Lower Mainland Youth Retreat

MISSION, B.C. – The fourth annual Lower Mainland Youth retreat was held at Camp Luther in Hatzic Lake from May 2-4, 2025. Youth in Grades 6-12 from five Lutheran churches participated: Walnut Grove Lutheran (Langley), Hillside Christian (Cloverdale), Killarney Lutheran (Vancouver), Trinity Lutheran (Richmond), and St. Paul’s Lutheran (Chilliwack).

This year’s theme was “Navigating the Waters of Faith.” Youth reflected on water as a powerful, life-giving source on earth and discussed the role of water throughout Scripture.  Chapel times examined the theme of swimming and how in our faith we can be treading, sinking, and saved in Christ. Organizers thank Rev. Ian Wemyss, Rev. Brian Falkenholt, Rev. James Paulgaard, and Adrianna Blitterswyk for assisting with chapel times this year.

The weekend’s activities included crafts, tie dying, wide games, sports, canoeing, and swimming. Camp Luther’s amenities do not disappoint! The food is always fantastic, and the cabins are cozy and comfortable.

Is your church’s youth group looking for an affordable weekend getaway of faith and fun for Spring 2026? Contact Walnut Grove’s Youth Leader Team to take part in planning for next year’s event by emailing admin@wglc.org.

Amanda Gervais, Youth Director, St. Paul’s Lutheran, Chilliwack

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