst attendees.

Schedule

Attendees may check-in as early as 3:00 p.m. on Friday, May 3 for the retreat, and formal programming begins at 7:00 p.m. This schedule is subject to change.

*Children's Ministry (0-5th Grade) classes provided during these sessions.

Friday, May 3

3:00pm Arrival & Check-In Opens

7:00pm Welcome & Snacks

8:00pm Session 1

9:00pm Optional Hangout

Saturday, May 4

7:30am Breakfast

9:30am Session 2*

10:45am Coffee Break

11:00am Session 3*

12:00pm Lunch

1:00pm Free Time & Activities

4:30pm Tea Time

5:00pm Session 4*

6:30pm Dinner

7:30pm Optional Hangout

Sunday, May 5

7:30am Breakfast

9:00am Worship Service*

11:00am Check-Out & Departure

Retreat Cost

  • Adult: $360*
  • Youth (13-18y): $230
  • Children (4-12y): $120
  • Children (0-3y): free

Cost Details

  • Registration costs include lodging and all meals beginning with snacks on Friday and ending with breakfast on Sunday.
  • *The actual cost of the retreat is $600 per adult, but we subsidize costs so congregants can attend without great financial burden.

Financial Support

If you are in need of financial support or would like to contribute to discounted rates for fellow congregants in need, please reach out to Shara at shara.powell@redeemerdt.com.

REGISTRATION

The retreat is sold out! If you registered to attend, be on the lookout for attendee details.