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back Spring 2008 Alpha Team & Candidates!
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Save the Date: Alpha
FALL 2008 will be October 17-19, 2008
ALPHA Retreat
ALPHA is a 3-day weekend retreat that takes place once each Fall
and Spring semester. It is a great way to get introduced to
the St. Augustine community and to all it has to offer. Spend
the weekend away from campus and learn more about yourself and your
relationship with God. This retreat is an awesome opportunity
to get to know other college students in an atmosphere that allows
you to experience the unconditional love God has for you. Join
the ALPHA community for a weekend of discovery, fun, and life-long
friendships.
To register: Complete an application in the church office. Bring
a $10 deposit or the entire retreat fee of $55 (cash or check only). If
you have
questions, please email one of the above leaders or call the church at 372-3533.
Practical things:
- Bring a sleeping bag (or sheets and a blanket) as well as your pillow.
- Bring your own towels and toiletries.
- Bring a snack to share with the group (Cookies, cupcakes, chips, etc.)
- Bring jeans, sweatshirts, socks, comfortable shoes, sweaters, jackets. We'll
be outside (though we do sleep in heated cabins). Bring a rain poncho or
umbrella, just in case. And a flashlight is helpful, too. (Don't worry, there
are indoor showers/bathrooms!)
- Do not bring homework, radios, etc. Activities on the weekend take up almost
all of our time; there is not time for other activities like studying (prepare
for tests in advance of the trip so you can better experience the retreat).
- Label your valuables with your name and phone number, just in case you lose
something over the weekend.
- Arrive at St. Augustine Church (1738 W. University Ave.) at 5 p.m. on Friday
evening. You may park in the church parking lot for free. Tell the
attendant you are there for the Alpha Retreat. Your car will be stored safely in
the gated yard of Hurley Hall. The Alpha Team members will drive you to the
Retreat location at Camp Crystal.
We hope you're able to join us on the next Alpha Retreat!
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