Mt. Gilead Bible Camp
Apostles’ Teaching
Fellowship
Breaking of Bread
Prayers
DEVOTED
FOR GRADES 6th – 12th
WINTER YOUTH RETREAT 2026
When life seems unpredictable and confusing, being anchored in our faith can be a huge encouragement. Come join us as we take a deep dive into Scripture and learn practical ways to grow strong roots to help us every day.
Acts 2:42
“They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and to fellowship, to the breaking of bread and to prayer.”
The Four Pillars of DEVOTED: Apostles’ Teaching • Fellowship • Breaking of Bread • Prayers
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Pastor Steve Mayo
Hi, I’m
Pastor Steve Mayo
this year’s
guest speaker
at
Mt. Gilead’s
Winter Youth Retreat.
Steve has a passion for speaking, discipling, and working with young people in order to convey the gospel. He also incorporates the medium of hip hop to do this. Steve is a Critical Response Pastor who is involved in full-time urban and corrections ministry in Philadelphia. Steve previously served as Calvary Christian Academy Ft. Lauderdale’s Director of Discipleship. He loves spending time with his wife Morgan, and their three children, Titus, Quincy, and Maxwell.
Youth Winter Retreat Theme for 2026
DEVOTED
The Four Pillars of DEVOTED: Apostles’ Teaching • Fellowship • Breaking of Bread • Prayers
For Grades 6th – 12th
DEVOTED
The Four Pillars of DEVOTED
FULL SCHEDULE
GRADES 6th – 12th
DEVOTED
Event/Activities
Date/Time
FAQs?
FRIDAY
FEB 6th, 2026
Arrival & Check-In
4:00 pm
How Does Check-In Work?
DROP OFF: We will have staggered check-in times beginning at 4:00pm based on your camper’s last name. Information on your time slot will be sent out via email about a week prior to registration day. Check-in will be in our central camp near the chapel.
- Follow the most recent confirmation email for exact timing details.
- If you have urgent questions during the weekend, call the camp office.
Dinner
6:00 pm
Food Allergies
We work closely with parents and campers to accommodate food allergies and dietary needs. Please be sure to note any dietary restrictions in your camper’s Campwise account under the Medical & Liability Release Form so we can plan accordingly and have adequate quantities of specialty food items on hand for your child.
- Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are available at every meal and clearly labeled.
- We are unable to fully accommodate campers with Celiac disease. Our kitchen handles gluten-containing ingredients, and we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination.
- We provide a dedicated fridge in the dining hall for Celiac campers who need to bring their own food.
Chapel Session #1
7:00 PM
Chapel Sessions
Chapel sessions are the main gathering times for worship and Bible teaching. Students will engage Scripture, worship together, and build a shared foundation for the weekend.
Free Time
9:00 PM
Snacks & Games
Snacks & Games is a supervised hangout time designed to help students unwind and build friendships after the evening program.
Cabin Time
10:00 pm
Cabin Time
Cabin Time is when students regroup with their cabin and leaders to wind down, connect, reflect, and prepare for the next block of the schedule.
Lights Out
11:00 pm
Lights Out
Lights Out begins quiet hours so campers can get real rest. Cabin leaders help everyone settle in and keep the environment calm and safe overnight.
SATURDAY
FEB 7th, 2026
Sunrise Hike
7:00 AM
Recreation
Recreation includes classic camp fun and supervised activities. Some options may be weather dependent, and the schedule may adjust to keep campers safe.
Breakfast
9:00 am
Food Allergies
We work closely with parents and campers to accommodate food allergies and dietary needs. Please be sure to note any dietary restrictions in your camper’s Campwise account under the Medical & Liability Release Form so we can plan accordingly and have adequate quantities of specialty food items on hand for your child.
- Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are available at every meal and clearly labeled.
- We are unable to fully accommodate campers with Celiac disease. Our kitchen handles gluten-containing ingredients, and we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination.
- We provide a dedicated fridge in the dining hall for Celiac campers who need to bring their own food.
