Youth Retreat 2026

March 5-7, 2026 | What to expect:
We are going to Camp Lebanon for our annual youth retreat! This will be an unforgettable weekend you don’t want to miss. There will be free time to relax or take advantage of the many activities available at Camp Lebanon. There will be group games and fun activities such as open gym, broomball, tubing hill, blacklight dodge ball, and more. Clear your weekend to connect with friends and God.

Schedule (This schedule may change so please be aware of any changes made)
Thursday, March 5:
5:45 PM - Meet at New Life Church (Please eat prior to arrival)
6:00 PM - Leave New Life Church
7:00 PM - Arrive at Retreat
7:30 PM - Banquet/Retreat Orientation
8:30 PM - Session #1
10:00 PM - Late Night Activities
1:00 AM - Lights Out

Friday, March 6:
9:00 AM - Breakfast
10:00 AM - Session #2
11:00 AM - Breakout Session #1
11:45 AM - Breakout Session #2
1:00 PM - Lunch
2:00 PM - Afternoon Activities
5:30 PM - Dinner
7:30 PM - Session #3
10:00 PM - Late Night Activities
1:00 AM - Lights Out

Saturday, March 7:
9:00 AM - Breakfast
10:00 AM - Session #4
1:00 PM - Leave Retreat
2:00 PM - Arrive at New Life Church (Parents pick up students)

Cost: $165 by 2.4.26 / $190 after 2.4.26

What to bring:
Bible | notebook | pen/pencil | modest attire | winter clothes | jacket | sweatshirt | athletic clothes | toiletries | towel | bedding | pillow | snacks | board games | video games/systems | copy of health insurance card | a friend

What NOT to bring:
Tobacco | illegal drugs | e-cigs | shaving cream (gel only) | fireworks | firearms | expensive jewelry | knives | weapons | condoms | unapproved medication | bad attitude

Contact: Ben: 320.360.8232 / benrekstad@gmail.com
-If you are attending with another youth group please contact your youth pastor.
General Info

When: Thursday March 5 - Saturday March 7, 2026
Due Date: Register by February 4, 2026.
Cost: $165 / $190 after 2.4.26 (Talk to Ben for a scholarship. If you are attending with another youth group, talk to your youth pastor)
Where: Camp Lebanon Burtrum, MN
Participant Info

 
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Rules

Students are under the authority of New Life Church staff and volunteers. No stealing, illegal drugs, weapons, tobacco, fighting, sexual activity, or alcohol. On overnight events, no members of the opposite gender are allowed in a room together. We require students to stay in groups of 3 or more at all times and there is no wandering off alone. Cell phones will not be allowed during service times. Students who damage property are responsible for repair/replacement.  If rules are violated, parents or guardians of the student may be asked to drive and pick up the said student at the parent's or guardians' expense.
Medical Info & Liability Release

I understand the nature of the New Life Church activities in which my son/daughter will be participating and that he/she is expected to abide by all church and facility rules during the course of the activities.  I, acting on my own behalf, also release New Life Church, its staff, and volunteer leaders from any liability whatsoever arising out of disregard of rules, property damage, or loss as well as any injury, sickness, or death which may be sustained by my child as the result of participating in any New Life Church activity.  I hereby give my permission for him/her to participate in the Youth Retreat on March 5-7, 2026.


I authorize New Life Church to use our child’s likeness in photographs or video in any and all of its publications, website, and other media.  I will make no monetary or other claims against the church for the use of such photos or videos.  I understand that if my child misbehaves and violates the New Life Church rules, I may be called to pick him/her up from any activity at my own expense.


I give my permission for the local physician to treat the listed student in the event of a minor illness or minor injury.  In case of emergency, and when I am unable to be contacted, I hereby give permission to the local physician selected by New Life Church staff or volunteers to hospitalize, secure proper treatment for, order injection, anesthesia, or surgery for my child.
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Description

March 5-7, 2026
What to expect:
We are going to Camp Lebanon for our annual youth retreat! This will be an unforgettable weekend you don’t want to miss. There will be free time to relax or take advantage of the many activities available at Camp Lebanon. There will be group games and fun activities such as open gym, broomball, tubing hill, blacklight dodge ball, and more. Clear your weekend to connect with friends and God.

Schedule (This schedule may change so please be aware of any changes made)
Thursday, March 5:
5:45 PM - Meet at New Life Church (Please eat prior to arrival)
6:00 PM - Leave New Life Church
7:00 PM - Arrive at Retreat
7:30 PM - Banquet/Retreat Orientation
8:30 PM - Session #1
10:00 PM - Late Night Activities
1:00 AM - Lights Out

Friday, March 6:
9:00 AM - Breakfast
10:00 AM - Session #2
11:00 AM - Breakout Session #1
11:45 AM - Breakout Session #2
1:00 PM - Lunch
2:00 PM - Afternoon Activities
5:30 PM - Dinner
7:30 PM - Session #3
10:00 PM - Late Night Activities
1:00 AM - Lights Out

Saturday, March 7:
9:00 AM - Breakfast
10:00 AM - Session #4
1:00 PM - Leave Retreat
2:00 PM - Arrive at New Life Church (Parents pick up students)

Cost: $165 by 2.4.26 / $190 after 2.4.26

What to bring:
Bible | notebook | pen/pencil | modest attire | winter clothes | jacket | sweatshirt | athletic clothes | toiletries | towel | bedding | pillow | snacks | board games | video games/systems | copy of health insurance card | a friend

What NOT to bring:
Tobacco | illegal drugs | e-cigs | shaving cream (gel only) | fireworks | firearms | expensive jewelry | knives | weapons | condoms | unapproved medication | bad attitude

Contact: Ben: 320.360.8232 / benrekstad@gmail.com
-If you are attending with another youth group please contact your youth pastor.