Adult & Family Retreats

Don't just come to camp for the summer!   Crossways runs year round and offers a number of programmed events in every season. These programs run for all different age groups and allow you to experience God's creation in a variety of settings.  To see what retreats and events are coming up, click any of the links to below. Call the Appleton Office at 920-882-0023 with any questions!

Click here for detailed information specific to crafting retreats.

 

January 2012

Quilting Retreat
  January 27-29, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp

How often have you wanted to get that machine out to sew and just couldn’t bring yourself to get out all your supplies? Well, bring everything to camp and finish that quilt that you have been wanting to finish! New quilter? Just bring your machine, supplies and your basic sewing skills and we will help you get started! Lodging in Evergreen Lodge, linens provided. Retreat runs from 1pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday.

Cost: $130 per person
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February 2012

Quilting Retreat  *FULL!*
  February 3-5, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp

How often have you wanted to get that machine out to sew and just couldn’t bring yourself to get out all your supplies? Well, bring everything to camp and finish that quilt that you have been wanting to finish! New quilter? Just bring your machine, supplies and your basic sewing skills and we will help you get started! Lodging in Evergreen Lodge, linens provided. Retreat runs from 1pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday.


Cost: $130 per person
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Scrapbooking Retreat
  February 3-5, 2012 - Imago Dei Village

Have you been waiting for the opportunity to get your pictures organized and in a beautiful scrapbook? Come to a Scrapbooking retreat at Crossways and do just that! A consultant will be available as a resource throughout the weekend. Enjoy hours of uninterrupted time, table space to lay out your pages, fantastic meals, fellowship with others who enjoy scrapbooking, and optional morning devotions in a beautiful, faith-filled setting. Retreat runs from 7pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday.


Cost: $90 per person
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Crafting Retreat
  February 24-26, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp

When was the last time you got away? Head to camp and meet new and old friends while you work on scrapbooking, stamping, beading, cross-stitching, knitting, quilting or ANY project you’ve dreamed of starting or finishing. Relax, have fun and play; this retreat is for crafters of all kinds. Bring your own projects and supplies, and use this uninterrupted time away to let your creativity flow! Retreat runs from 7pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday.


Cost: $125 per person
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Quilting Retreat
  February 28 - March 1, 2012 - Waypost Camp

When was the last time you got away? Head to camp and meet new and old friends while you work on scrapbooking, stamping, beading, cross-stitching, knitting, quilting or ANY project you’ve dreamed of starting or finishing. Relax, have fun and play; this retreat is for crafters of all kinds. Bring your own projects and supplies, and use this uninterrupted time away to let your creativity flow! Retreat runs from 7pm on Tuesday until 3pm on Thursday.


Cost: $90 per person
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March 2012

Men's Retreat
  March 2-4, 2012 - Imago Dei Village

This retreat will provide you with a comfortable forum to get away from the stresses of the daily grind and help you focus on the important spiritual aspects of your life. Gather in comfort for time spent studying the Bible and in fellowship with the guys. Register for one night or two nights to get the getaway that fits your schedule!

Pr. Jim Deckert of Zion, UCC in Dale will be helping us explore the theme of “One Body, Many Parts: What we do and how it fits.” Throughout the weekend we will gather together for both large group and small group discussion to talk about how we connect Sunday to Saturday by living out our gifts and skills. Saturday will also bring opportunity to serve through an on-site service project, along with a series of workshops designed to help you learn a new skill or hobby!


Cost: $90 per person
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Scrapbooking Retreat  *FULL*
  March 2-4, 2012 - Waypost Camp

Have you been waiting for the opportunity to get your pictures organized and in a beautiful scrapbook? Come to a Scrapbooking retreat at Crossways and do just that! A consultant will be available as a resource throughout the weekend. Enjoy hours of uninterrupted time, table space to lay out your pages, fantastic meals, fellowship with others who enjoy scrapbooking, and optional morning devotions in a beautiful, faith-filled setting. Retreat runs from 7pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday.


