Mount Olive Baptist Church

2026 Offsite Retreat

July 24 – 26, 2026
“Growing Disciples – Advancing the Kingdom”
REFLECT  |  REJUVENATE  |  RENEW
Serenity Inn & Events  •  Massanutten Resort, Elkton, Virginia

MOBC’s 2026 Offsite Retreat offers leaders, ministries, and members an opportunity to step away from the routine and draw closer to God and each other. This year’s retreat centers on spiritual rest, restoration, and renewal. Through worship, prayer, creative fellowship, and time in God’s presence, we will rejuvenate our spirits and renew our commitments as willing disciples who advance God’s kingdom.

Retreat Objectives

WorshipDraw near to God
RejuvenateRestore mind & soul
ReflectGod’s blessings & grace
RenewRelationships & commitments
Rest & RestoreBody & spirit
Fellowship & FunBuild authentic community

Friday, July 24

Arrivals • Worship • Prayer • Fellowship
Time
Adult
Youth
Lead
10:30 – 11:30 AM
Check-in (Serenity Inn)
Check-in (Serenity Inn)
Retreat Team
11:30 AM – 12:45 PM
Opening Session (Serenity Inn)
Opening Session (Serenity Inn)
Pastor Edmonds, Deacon Quarles
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Catered Lunch
Catered Lunch
Retreat Team
2:00 – 3:45 PM
Prayer Board Activity
Create Journals
Congregational Care
4:00 – 6:00 PM
Massanutten Check-in / Free Time
Massanutten Check-in / Free Time
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6:15 – 7:15 PM
Catered Dinner
Catered Dinner
Retreat Team
7:30 – 8:15 PM
Comedy Show
T.C. Williams Youth Activities
Retreat Team
8:15 PM
Closing Prayer
Closing Prayer
Minister / Deacon

Friday Fun: Dynamic Duos!

Pair off and dress as a dynamic duo throughout the evening: Salt & Pepper, Peanut Butter & Jelly, Cookies & Milk, Batman & Robin, Bread & Butter, and more!

Saturday, July 25

Rejuvenate • Renew • Restoration • Fellowship
Time
Adult
Youth
Lead
8:00 – 8:30 AM
Meditation & Stretch
Meditation & Stretch
Deaconess Vanessa Byrd
8:30 – 9:15 AM
Prayer Walk
T.C. Williams Youth Activities
Evangelism & Outreach
9:15 – 10:15 AM
Free Time / Breakfast (on your own)
Free Time / Breakfast (on your own)
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10:15 – 10:45 AM
Praise & Worship
T.C. Williams Youth Activities
Retreat Team
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Floral Design
Women’s Ministry
Massanutten Waterpark
Lunch served at the Waterpark
Women’s Ministry
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Fellowship
Men’s Ministry
Men’s Ministry
1:00 – 1:30 PM
Vow Renewal
Couples’ Ministry
1:30 – 2:30 PM
Catered Lunch
Catered Lunch
Retreat Team
2:30 – 6:30 PM
Free Time
Free Time
–
6:30 – 7:30 PM
Catered Dinner
Catered Dinner
Retreat Team
7:30 – 9:00 PM
70’s Night Activities
T.C. Williams Youth Activities
Retreat Team
9:00 PM
Closing Prayer
Closing Prayer
Minister / Deacon

Saturday Fun: 70’s Fashion Show!

Break out your best 1970s look for the evening fashion show and festivities! All ages welcome.

Sunday, July 26

Worship • Renewal • Carrying It Home
Time
Adult
Youth
Lead
Before 10:00 AM
Check Out of Massanutten
Check Out of Massanutten
Retreat Team
10:00 AM
Continental Breakfast (Serenity Inn)
Continental Breakfast (Serenity Inn)
Retreat Team
10:30 AM
Morning Worship Service & Closing Prayer
Morning Worship Service & Closing Prayer
Pastor Curtis Edmonds Jr.
After Worship
Departures & Travel Home
Departures & Travel Home
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Ministry Activities at a Glance

Congregational Care
Prayer Board
Friday Afternoon
Youth: Create Journals
Evangelism & Outreach
Prayer Walk
Saturday Morning
Youth: T.C. Williams Activities
Women’s Ministry
Floral Design
Saturday Late Morning
Youth: Massanutten Waterpark
Men’s Ministry
Fellowship
Saturday Late Morning
Couples’ Ministry
Vow Renewal
Saturday Afternoon
Deaconess Vanessa Byrd
Meditation & Stretch
Saturday Morning

Venue & Accommodations

The Serenity Inn & Events  •  12426 Rockingham Pike, Elkton, VA 22827

Accommodations: Massanutten Resort

~88 miles (2 hours) from Mount Olive Baptist Church, Stafford, VA

OptionNightly RateTwo-Night Total (w/ fees & taxes)
One-Bedroom Condo$189/night$465.47
Two-Bedroom Condo$258.30/night$618.34
Hotels in HarrisonburgVariesMultiple options (~20–30 min away)

Resort Amenities

Indoor/Outdoor WaterPark Ski & Adventure Park Two Golf Courses Farm-to-Table Dining Day Spa Shopping & Recreation
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