Showing posts with label Labor Day Retreat. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Labor Day Retreat. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 13, 2011

Coming down the Mountain

This year’s Labor Day Retreat was another chance for us to enjoy nature and even more importantly renew our spirit in God’s Word and Christian fellowship. Antonia Rodriguez shares her experience. There is a translation below.

“El Pastor Tim me pregunto si podía escribir acerca de mi experiencia durante el pasado fin de semana en el retiro espiritual a las montañas de Massachusetts; pues les diré que este fue mi segundo viaje al retiro y doy gracias a Dios porque pude realizar una inolvidable caminata a la montaña compartiendo salmos, alabanzas y el sermón a cargo del Pastor Gary Kluball, a unos 1640 pies de altura; recordando la grandeza de nuestro Dios el cual nos proporciona todo lo necesario para nuestra existencia aquí en la tierra.

En estos últimos años mi vida ha dado un giro de 190*. Mientras, solo he pedido a Dios me dé la fortaleza y sabiduría para adaptarme a los cambios y convertir los obstáculos en oportunidades; y podría decir con toda certeza, que me he mantenido de pie gracias a su soporte; por lo que me sentí muy honrada al tener la oportunidad de ofrecer un Estudio Bíblico para mujeres sobre el Estrés: Éramos 29 personas, un grupo multicultural y muy participativo, ellas pudieron evaluar su nivel de estrés para luego conocer la procedencia y la cura de este; a través de la Biblia, cuan maravilloso es Dios y sus enseñanzas.”

Pastor Tim asked me if I would write about my experience this past weekend at the Labor Day Retreat in the mountains of Massachusetts. Well, I will tell you that this was my second trip to the retreat and I give thanks to God because I went on an unforgettable walk in the mountains singing psalms, hymns, and listening to a sermon by Pastor Gary Kluball at 1640 feet, remembering the greatness of our God who gave us all that we need for our time in the earth.

In these last years my life has turned around 180 degrees. Through it all, I have asked God to give me strength and wisdom to change myself and let the obstacles become opportunities. I can say with all certainty that I have kept going with God’s help. I also felt very honored to give a Bible study for women about stress. There were 29 people, a very multicultural group that was willing to participate. The women were able to evaluate their level of stress, discuss where it comes from, and also find the cure to the stress through the Bible. God’s teachings are truly marvelous.

Tuesday, June 21, 2011

Save the Date!

You're invited! Each year, the people from churches in the North Atlantic District of the WELS come together at the Labor Day Retreat for fun and fellowship. It's a refreshing way to connect with old friends and make new ones... and to connect with the Lord. We want everyone to be a part of it! Register now to get premium accommodations and check out the NEW WEBSITE for all the exciting details. Don't miss it - this year has so many new and fun things, it'll be the best yet. We're thrilled to announce new things this year:
Bring all your friends, this is the Retreat you don't want to miss! Send an email to WELSLaborDayRetreat[at]gmail.com to stay up-to-date with all the breaking news about this year's Retreat.

Beauty in the Berkshires!


A view from the dock on a pristine lake!

The GREAT HALL with a huge fireplace. Perfect for s'mores...

Come on in - the water's great!

Sit in the shade by the picnic tables and watch the fun!

Guarda la Fecha


WELS LABOR DAY RETREAT-2, 3,4,5 de sept.,2011
¡Por favor, guarda la fecha y ven este ano!

Guarda la fecha en su calendario (Labor Day, por supuesto) y espera el lanzamiento de la nueva página web con todos los detalles... pero no podemos esperar anunciar algunas cosas nuevas este año:
• NUEVA UBICACIÓN
• clima más calido
• Cabañas con chimeneas
• Koiné estará allí
• Leo el León volverá
• Nuevas Actividades
• ¡Los FUEGOS ARTIFICIALES serán espectaculares!
• Se habla español!
• ¡Comida proveída!
• Nuevos estudios bíblicos y talleres
• No es necesario trabajar en la concina este año
• Muchas oportunidades para voluntaries
• Descuentos para grupos. ¡Invita a tus amigos!

Ahora, estás emocionado, ¿verdad? ¡MÁS DETALLES MUY PRONTO!
Para recibir más información, envía un email a WELSLaborDayRetreat@gmail.com y agregaremos a nuestra lista.

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

2010 Labor Day Retreat

Sure Foundation Lutheran Church, Woodside, Queens, NY, loaded up a coach bus full of people and headed up to the Berkshire Mountains for Bible study, worship, and relaxation. It was a fantastic weekend. Check out our pics below!

Thursday, September 10, 2009

Labor Day Weekend - Peaceful

We filled up two big vans and headed out for the weekend expecting a weekend of peace out of the city. We had our weekend of peace.

We saw the stars at night. We found quiet places to be (without the 7 train rumbling by). We had beautiful weather. We enjoyed time on the lake in boats. We spent time in the heated pool, played beach volleyball, and grew in friendship. Most importantly we found peace with God through Jesus. We took time for worship next to the lake, Bible study, and also prayer.

I can’t think of a better way for us to have spent Labor Day weekend. It was beautiful. It was peaceful.





Thursday, August 13, 2009

Labor Day Retreat


The Labor Day retreat is an annual event focused on spiritual renewal through Bible study and worship held in the mountains. It is not too late to sign up, but sign up today.

Attendees may select from among many interesting and educational seminars. This year WELS president Mark Schroeder will lead one Bible study. The discussions are open and lively! There are programs for children and teens, too!

Camp in cabins with indoor plumbing and lights. All meals are included, though you can bring snacks or what ever you like. The camp has outstanding recreational facilities including heated pool and lake activities, tennis, basketball, and baseball. Outdoor worship, conducted in both Spanish and English, is held on Sunday morning overlooking the beautiful lake with choir and Sunday School participating. It's a very uplifting experience!

Contact Pastor Tim for more information or look on the back table at church.


New Sermon Series

During the month of August, the pastoral team is presenting a sermon series entitled: The Real Wonder Bread.
This week: The Real Wonder Bread: Filling.
Next week: The Real Wonder Bread: Healthy.