Fall Theological Retreat

Stoney Creek Hotel

• Located in the La Crosse area of Wisconsin
• Amenities include: a fitness center, indoor/outdoor pool, and outdoor walking trails
• Visit their website to learn more: stoneycreekhotels.com/hotel/la-crosse

Registration

• Online registration will be available closer to the event.
• Active pastors and deacons are expected to attend. If you are an active rostered minister in this synod and cannot attend, please contact Bishop Hassanally between September 1 and 15 to discuss. Other synod ministry leaders* and retired rostered ministers are welcome to attend. (*Ministry leaders can include SAMs, TEEMs, and worship and faith formation professionals.)

Lodging

• You are responsible for lodging, which is not included in event registration.
• There will be rooms reserved for this event at Stoney Creek Hotel at a special rate.
• The hotel has a 24-hour cancellation policy.

Add-On Retreat Time: Friday-Sunday, October 9-11

• This is an optional unstructured time. For those who are looking for some extra time to retreat away from everyday life. This could be on your own, with colleagues/friends, family, or not,... this is a chance for you to do what you need.
• This portion is NOT part of the expectations of rostered ministers. That's why we are calling it an "Add-On"!

Schedule

A detailed schedule will be made available closer to the event.

• Sunday: Registration typically opens around 4 PM, with the program and dinner starting around 6 PM.
• Tuesday: Event typically concludes around noon.

What to Bring

While it is up to you to bring what you need, here are a few things that you may not have considered:

• Reusable drinking vessel(s) for water, coffee, tea, etc.
• An offering will be received, so plan to bring whatever you may want to participate.
• Outdoor walking shoes.
• Layers! The indoor temperatures can fluctuate, so plan accordingly.
• Note-taking supplies.

Workshops

Will be shared closer to the event.