WHAT: PARISH RETREAT 2021

WHERE: MERROWVISTA (Tuftonboro, NH)

WHEN: Friday, Sept 24 at 5PM - Sunday, Sept 26 at 1PM

WHO: Families of young, youth and teens, single and coupled adults.

WHY: To grow in our community together by spending a weekend sharing meals, relaxing, and detaching amid the beautiful surroundings at Camp Merrowvista. All ages welcomed and encouraged to attend.

We are excited to be able to bring this wonderful tradition back in partnership with Merrowvista, and want to assure all that we are planning a safe, fun, and formative experience for those who participate. COVID-19 protocols are in the works, and will be communicated in greater detail during our live/zoom Q&A session with Matt Loper, Director of Programs at American Youth Foundation, the organization that runs Camp Merrowvista, on Thursday, September 16th at 6PM.

Retreat programming includes:

—Daily worship, centering prayer, and self-guided reflections

—Guided ridge hike & canoeing

—Activities such as gardening, arts & crafts, archery, wall climbing, and games

—Family style meals

—Evening bonfire

Please submit your registration form (one per family) by Thursday, September 16th. Payment is not required at the time of registration. All registrants will receive a confirmation email and invoice from St. John's. If you have any hardship with payment, St. John's is happy to work with you. Contact Ashley with any specific questions or concerns.

GET READY TO HAVE SOME FUN, FRIENDS. It's happening.