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NIC Youth Fall 2025 Retreat

Location: Lutherdale Camp and Conference Center, Elkhorn, WI

2025 Nic Fall Youth Retreat

2025 NIC Youth Fall Retreat
for Middle School and High School students (6th to 12th grade)

Sept. 26-28, 2025
Lutherdale Camp and Conference Center, Elkhorn, WI

Cost: $180 (Note: Includes a $30 non-refundable deposit due at Registration)

Registration Closed


Theme: In Rhythm!

In music, dancing, and sports, it’s essential to be in rhythm to be successful. But are we living our whole lives in a kind of rhythm that makes us whole, well, and joyful?

Retreat guest speaker: Uli Widmaier, Congregation Etz Chaim
Topic: Sabbath. What is it? Why is it necessary? How do we do it? Where can we find it?


Why Retreat Together?

As United Methodists, we believe that connectionalism extends to every age group, including our young people. Through our connection, we want to create a supportive and nurturing environment where youth and youth leaders can connect, grow, and serve together.

Questions? Contact: Leah Ostwald


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