Cincinnati Retreat weekend
Join us for an immersive Story-Formed Life weekend
WHAT TO EXPECT
Everything You need To Know
Small Group Setting
Led by our very best Story Guides, groups are intentionally kept small (12-16 people) so every person can engage deeply with the Story and with each other. As your Story Guide leads you through the scriptures, you will discover who God is and who you are through rich discussion.
Why Cincinnati
Cincinnati is the place Story-Formed Life began. Over the past 18 years, thousands of people in Cincinnati have gone through SFL and have allowed God's Story to transform their lives. During the retreat, you will be encouraged and inspired by the ways God is moving in families across this city by engaging with them through shared meals, worship and parayer, and hospitality.
Housing
Stay with a Cincinnati family who has been using God's Story to shape and form their family and household. See how they run their household, chat with their kids over breakfast, and stay up late talking about all that you've been learning. This is one of the most impactful parts of the weekend.
You are also welcome to choose to make your own housing arrangements at your own expense.
You are also welcome to choose to make your own housing arrangements at your own expense.
Details
You will arrive at the home of your SFL Story Guide at noon on Friday. The retreat will conclude at noon on Sunday. If you will be flying, we highly recommend getting a rental car.
You might be Wondering...
Where is it held?
Your small group will meet in the home of your Story Guide. Every part of the weekend happens in homes.
How much does the weekend cost?
The retreat is $169/person. This includes everything except your travel plans to get to Cincinnati.
Who is the Retreat Weekend for?
- The retreat is for soft hearted people who are ready to deepen their faith.
- New believer, life-long believer, and everyone in between.- Couples and singles are both welcome. If you are married, we highly recommend both spouses come.
- Teenagers through Grandparents. Yes, mature teens are welcome. No childcare provided.
What will we do?
Friday:
- Lunch & Story sharing
- 3 Sessions of SFL
- Sabbath dinner
Saturday:
- Breakfast with your host family
- 5 Sessions of SFL (and lunch)
- Evening Worship & Prayer
Sunday:
- Breakfast with your host family
- 2 Sessions of SFL
- Depart at 12:30pm
- Lunch & Story sharing
- 3 Sessions of SFL
- Sabbath dinner
Saturday:
- Breakfast with your host family
- 5 Sessions of SFL (and lunch)
- Evening Worship & Prayer
Sunday:
- Breakfast with your host family
- 2 Sessions of SFL
- Depart at 12:30pm
Is this a relaxing retreat?
No. This weekend is jam packed with deep discussion of God's Word. You should plan to come rested and leave tired, but in the very best way. This is an intensive that will have a lasting impact.
What people are saying
Isaac Keldsen
This was life changing and completely shifted my perspective about what I know about God. It gives me a lot of hope.
Amanda Keldsen
The weekend was both encouraging and convicting. Ultimately, it has filled my faith and has helped equip me to be a better disciple.
Jamie Knap
The most impactful part was experiencing family life with my host family. Shabbat dinner was a great experience, too.
Taylor Gonya
I am going home truly understanding the Gospel for the first time in my life.