Winter Teen Retreat
Experience A Winter Wonderland
Discover How Teen Youth Groups Embrace Faith & Fun at SpringHill Christian Retreat.
Teen Winter Retreat Programming
At SpringHill, we understand your desire to help your teens strengthen their relationship with Jesus.
That’s why we listened to youth leaders so closely.
We’ve created a dynamic winter retreat specifically for middle and high school teens to help you extend your reach and strengthen your ministry. It is a place where they can set aside the things of the world and discover the Love God has for them in an intentional weekend.
SpringHill experiences encourage teens to come as they are.
To put down their phones and electronic devices and hear the Word of God.
To step out of their comfort zones and a world that judges them for imperfections and fall in love with the Gospel of Christ.
To hear God whisper, “You are enough as you are!”
We Do It All For You.
We include all the programming, housing, meals, and fun so you and your youth leaders have the time and space to connect with your teens and discuss Biblical truths that can transform their lives.
SpringHill teen retreats include large group sessions, a live band, and a featured speaker. Teens also spend the weekend engaging in fun activities like snow tubing, ice skating, a ropes course, laser tag, paintball, and swimming in an indoor heated pool.
Winter Retreat Dates
| Jan 10-12 | Middle & High School | Grades 6-12 | $189/student $165/leader |
Speaker: Heather Flies |
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| Jan 17-19 | High School Only | Grades 9-12 | $189/student $165/leader |
Speaker: Brian Ball |
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| Jan 24-26 | Middle & High School | Grades 6-12 | $189/student $165/leader |
Speaker: Greg Speck |
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| Jan 31-Feb 2 | Middle School Only | Grades 6-9 | $189/student $165/leader |
Speakers: Molly & Craig Sandborn |
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| Feb 7-9 | Middle & High School | Grades 6-12 | $189/student $165/leader |
Speaker: Justin Warns |
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| Feb 14-16 | Middle & High School | Grades 6-12 | $189/student $165/leader |
Speaker: Bryan Jones |
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| Feb 21-23 | Middle & High School | Grades 6-12 | $189/student $165/leader |
Speaker: Brian Ball |
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Heather Flies
Junior High Pastor at Wooddale Church
Heather Flies began her ministry at Wooddale as the junior high associate before joining the pastoral team as the junior high pastor. She graduated from Bethel University in St. Paul majoring in communication, before receiving her Master of Divinity degree in theological studies from Bethel Seminary. Heather and her husband, Chad, live in the Twin Cities with their two Saint Bernards. Heather spends time as a communicator and has authored two books: I Want to Talk to My Teen About Girl Stuff, and That’s What She Said/That’s What He Said.
Brian Ball
Family Team Lead at Chapel Pointe
Brian grew up in Chattanooga, TN, and attended Lee University, where he played basketball and graduated with a degree in Math Education. After 10 years in education as a teacher, coach, and principal, the Lord called him to full-time ministry. He is now the Family Team Lead at Chapel Pointe in Hudsonville, MI, where he oversees kids, students, and young adult ministry. He and his wife, Bethany, have three children. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with family, woodworking, and cheering for the Tennessee Volunteers.
Greg Speck
Youth and Family Communicator
Greg became a Christian in high school. He then attended Bethel University, graduating with a major in Sociology and minors in Social Work and Biblical and Theological Studies. He began his career as a caseworker for challenged teens before becoming a Youth Pastor, Youth Specialist for Moody Bible Institute, President of Youth Ministries International, and the Youth and Family Communicator for Bethel University. He has led teens on mission trips to the British Isles and across Europe for over 20 years. He now travels the world through Greg Speck Ministries.
Molly & Craig Sandborn
Speakers at FamilyLife’s Weekend to Remember
Craig and Molly are united in marriage and in their passion to speak to youth and young adults. They tackle topics from sexual integrity to reading the Bible. A common theme is the necessity of connecting to Christ and being committed to His Word. They have a fun, unique, and inspiring perspective that captures the attention and hearts of audiences. Craig has been a professional communicator for 20 years, while Molly is passionate about life and is known for carrying cheese balls! Together, they make a dynamic speaking team popular with teens.
Bryan Jones
Senior Pastor of Brookwood Church
Bryan Jones is the Senior Pastor of Brookwood Church. He graduated from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, Illinois, and has a passion for prayer and seeking God in all things. His life was transformed by Jesus at a camp. Ever since then, he’s felt a strong pull toward ministry. God called him to Brookwood with his wife, Stephanie, and their three children. He served on staff at Willow Creek Community Church in Chicago for 11 years and was Teaching Pastor at The Heights in Richardson, Texas for 6 years before joining Brookwood Church in 2023.