Cost: $90 per person
Register for camp now!

 

Health & Wellness Retreat
  March 9-11, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp

Using the ELCA Wholeness Wheel as our guide we’ll affirm our strengths and identify our growth areas. ‘The ELCA Wholeness Wheel reminds us that being truly healthy and whole is about being in balance and intentionally nurturing all aspects of health surrounded and supported by spiritual health.’ We’ll explore the components of Social/Interpersonal, Vocational, Spiritual, Emotional, Physical, Financial, and Intellectual well-being.


Cost: $125 per person
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Crafting Retreat
  March 16-18, 2012 - Waypost Camp

When was the last time you got away? Head to camp and meet new and old friends while you work on scrapbooking, stamping, beading, cross-stitching, knitting, quilting or ANY project you’ve dreamed of starting or finishing. Relax, have fun and play; this retreat is for crafters of all kinds. Bring your own projects and supplies, and use this uninterrupted time away to let your creativity flow! Retreat runs from 7pm on Friday until 3pm on Sunday.


Cost: $90 per person
Register for camp now!

 


April 2012

Ecumenical Women's Retreat
  April 13-15, 2012 - Imago Dei Village

This retreat is an opportunity for gifted women of diverse Christian traditions, cultures, and communities to gather and grow in faith with one another and the Holy One in our midst. We will have both large and small groups, workshops in the arts, body prayer and music and dance. We will explore, engage and empower one another as we journey together learning to live the Gospel boldly.


Cost: $95 per person
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Faith & Fitness Retreat
  April 20-22, 2012 - Imago Dei Village

Join Crossways and Portico (formerly ELCA Board of Pensions) for a weekend of fun, fitness, and faith. Large group sessions will focus on how we balance the demands of everyday life and incorporate fitness all at the same time. Saturday afternoon will include workshops on yoga, biking, cardio aerobics, canoeing, Zumba, nutrition, and much more!


Cost: $90 per person
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May 2012

Intro to Camp for Families
  May 4-6, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp

Families share in a retreat experience built to familiarize them to camp. Some campers and parents prefer to get a taste of camp before attending for a week. Join us this weekend for lots of camp fun, including, campfires, Bible study, worship, volunteer projects, and exploration. Camp staff will guide families, answer questions, and share the wonders of camp. Families will leave refreshed and excited about their next experience at camp.


Cost: $165 for the first two people, $35 each additional
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Mother Daughter Retreat
  May 11-12, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp

Moms and daughters of all ages need time away to renew their bonds and create new memories. Spend time together in camp activities, Bible study, crafts, and more. Enjoy fellowship together in the beautiful prairie of Pine Lake Camp. Lodging in Evergreen Lodge, linens provided.


Cost: $65/adult, $45/youth 16 & under
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Lutheran Men in Mission 'One Year to Live' Retreat
  May 18-20, 2012 - Imago Dei Village

Sponsored by Lutheran Men in Mission:  Developed by LMM in partnership with Lyman Coleman, pioneer of small group ministry, CEO and founder of Serendipity Publishing House the One Year to Live retreat is designed to be a life changing, lay led event. Get more info at LLM One Year to Live.

 

Fall 2012 Retreats

  • Preschool Parent & Me  Sept 21-23, 2012 - Imago Dei Village
  • Retired Persons Retreat  Sept 26-28, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp
  • Quilting Retreat  October 7-10, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp E
  • Scrapbooking Retreat  October 12-14, 2012 - Waypost Camp
  • Scrapbooking Retreat  November 2-4, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp
  • Quilting Retreat  November 9-11, 2012 - Waypost Camp
  • Quilting Retreat  November 16-18, 2012 - Pine Lake Camp
  • Family Christmas  Nov 30-Dec 2, 2012 - Imago Dei Village

     

 

Conduct Your Own Retreat
Please visit our Retreats page for more information.

 

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16 Tri-Park Way, Appleton, WI 54914
Phone: 920-882-0023 Fax 920-882-9474
E-mail:
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