Chapel Session #2
10:00 AM
Chapel Sessions
Chapel sessions are the main gathering times for worship and Bible teaching. Students will engage Scripture, worship together, and build a shared foundation for the weekend.
Free Time
11:30 AM
Recreation
Recreation includes classic camp fun and supervised activities. Some options may be weather dependent, and the schedule may adjust to keep campers safe.
Lunch
1:00 pm
Food Allergies
We work closely with parents and campers to accommodate food allergies and dietary needs. Please be sure to note any dietary restrictions in your camper’s Campwise account under the Medical & Liability Release Form so we can plan accordingly and have adequate quantities of specialty food items on hand for your child.
- Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are available at every meal and clearly labeled.
- We are unable to fully accommodate campers with Celiac disease. Our kitchen handles gluten-containing ingredients, and we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination.
- We provide a dedicated fridge in the dining hall for Celiac campers who need to bring their own food.
Break Out Sessions
2:00 pm
Breakout Sessions
Breakouts are smaller-group blocks designed to help students process what they’re learning and apply it in community through guided conversation and focused activities.
Free Time
3:00 PM
Free Time
Free Time gives campers space to rest, connect, and enjoy camp. Leaders remain present and available, and campers are expected to follow camp expectations and stay within designated areas.
Dinner
6:00 pm
Food Allergies
We work closely with parents and campers to accommodate food allergies and dietary needs. Please be sure to note any dietary restrictions in your camper’s Campwise account under the Medical & Liability Release Form so we can plan accordingly and have adequate quantities of specialty food items on hand for your child.
- Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are available at every meal and clearly labeled.
- We are unable to fully accommodate campers with Celiac disease. Our kitchen handles gluten-containing ingredients, and we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination.
- We provide a dedicated fridge in the dining hall for Celiac campers who need to bring their own food.
Chapel Session #3
7:00 pm
Chapel Sessions
Chapel sessions are the main gathering times for worship and Bible teaching. Students will engage Scripture, worship together, and build a shared foundation for the weekend.
After Glow (Victory Circle)
8:00 pm
Recreation
Recreation includes classic camp fun and supervised activities. Some options may be weather dependent, and the schedule may adjust to keep campers safe.
Cabin Time
10:00 pm
Cabin Time
Cabin Time is when students regroup with their cabin and leaders to wind down, connect, reflect, and prepare for the next block of the schedule.
Lights Out
11:00 pm
Lights Out
Lights Out begins quiet hours so campers can get real rest. Cabin leaders help everyone settle in and keep the environment calm and safe overnight.
SUNDAY
FEB 8th, 2026
Pack Up
8:00 am
Pack Up
Pack Up is a Sunday morning block where campers pack their bags and prep their cabin space for departure.
Breakfast
9:30 am
Food Allergies
We work closely with parents and campers to accommodate food allergies and dietary needs. Please be sure to note any dietary restrictions in your camper’s Campwise account under the Medical & Liability Release Form so we can plan accordingly and have adequate quantities of specialty food items on hand for your child.
- Gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options are available at every meal and clearly labeled.
- We are unable to fully accommodate campers with Celiac disease. Our kitchen handles gluten-containing ingredients, and we cannot guarantee the absence of cross-contamination.
- We provide a dedicated fridge in the dining hall for Celiac campers who need to bring their own food.
Chapel Session #4
10:30 am
Chapel Sessions
Chapel sessions are the main gathering times for worship and Bible teaching. Students will engage Scripture, worship together, and build a shared foundation for the weekend.
Free time (and snack)
11:30 am
Free Time
Free Time gives campers space to rest, connect, and enjoy camp. Leaders remain present and available, and campers are expected to follow camp expectations and stay within designated areas.
Pick-up
12:00 PM
Pick-Up Timing
Pick-up timing should match the most recent registration/confirmation details for your camper. If you need clarification, contact the camp office.
FEATURED ACTIVITIES
Come join us as we take a deep dive into Scripture and learn practical ways to grow strong roots to help us every day.
For grade levels 6 - 12.
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