Justin Warns
Lead Pastor at Kensington Church
Justin Warns is the Lead Pastor of Kensington Church, at the Birmingham campus. His journey into ministry began over 25 years ago when God began to transform his life. He has a passion for God and seeing people transformed and mobilized by Jesus. He believes every person is on a journey to discover, learn, and grow in this life. He is married to Jenny, and together they have four children. Justin enjoys family activities like riding bikes, spending time on Michigan’s lakes, playing soccer, building with Legos, and playing card games.
Winter Teen Retreat Promo Material
We make it EASY to promote your Winter Teen Retreat with everything you need at your fingertips! Our user-friendly and downloadable promotional materials make it easy to communicate with parents so you can focus on preparing your group for a weekend filled with exciting activities, meaningful connections, and a deeper relationship with Jesus.
Where They Play!
Don’t Let the Fun Fool You.
Every experience is designed to connect your students with either you, each other, or God.
During their weekend adventure, they will engage in both indoor and outdoor fun.
Outdoor Fun
- Tubing Hill
- Ice Skating
- Broomball
- Paintball
- Axe Throwing
- Laser Tag
Indoor Fun
- Indoor Pool
- High ropes course
- Volleyball
- Basketball
- Dodgeball
- Arcade
- Crate Stacking
- Escape Room
- Crafts & Tie Dye
Where They Sleep
Comfortable lodging includes bunk-style cabins. Adult leaders and youth leaders stay with students, and boys and girls sleep in separate cabins.
WHERE THEY EAT
Your winter retreat includes delicious buffet-style meals in our comfortable dining space.
Our staff prepares a wide range of foods for each meal to accommodate varied food preferences and dietary restrictions.
Where and How They Worship
Our spacious meeting hall can accommodate ministry events with a live band and a featured speaker who relates to teens through Biblically-rooted theology.
Small group discussions in smaller meeting spaces allow youth leaders to help students understand and apply the messages to their personal lives.
Don’t let finances keep your child from experiencing camp!
At SpringHill, we want every child to experience Christ through camp, regardless of socio-economic conditions.
Due to generous donations, we are able to offer partial scholarships based on financial need.
Applications are considered on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Ministry Events for a Typical Day
*Daily events could change due to weather, accessibility, safety, or scheduling needs.
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Friday
6:00 – 8:00 pm Check-in/ open Gym & Game room
6:30 – 8:30 pm Pizza Dinner (optional)
7:00 – 9:45 pm Open Activities
9:15 – 9:45 pm Leader Meeting
10:00 – 11:15 pm Large GroupSession
11:15 – 12:15 am Activity Sign-ups
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Saturday
8:00 – 10:00 am Breakfast Rotations
8:00 – 10:00 am Broomball Competition
10:15 – 11:30 am Large Group Session
11:30 – 12:00 am Small Group Discussions
12:00 – 2:00 pm Lunch Rotations
12:30 – 6:30 pm Open Activities
2:00 – 3:00 pm Dodgeball Tournament
3:30 – 4:30 pm Volleyball Tournament
5:30 – 6:30 pm Broomball Semi-finals
5:00 – 7:00 pm Dinner Rotations
7:30 – 9:00 pm Large Group Session
9:00 – 9:45 pm Small Group Discussions
10:00 – 10:30 pm Late Night Snack
10:00 – 12:00 am Open Activities
10:30 – 12:00 am Karaoke
10:30 – 11:30 pm Basketball Tournament
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Sunday
8:00 – 10:00 am Breakfast Rotations
8:30 – 9:30 am Broomball Finals
10:00 – 11:15 am Large Group Session
11:15 – 12:00 pm Small Groups
12:00 – 1:30 pm Lunch Rotations
2:00 pm Departure
The SpringHill Way
God Immersed
Recognizing that it is God through Christ who works to change the lives of young people, not our programming and planning.
Embracing
Being a welcoming place for all kinds of young people regardless of where they are spiritually, physically, emotionally, or socio-economically.
Innovative
Specifically designing our programs, facilities, and activities to be creative, relevant, fun, and challenging experiences that kids typically do not have available at home
Integrated
Making no distinction between faith and fun to help kids discover spiritual truth inside everyday experiences.
People
Inspired, trained, and professional staff and volunteers who fulfill our mission and vision in alignment with our core values.
Community-focused
Everything at SpringHill happens within small communities that facilitate and enhance relationship.
How To Register Your Group
Fill out the form below to start reserving spots for your group or to get more information!
We will reach out and provide more information and a follow up email with your churches registration link and camper code!
Send the link and code to your youth groups parents to have them register their student! No hassle on your end, we handle it all after that!
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