8th Grade PowerLife Retreat!
Q: When is the retreat?
A: Saturday & Sunday, March 7 & 8!
Q: When should students arrive?
A: Students need to arrive at Hope WDM by 7:15 am! Find your group in The Bridge.
Q: Do I need to complete any forms?
A: Yes, all students attending the retreat will need to complete the Health Form.
Q: Will leaders be going?
A: Yes, leaders are invited to attend (and 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.
Q: Where is the retreat located?
A: Hidden Acres Christian Camp in Dayton, IA.
Q: Will boys and girls be together?
A: Sort of. The boys and girls will have their own separate chapel services, retreat activities, and cabins for sleeping. We will only share mealtimes together.
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 my student?
A: No, all students who registered for PowerLife are already signed up!
Q: When will students return to Hope?
A: Buses return to Hope WDM 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 is 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: What is the plan for students?
A: Students will have a morning snack, attend chapel services, have small group discussions and prayer time, eat lunch together, and have free time to play fun games or explore with their group! Students will also eat dinner together and can purchase an afternoon snack if they’d like to bring some cash. Breakfast will be served on Sunday morning before heading back to Hope.
Q: What if my student has an allergy?
A: Please fill out this allergy 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 at camp. If your student plans to bring medication, please fill out the medication information form and 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: Drop off late or pick up early?
A: Please email Emma Storm to see what arrangements might be possible for your family.
Q: What if they are unable to 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.