8th Grade Retreat!
Q: When is the retreat?
A: Saturday, Oct. 18 (8:00 am – 6:15 pm)
Q: Who’s all going?
A: All WDM 8th-grade PowerLife students are encouraged to attend!
Q: Will leaders be going?
A: Yes, all our leaders are invited to attend (and can ride the buses, too!)
Q: Do I need to register?
A: NO, all students who registered for PowerLife are already signed up!
Q: Where is this retreat?
A: Mountain Throwers
(1799 260th Street in Winterset, IA)
Q: How will we get to camp?
A: Buses will be leaving from the Hope WDM circle drive on Saturday morning.
Q: When should students arrive?
A: Students need to arrive at Hope WDM by 8:00 am!
Q: Do students check in?
A: No, students can simply find their group in The Bridge (at the tables).
Q: Can parents come along?
A: You bet! Any parents who would like to join us are welcome!
Q: What’s the purpose?
A: During this retreat, students will focus on writing their Faith Statements while developing a stronger relationship with God and doing fun activities with the students in their group all around the camp.
Q: What’s on the schedule?
A: Students will have breakfast at Hope and get a preview of their schedule for the day. During our time together at camp, students will be led on a hike through the woods, enjoy fishing and archery all with the help of trained volunteers. All equipment (bows, fishing poles, etc.) will be provided. Each activity is designed to help students learn the gospel message with a hands-on experience. Students will have lunch and be given time to work on their faith statement booklets. We will also have an afternoon snack before returning to Hope for worship!
Q: What about food allergies?
A: Please let us know if your student has an allergy need! We are happy to help make accommodations as needed. Also, we’ll have a medic joining us on the retreat to help anyone who might bring along medication or to assist with any medical needs that might come up while at camp.
Q: Need to bring anything?
A: Yes, their Bible and appropriate clothing (and shoes) for being outdoors!
Q: When will students return?
A: Buses return to Hope WDM just in time for the Saturday 5:00 pm service. We will all sit together in the Worship Center. Students will be dismissed after the service at 6:15 pm.
Q: What if we have a conflict?
A: We know students have multiple (and important) commitments outside of PowerLife. So please pray about your decision! Ultimately, we will support whatever your family decides.
Q: Late drop-off/Early pick-up?
A: Please email Emma Storm to see what arrangements might be possible for your family.
Q: What if my student can’t attend?
A: Please let us know if your student is unable to attend! We are planning on your student attending this retreat unless we hear otherwise.