Give the Gift of Lutherlyn
This year, why not give the gift of Lutherlyn? You can donate in memory or in honor of a loved one, you can register that special camper for the Winter Youth Retreat, you can simply purchase a small stocking stuffer. Go to https://www.lutherlyn.com/lutherlyn-christmas/christmas-certificates.html for more information.
Advent Retreat at Lutherlyn
December 6-8, 2024
The Advent Retreat offers families an opportunity to spend time together celebrating the advent season for a weekend while at Lutherlyn.
The weekend registration fee includes lodging*, meals, program, and the supplies for each activity.
Registration deadline is November 25, 2024.
2024 Advent Retreat Tentative Schedule:
Friday:
6:30-7:30pm - Arrival, check-in at the Stewart Center, ornament making
8:00pm - Welcome, Opening Devotions, Decorate Christmas Tree, Family Introductions, Campfire, snack
After - games and/or movies
Saturday:
8:15am - Breakfast
9:30-10:30am - Family Bible Study/Activity
10:45-11:45am - Plunge, Hot Chocolate & S'Mores, Lawn Games (Lower Lake)
noon - Lunch
1:00pm - Evergreen Hike (Bring your clippers to collect greens for your Advent Wreath. The Hike will end at Dogwood to create your wreath.)
1:30pm - Build Advent Wreaths (Dogwood Picnic Shelter)
2:45pm - Cookie Decorating (Dining Hall)
3:15pm - Family Time (Guided Hike, Hay Ride, Adult/Family Snowman Craft, Recreation Building, Games, Christmas Movie, Discovery Room, Prayer Path)
5:15pm - Christmas Dinner
6:30pm - Carol Sing & Family Games
8:00pm - Campfire. Hot Dog Roast & S'Mores
After - games and/or movies
Sunday:
8:15-9:00am - Continental Breakfast
9:00 - Family Time (Pack up, recreation building, discovery room, rock painting)
10:00am - Agape Meal/Worship – Large Dining Room
11:30ish - Go In Peace!
2024 Advent Retreat Prices:
Adults (13 and older): $130 per person
Kids (3-12 years old): $75 per person
Kids (2 and younger): free of charge
Family max: $475 (A family is parents and. friends/extended family pay according to the rates listed above.)
*Guests are responsible for bringing twin bedding, towels, and toiletries.
Note: If you have clippers, please bring them with you for your Advent Wreath (we will have some available, but extra sets are helpful). other supplies and snacks will be provided.
Register at https://lutherlyn.campbrainregistration.com
The Plunge!
December 7, 2024
Who will de-throne our reigning Sovereign Plunger, Gloria Yount?!
On a cold December morning a brave group of "Plungers" will each take a chilly dip into Lower Lake to support the Annual Fund!
If you're interested in taking the Plunge to support Lutherlyn please contact Andi for more details or if you have questions. She can be reached at 724-865-2161 or andrea@lutherlyn.com.
Event Schedule December 7, 2024 Lower Lake, Lutherlyn
10:30 am: Check-In for Plungers
11:00 am: THE PLUNGE!! Campfire, Hot Chocolate, S'Mores at Lower Lake
Ways to Participate
There are several great ways to support this event. The first, for the brave-of-heart, is to become a "Plunger" and take to the water yourself. Plungers will work to acquire sponsorship from their family, friends, colleagues and parishioners. Plungers can be anyone in generally good health*. A second option is to nominate a friend, colleague, or your church's pastor to participate and perhaps be their first sponsor. A third option is to sponsor one or more Plungers to help them reach their goal. Lastly, you can participate during the event as either a spectator or volunteer. We'll need help taking photos, passing out coffee, tending our bonfire and most importantly cheering on our Plungers as they take what will be a very cold swim!
* Though we expect this to be a very fun (likely hilarious!) event, we take the safety of our participants and guests seriously. Lifeguards and nurses will be present to ensure everyone remains healthy and safe.