Events

Each summer youth group event offers morning and evening sessions with high-energy worship, guest preachers and workshops. The program is geared toward sixth- through 12th-graders, with a focus on spiritual enrichment and learning in small groups. Afternoons are free for groups to plan rafting trips, do mission work or enjoy the swimming pool and boats… Continue Reading→

A multi-generational educational event composed of arts, praise and renewal. Designed for those who want to sing, dance or act all week, as well as for those who lead these ministries in local congregations.

Summer Breakaway is a worshipful week of camp for middle school and high school youth.  The week includes daily worship, small groups for spiritual development, building relationships with new friends and old, expressing creativity in “living worship” groups, and developing a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ.

The SEJANAM Summer Conference weekend includes speakers, Bible study and workshops.

Annual Conference Session for youth (ACS) is a week for high school youth to make important decisions through legislative affairs and grow closer to God through interest groups, worship and growth groups. Every night we have an activity planned such as an ice cream social, a dance, a talent show and Friday night communion service…. Continue Reading→

Experienced spiritual directors and clergy will guide you through a group centering session, evening prayer service and individual spiritual direction session, while leaving you ample time for personal reflection and renewal. The lodging package includes a booklet with optional agendas, as well as resources and ideas for structuring your retreat.

The Lake Junaluska Associates is an organization of individuals who love Lake Junaluska and want to serve in partnership. Join the Associates for a fun weekend of entertainment, food, fellowship and inspiration.

Theme: Growing Deeper Roots. Join others in the second half of life for worship, workshops, Bible study and fellowship. Dr. Richard H. Gentzler Jr., Rev. Dr. Fred Allen, Missy Buchanan, Dr. James Howell, Rev. Stephen Bryant, R. Jack Hansen, Dr. Angela Schaffner and Hess Hall provide leadership for this time of renewal. Co-sponsored by The… Continue Reading→

Youth attending this retreat are elected by their peers at Kaleidoscope, Breakaway and ACS

These three-day retreats teach couples how to forge stronger relationships through meaningful conversation. Retreat leader Ned Martin (M.Div., M.A., LPC) will use emotionally focused therapy and a faith-based approach to explain the psychology of successful relationships and guide couples through a series of conversations to help them connect.

The 49th annual Smoky Mountain Folk Festival offers two nights of the finest traditional music and dance of the Southern Appalachian region.

Experienced spiritual directors and clergy will guide you through a group centering session, evening prayer service and individual spiritual direction session, while leaving you ample time for personal reflection and renewal. The lodging package includes a booklet with optional agendas, as well as resources and ideas for structuring your retreat.

These three-day retreats teach couples how to forge stronger relationships through meaningful conversation. Retreat leader Ned Martin (M.Div., M.A., LPC) will use emotionally focused therapy and a faith-based approach to explain the psychology of successful relationships and guide couples through a series of conversations to help them connect.

Designed for small and medium-sized adult choirs, the weekend includes worship and specialized workshops. Groups will revel in the beauty of fall at Lake Junaluska and learn eight new anthems to take back to their home churches.

Experienced spiritual directors and clergy will guide you through a group centering session, evening prayer service and individual spiritual direction session, while leaving you ample time for personal reflection and renewal. The lodging package includes a booklet with optional agendas, as well as resources and ideas for structuring your retreat.

Pilgrimage is a weekend-long event where youth groups come to celebrate, worship, and learn about God on a large scale. Youth and their leaders will gather at the Crown Coliseum for 4 amazing worship services with a house band full of youth leading the music, youth shared testimonies, and a guest speaker sharing their message…. Continue Reading→

Theme: The Arts of Peace: Imagining the Way. In this capstone Interfaith Peace Conference, explore the arts of the Abrahamic faiths that shape our understanding of peacemaking and inspire us to create peace in our lives and in the world. Syrian violinist Mariela Shaker, Jonathan Homrighausen and Laurie Wohl are among the remarkable scholars and… Continue Reading→

Start a new tradition and savor an exquisite Thanksgiving meal with family and friends. Add a Biltmore Estate ticket or visit other local area attractions.