Relax, Review, Regroup, Plan, Prepare.
Overnight retreats include up to TWO LOMC-led activities. There are many more activities groups can engage in on their own. All children and youth groups must have adequate adult supervision during the event.
However you gather, there's a place for you here.
Church Leaders - Your team has many things to consider and plan for as fall or the holidays approach. Let LOMC be a place for your staff and volunteers to come together to ponder the joys and challenges of ministry in this new COVID-19 context.
Youth, Children and Family Groups - Bring your small group to LOMC to experience community (together) after being apart. Enjoy comfortable and clean facilities whether a church, scout, family or other group.
Adult Small Groups and Crafting Groups - Journey out into creation (together) as you enjoy each other's presence and engage in uplifting experiences whether Bible study, crafting, archery or hiking.
Choose the accommodations that fit your group.
Overnight retreat fees are calculated based on the following factors:
Overnight accommodations
Meal Services
Additional Facility Rentals
Meadows Cabin: Comfortable cabins with bunks
Freedom Tree Village: Hotel-Quality Lodging
Campground Tent Camping: With Pavilion/Shower house. *LOMC led activities not included.
Choose one lunch option for your whole group.
Meal options can be found on the Meal Services page. Group leaders will choose one option from the Lunch list for the whole group.
Choose up to two guided activities for your group.
Most activities are designed for no more than around 10-12 at a time. Your group may need to split into two or more groups to keep the experience enjoyable and safe.
All children and youth groups must have adequate adult supervision during the event. We provide a staff person to help lead LOMC-led activities. Each group must provide adult supervision for their group.
Groups can choose up to TWO LOMC-led activity during your day event: Depending on weather, number of participants and staff availability we may not be able to provide two activities.
These activities are on-your-own. Do as many as you have time for.
(WE HAVE EQUIPMENT BUT RECOMMEND BRINGING OWN IF POSSIBLE)
(BRING YOUR OWN GEAR)
(815) 732-2220
registrations@lomc.org
Mailing Address:
PO BOX 239
Oregon IL 61061-0239
Hours:
Monday-Friday (9am-4pm)
Address:
1834 S IL Route 2
Oregon, IL 61061-9501
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How are you connected to LOMC?
LOMC is a ministry of the Northern Illinois, the Central / Southern Illinois and the Metropolitan Chicago Synods of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).