Experiencing Connection - Thank You for a Wonderful Summer

Thank You for a Wonderful Summer! Montreat Youth Conference has officially concluded for the 2026 summer season. As we look back on this year’s event, we are filled with gratitude for everyone — attendees, volunteers, and staff members alike — who helped make it such an unforgettable experience. We would like to take some time today to say thanks and to provide you with an update about next year’s conference… READ THE FULL ARTICLE NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS Submit a Planning Team Application We are currently looking for youth and adults to serve on the Planning Teams for our 2028 youth and middle school conferences! Planning Team members are responsible for helping shape future conferences, including selecting the theme, developing Small Group and recreation activities, supporting worship services, and more. Apply today! A Gathering for Young Adults Save the date for The Manna Retreat, our annual event for young adults between the ages of 22 and 32(ish)! Taking place next January, this retreat offers support for young adults navigating the messiness of their “defining decade.” The Manna Retreat is three days, 100 young adults, one old hotel, and ten small groups dedicated to creating deeper faith and deeper relationships. Learn more or sign up for registration alerts here. Photo courtesy of Murtagh Masterpieces. Arts, Recreation, and Worship Registration is currently open for the Arts, Recreation, and Worship Conference (ARW), hosted in partnership with re:create. ARW is a week-long opportunity to engage in hands-on learning related to community, creativity, and leadership in ministry settings. In addition to whole group worship and recreation events, participants select from a wide range of unique classes — many of which address topics related to youth ministry. Find out more. We Love Our Clubbies! Summer in Montreat wouldn't be the same without our Clubs and Child Care programs. Read about Montreat Clubs and what makes it so special in this blog post written by our summer marketing assistant! One of Montreat Conference Center’s core values, “experiencing connection” refers to our belief that we are called to experience life in the community of others. We encourage connection through learning, playing, listening deeply, and being fully present in ways that strengthen lasting relationships with God, each other, and the world around us. You can learn more about Montreat’s mission and values by clicking here.

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