The weekend theme is “Impact – Influence or Be Influenced”. In a world of compromise, we can choose to be influenced or be the influence. Young people have a call on their lives not to be led by the culture but to be the change the world needs by honoring God and living by faith. Other highlights include small groups to connect with youth from other churches, young adults being together to explore the theme, dynamic worship from The Rock – Las Vegas, powerful messages from Santiago Acosta, a Friday night talent show, and more! Don’t miss this opportunity to be inspired and equipped to impact your world!
Santiago Acosta is the associate pastor at Valley Christian Church in El Centro, CA. Santiago is passionate about youth, and has been serving as a youth and young adults pastor for the past 8 years. Santiago has served with hundreds of youth on school campuses alongside Non-profit organizations such as Youth for Christ and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. He has worked alongside his wife in creating programs and events to reach the next generation for Jesus. He has overseen community outreaches such as open gyms, local skate park ministries, and serving in untapped areas of the community. The heart behind Santiago’s ministry is to see young people build an authentic love and relationship with Jesus.
Santiago graduated with a certificate in youth ministry through the Urban Youth Workers Institute and is currently pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Studies at Eternity Bible College.
Santiago currently resides in El Centro with his wife Jade and his daughter Psalm. In his free time, Santiago enjoys playing pickup basketball, gaming, hanging out with his Rottweiler Rome, and an occasional iced vanilla latte.
Santiago graduated with a certificate in youth ministry through the Urban Youth Workers Institute and is currently pursuing his Bachelor's Degree in Biblical Studies at Eternity Bible College.
Santiago currently resides in El Centro with his wife Jade and his daughter Psalm. In his free time, Santiago enjoys playing pickup basketball, gaming, hanging out with his Rottweiler Rome, and an occasional iced vanilla latte.
WHO CAN ATTEND?
•Youth 6th grade through high school
•Young Adults up to 24 will have their program.
•Young Adults can also serve as group leaders for their students.
•Every group needs to have one leader per every 5-7 students, including at least one male and one female leader.
•Young Adults up to 24 will have their program.
•Young Adults can also serve as group leaders for their students.
•Every group needs to have one leader per every 5-7 students, including at least one male and one female leader.
CAMP CEDAR CREST
Camp Cedar Crest is a Christian camp between Lake Arrowhead and Big Bear in the mountains north of Redlands. CCC has plenty of space and bathrooms in every cabin.
Camp Cedar Crest - 33325 Camp Cedar Crest Road - Running Springs, CA 92383
Click here to visit the Camp Cedar Crest website.
Camp Cedar Crest - 33325 Camp Cedar Crest Road - Running Springs, CA 92383
Click here to visit the Camp Cedar Crest website.
BEGINNING AND ENDING TIMES
- Registration begins on Friday evening at 6 PM
- (Dinner is NOT provided on Friday evening, but the snack bar will be open until 8 PM)
- The opening session will begin at 8 PM
- The retreat will conclude on Sunday around Noon.
WHAT DOES IT COST TO ATTEND ?
Early Registration: $185 – for those who deposit $85 or pay the full amount by February 28th - The remaining $100 is due by March 17th.
$210 – March 1 – March 17th
$210 – March 1 – March 17th
SMALL GROUPS
Small Groups give youth the opportunity to connect with youth from different churches. Small group facilitators are needed! We are asking that all churches choose adults who have the ability to lead a group. Small group leaders will be provided with a guide with discussion questions and activities for their time together. Leaders will have a meeting on zoom before the retreat to help them prepare for facilitating.
TALENT SHOW!
The Friday Night talent show is an awesome and fun conclusion to our Friday night session where participants can showcase their talents, or even just their sense of humor! You can sign up to do an act solo, or perform with your friends or group! Sign up via the google form to participate in the talent show by March 17th.
LiveScan Background Check for leaders
(Must be done by March 17th)
A Live Scan Background Check for ALL LEADERS serving as chaperones and small group leaders are required by California AB506. If you had a background check for the 2024 retreat you are not required to have another one. All leaders who did not have this background check must get it done no later than the first March 17th to give time to receive the results. If you are in the Los Angeles area we will offer live scans at the Regional Resource Center on March 15th. If you are not the L.A. area or can’t come to the Regional Resource Center go to Live Scan Locations | State of California - Department of Justice - Office of the Attorney General If you are not in California or need help with your LiveScan please contact the regional office at connect@abcoflash.org or call 818.839.6070 for more information about getting the Live Scan done.
STEPS TO REGISTER YOUR GROUP
Please submit the following to connect@abcoflash.org or FAX to 818.484.2079 NO LATER than March 17th.
•Group Registration List
•Certificate of Insurance Request Form
•Release Form for Group Leaders
•Release Form for minor participants under 18 years old
•Young Adult Participant Release Form for those 18 -24 years old
•Friday Night Talent Show Registration Form
Retreat Information for Leaders and Parents (English and Spanish)
All payments and forms are due by March 17th
Click here to make your payment online. If you need help, call 818-839-6070
•Group Registration List
•Certificate of Insurance Request Form
•Release Form for Group Leaders
•Release Form for minor participants under 18 years old
•Young Adult Participant Release Form for those 18 -24 years old
•Friday Night Talent Show Registration Form
Retreat Information for Leaders and Parents (English and Spanish)
All payments and forms are due by March 17th
Click here to make your payment online. If you need help, call 818-839-6070
