East Texas Nurses Christian Fellowship Retreat

                         Refresh, My Yoke is Easy  Matthew 11:28                                                                     

East Texas Nurses Christian Fellowship invites nurses, educators, students, and healthcare professionals to take time away from the busyness of life and Refresh your body, mind, and spirit! Come to the Piney Woods and grow deeper with God through worship, study, reflection, and prayer. Allow God’s Word and the Holy Spirit to transform and empower you.

Note:  You do not have to be a member of Nurses Christian Fellowship to attend, but participants may join by going to the NCF website: https://ncf-jcn.org/  and clicking on join.  But it is not required to attend.

PLEASE NOTE: CAMP GILMONT IS A SMOKE-FREE AND E-CIGARETTE FREE FACILITY    https://www.gilmont.org/

Registration fee, per person, includes housing options, meals, refreshments, and materials.  Texas CNE credit not offered.

See example sleeping arrangements:   https://www.gilmont.org/sleeping-spaces.html

Early Bird Registration: Nov. 1, 2021 - Feb. 1, 2022
$170.00 - Lodge room (2 per room, twin beds with bath) --- only 20 rooms available
$150.00 - Cabin room 5 per cabin (50% capacity) lower bunk beds with shared bath

Regular Registration: Feb. 2, 2022 - March 25, 2022
$185.00 Lodge room (2 per room, twin beds with bath) --- only 20 rooms available
$165.00 Cabin room 5 per cabin (50% capacity) lower bunk bed with shared bath

• Students: ONLY full-time, pre-licensed (NOT RNs): $50.00 Cabin room
• Saturday ONLY: $75.00 (NO overnight stay)

Registration DEADLINE: March 25, 2022
For more information, contact etxncf@gmail.com

January 12, 2022 Update for Winter Retreat Season 
Camp Gilmont recognizes that Covid-19 is still a very real threat to individuals and communities. We remain open and continue to host retreats and rental groups. We ask that guests monitor their health and cancel reservations if they feel they are ill or have been exposed to Covid-19 (or any other communicable illness). Gilmont will continue to ask guests to wear masks and practice social distancing while in indoor spaces. We had a successful Fall Retreat Season using these methods, as well as being intentional with hand washing, cleaning and sanitizing. We appreciate the cooperation of all participants and the understanding that we want camp to be a safe place for all to come to grow closer to God, creation, others, and themselves.  https://www.gilmont.org/risk_management.html

Camp Gilmont Map and Directions

Registration is in the O'Neal Center (cafeteria).  Free parking is available there. 

RETREAT SCHEDULE

Friday, April 8, 2022

5:00-6:30 Check-in. No dinner Friday night, light snacks available.

7:00-8:00 Welcome, Music/Worship, Presentation Session 1

8:15-9:15 Small Groups

Saturday, April 9

8:00-8:45 Breakfast  (Silent Auction opens)

9:00-9:45 Music/Worship, Presentation Session 2 

9:45-10:30 Individual time: guided personal reflection/prayer

10:30-11:30 Small groups

12:00-1:00 Lunch

1:00-4:30 Free Time, 1:30-2:30 Canoe time for 30 people   (Silent Auction closes at 4:00 pm) 

4:30-5:30 Small groups

5:30-6:30 Dinner   

7:00-9:00  Music/Worship, Presentation Session 3, Student Skit, Announce silent auction winners

Sunday, April 10

Pack before coming to Worship

7:00-7:45 Optional sunrise mountain top devotional

8:00-8:45 Breakfast

9:00–10:30 Music/Worship, offerings, testimonies, and sharing

10:30-11:00 Close & complete Evaluation

FAQ
Will there be a meal Friday evening at the retreat? 

No, you may bring your dinner or go into the Gilmer area for a meal before the start of the retreat.  See link for examples: List of eateries in Gilmer

What should I bring to the event?

Casual clothes, comfortable shoes, Bible, notebook if desired, writing materials, twin bed linens, blanket or sleeping bag, pillow, towels, personal care items, and flashlight. Optional:  lawn chair 

Water, tea, and coffee will be provided throughout the retreat. No food is allowed in the cabin or lodge rooms due to potentially attracting animals! Bring your water bottle to refill! 

Optional: Bring a silent auction (new or handmade) item to help raise funds for student scholarships to attend future retreats.

Will there be continuing education hours?  No

Will there be a golf cart for those needing assistance?  Yes, one golf cart will be available. 

What activities are available in our free time Saturday afternoon? 

Fishing, canoeing, sand volleyball, basketball, put-put golf, horseshoes, Open Air Chapel with prayer labyrinth, Chapel in the Sky, Hammock Circle, and walking trails are available. There are 30 openings for canoeing on Saturday from 1:30 to 2:30.  Sign-up will be available at registration. 

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

For More information, contact etxncf@gmail.com

What's the refund policy?

You can request a refund 30 days from the event, on or before March 11, 2022.

If you are unable to attend, your registration is transferable to another person.