What to Expect
Here's just a few of the things you can expect to experience at Spring Retreat.
Three Main Sessions with Worship and Talks from Seniors in our Cru Movement
On Friday night, Saturday morning, and Saturday night, we will have main sessions with worship led by the RealLife Band, talks from seniors about what God has taught them during college, stories of how God is at work in our lives, and time in Spring Retreat pods (no worries, we will assign these when you arrive!) where we will discuss what we are learning.
Time for Fun in Community
Spring Retreat is a great opportunity to meet new friends and deepen relationships with old friends. From intentional conversations in your Spring Retreat pod, to playing games and having fun during free times, to competing alongside your class in the annual Clash of Classes, there are so many opportunities to connect.
Time to Connect with God and Reflect
Spring Retreat is a great time to connect with God individually and as a movement of Cru at Ohio State. Throughout the weekend we will celebrate what God has done in our lives this year by hearing stories, talking with one another, and by worshiping God together. We'll also have time alone with God on Saturday morning to give us a chance to slow down and connect with God by reflecting on the year or just enjoying time with Him.
The Details
Everything you need to know about Spring Retreat.
Where, When, and How Much?
- Spring Retreat is at Round Lake Christian Camp. It's located about an hour north of Columbus. [If you're detail oriented, the address is 14 OH-3, Lakeville, OH 44638.] Your small group leader can help to coordinate rides. If you aren't in a small group and need a ride, email paige.waanders@cru.org
- Spring Retreat is April 5-6. Plan to arrive at the camp between 5 and 7:15pm Friday (The earlier the better!). Dinner will be provided when you arrive, so no need to stop for it on the way. Then our first meeting will start at 7:30pm! We will head out around 9pm Saturday.
- The cost is $80 which includes 4 meals (dinner, breakfast, lunch, dinner), snacks throughout the weekend, coffee, a place to sleep, and a Spring Retreat sweatshirt (if you register by March 28 at 11:59pm)!
What Should I bring?
- A Bible, journal, and pen.
- A pillow and sleeping bag (or sheet and blanket).
- Toiletries
- A towel and shower stuff (If you plan to shower)
- Athletic clothes (we will have an optional volleyball tournament as well as sports going in the gym).
- An extra change of clothes in case you get wet or muddy during the clash of classes.
- Warm clothes- A lot of Spring Retreat takes place outside, and we never know what kind of temperatures we're gonna get. Be sure to pack accordingly!
Main Sessions
- It is a tradition at Spring Retreat to have graduating seniors from our Cru movement deliver the talks at the retreat. This year we'll have a chance to hear from some of our seniors as they reflect on what God has taught them during college, and what they want to leave the movement with as they move on.
- Throughout the weekend we will be led in worship by our amazing RealLife band. The weekend will conclude with an extend time of worship to celebrate God for all he has done and is doing in our midst.
- On Saturday night we will have a chance to send off our Seniors by praying over them and looking ahead to their futures as well as our future as a movement.
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