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title: Annual Intergenerational Men’s Retreat - University Reformed Church
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description: "2026 URC Men’s Retreat  March 13-14, 2026 at Geneva Retreat Center – Holland, MI A weekend of fellowship and encouragement with DeMyron Haynes, Pastor of…"
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## **2026 URC Men’s Retreat **

### March 13-14, 2026 at Geneva Retreat Center – Holland, MI

A weekend of fellowship and encouragement with **DeMyron Haynes**, Pastor of New City Fellowship Church in Grand Rapids, MI. DeMyron will be speaking on ***The Beatitudes**.*

### **[Register Below](#jumptickets)**

### **Cost**

- $90/person – cabin (Adult)
- $70/person – cabin (Student)
- $190/person – hotel (Single Occupant)
- $145/person – hotel (Double Occupancy)

For those who are willing and able, there is an option to contribute towards scholarships during registration.

If you need a partial scholarship, please contact **[Kyle Sartelle](mailto:Kyle.Sartelle@gmail.com)** ASAP.

### Accommodations

We sleep in nice cabins that have showers, bathrooms, heat, carpet, lighting… everything. There are around six pairs of bunk beds in each room, so there are several guys in a room.

Meals are buffet style and there is always plenty. Please indicate any food allergies or dietary restrictions during registration.

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### Tentative Schedule

***Friday, March 13, 2026***

7:00 PM Check In (You can come earlier if you want)

**7:50 PM Session 1 – “Humble Beginnings, Grieving Hearts” – Matthew 5:1-4**

9:15 PM Interview with Jason/DeMyron

Free Time
***Saturday, March 14, 2026***

8:00 AM Breakfast

**9:00 AM Session 2 – “Gentle Power, Righteous Hunger” – Matthew 5:5-6**

10:00 AM Small Groups

**11:00 AM Session 3 – “Mercy Made Pure, Vision Made Clear” – Matthew 5:7-8**

12:30 PM Lunch

Free Time (optional planned activities available)

**4:00 PM Session 4 – “Peacemakers’ Courage, Faithful Endurance” – Matthew 5:9-12**

5:30 PM Dinner

Leave for home

### Transportation

As we get closer to the retreat date, we will assist in arranging groups of people to ride with each other. This is a good opportunity to get to know each other on the drive to and from the retreat. As well, many college students will need rides. If you can help with rides, please indicate that during registration.

Address:

GENEVA Camp & Retreat Center

3995 Lakeshore Dr North

Holland, MI 49424

### Items to Bring

- Linen: Your own sleeping bag (or bed linens) and a pillow.
- Personal Items: Toothbrush, soap, towels, etc.
- Clothing: Warm clothing for playing outside in the snow
- Bible, notebook, pen
- Favorite card or table game
- Ear plugs (some men snore!)
- Favorite sports equipment for the gym
- Athletic shoes and shorts for the gym
- Snacks – Please bring some snacks to share for free time and evenings.

### Volunteer

If you are willing to volunteer for some small tasks while at the retreat, please contact **[Kyle Sartelle](mailto:Kyle.Sartelle@gmail.com)**.

### Questions or Contact

If you have any questions, thoughts, or requests, please contact **[Kyle Sartelle](mailto:Kyle.Sartelle@gmail.com)**.

We hope to see you there!

**[Check out photos from past retreats here.](/photos/)**

**Register here**

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