8th Grade PowerLife Retreat!
Q: When is the retreat?
A: Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9!
Q: When should students arrive?
A: Students need to arrive at Hope WDM by 7:15 am! Find your group in The Bridge!
Q: Will leaders be going?
A: Yes, all leaders are invited to attend (and can ride the buses, too!)
Q: How will students get to camp?
A: Buses will be leaving from Hope WDM.
Q: Do they need to bring anything?
A: Yes, their Bible and appropriate clothing (and shoes) for being outdoors! They will also need a sleeping bag (or blanket) and pillow! Please review the suggested packing list attached!
Q: Where is the retreat located?
A: Hidden Acres Christian Camp (Dayton, IA)
Q: Are boys and girls together?
A: Sort of. The boys and girls will each have their own separate chapel services, retreat activities, and separate cabins for sleeping! We will only share mealtimes together, and the closing service on Sunday.
Q: Can my student bring a friend?
A: Absolutely! Just reply to this email with the name of the friend who would like to join us!
Q: Do I need to register?
A: No, all students who registered for PowerLife are already signed up!
Q: Do I need to complete any forms?
A: Yes, all students attending the retreat will need to complete the Health Form!
Q: When will students return?
A: Buses return to Hope WDM in time for the Sunday 11:00 am service. We will all sit together in the Worship Center. Students will be dismissed after the service at 12:15 pm.
Q: What’s the purpose of this retreat?
A: Students will focus on developing a stronger relationship with God, work on writing their faith statements, and enjoy fun camp activities with the students in their group.
Q: How do students spend their time?
A: Review the attached schedule! Students will have a morning snack, attend chapel services, small group discussions and prayer time, eat lunch together, have free time to play fun games or go exploring with their group! Students will also eat dinner together and can purchase an afternoon snack if they’d like to bring some money. Breakfast will be served on Sunday morning before heading back to Hope!
Q: What if students have allergies?
A: Please fill out this form to notify the Hidden Acres kitchen staff!
NOTE: We will have a nurse joining us to help anyone who might bring along medication or need medical assistance while up at camp. If your student plans to bring medication, please fill out the medication information form and plan to bring the original container with you and connect with the nurse when you arrive at Hope!
Q: What if our family has 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: Can we arrive late, leave early?
A: Please email Emma Storm to see what arrangements might be possible for your family.
Q: What if my student cannot 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.