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Spiritual Growth Retreat Exploring the Writer in You May 7-12, 2017 August 6-12, 2017 Explore spiritual living in a secular world based on the book “Life of the Beloved” by Henri Nouwen. Scripture focus: Matthew (Beatitudes) and Proverbs. Enjoy the company of other writers as you develop your skills in poetry, fiction, non- fiction, essays and articles. Register on Road Scholar’s website (roadscholar.org) or call Road Scholar: 1-877-426-8056. Middle School Conference July 10-15, 2017 18 | Green Lake Conference Center 69th annual Green Lake Christian Writers’ Conference August 6-10, 2017 The Great Escape is the oldest continually running middle school conference in America. The success and power of The Great Escape is in their team model and philosophy. Founded on the principle that God connects with kids at summer camp through their counselors, The Great Escape is set up to maximize the time spent between students and their leaders. The Great Escape is run by a team of professional youth pastors and youth workers. Using great teaching, powerful praise music and intimate small group times, the focus of the week is on reaching everyone with the message that regardless of how they view themselves, they are loved by Jesus Christ. The Great Escape is also packed with fun recreation, like a shaving cream war! Questions? Call Pat Zimmer: (920) 294-7365 The retreat will meet in the Christian Writing Center house on the shores of beautiful Green Lake. Bible Study Leader: Rev. Dr. David C. Laubach Retired Associate Executive Director of American Baptist Home Missions Society’s Higher Education Ministries Kids experience the love of Jesus as they spend time together with counselors and youth pastors listening to speakers and worship leaders, and having fun at Green Lake! ycmhome.org Worship/Meditation Leader: Rev. Sandra Wimpelberg VP of Development, Green Lake Conference Center Gain and practice skills while networking with other Christian writers, editors and instructors. Visit glcc.org for more details or email: [email protected] Fee: $462 per person includes program fee, lodging and dinner each night. Breakfast and lunch tickets available individually. Tax on meals is extra. Call (920) 294-3323 to register. glcc.org | 19