The National Men and Young Men’s Retreat?
Church of God of Prophecy Eastern Canada
Friday Oct 31 – Sunday Nov 2
Top 10 Reasons
Why You Should Come to Men’s Retreat…
The Men and Young Men’s Alliance (COGOP National Men’s Ministry) is hosting the National Men and Young Men’s Retreat November 1, 2 & 3 of this year.
After a seven year absence, we are excited about this launch!
Now, I have spent many, many hours contemplating the Top Ten Reasons as to why you should attend this event, so here they are…
10. Safety in numbers…
Remember the movie Independence Day? Well, if aliens attacked there would be about 200 men and young men there to help mount a counterattack and save our families…
But seriously, together as a community we are stronger. “As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” Prov 27:17
We need to be like the Convoy Systems of WW2. (Click on the link to see the blog). These merchant ships traveled in groups to safely navigate the Atlantic Ocean from the devastating threats of NAZI submarines.
We need to be like those Greek soldiers who fought in a phalanx formation…
(They had their spears in the right hand to attack together, and shields on the left to protect the warrior beside them.) To me that has always been a metaphor to explain how we need to live.
Men’s Retreat is a time for us to connect with one another.
9. No politics…
Absolutely no annoying or unpopular political figures will be there.
Are you tired of this depressing political environment? Are you aware that the word politics comes from the Latin and Greek and means literally “many blood sucking ticks”? (I’m not kidding, look it up!)
None of that will be there, you have my personal guarantee.
8. It’s time to engage…
Young men will be there from your church, and maybe even your son (if you have one).
Men’s Retreat is a great opportunity to engage and connect with young men and to help them in their journey into manhood. Do you remember the significant men in your life growing up? Yes, no? In any case, be that person to someone else.
As a national ministry, one of our guiding focuses is to “Ally with boys and young men.” This retreat will be a great opportunity to build connections with our young men.
7. Get motivated…
Remember the Men and Young Men’s Forum from 2023? Dr. Timothy Quek delivered a deeply powerful message on the topic of Men’s Motivation. You can listen or re-listen to the message or the follow up podcast interview called “Too Many Umbrellas”. He will be attending this Retreat and will bless and challenge you!
By the way, check out the podcasts I did with last year’s keynote speaker Bishop Trevor Reid. Listen Here
6. Improved American/ Canadian relations…
Dr. Bishop Roger Ball from the Bronx will be there. Check out his credetials, I know that he will speak quite powerfully in our lives. I have come to know him and he is one of my most favorite Americans!
5. Do nothing for the weekend…
You don’t have to cook any meals, change any diapers, make any lunches, mow any lawns, study for any tests, write any essays, file any taxes… You get the picture? Come for an enjoyable and relaxing weekend!
4. It’s a great deal!
Are you tired of tarrifs, shrinkflation, inflation and bacon that costs $26.99. Men’s Retreat is a great deal. We have worked really hard (and succeeded) to make sure that our Retreat prices have not increased since 2024.
Seriously, where else can you get two nights accommodations, and four meals for $330? I dare you, try and find it…
Also, we are actively searching for sponsors to help reduce the cost for our young men.
Click here to see how you can help as a business owner, or attend a local church, or if you just want to help…
You can donate to the Church of God of Prophecy Eastern Canada using … conference@cogop.ca
3. You deserve a break!
Remember that McDonald’s slogan? “You deserve a break today”. It’s true. (Well, maybe you don’t have to break your body with fast food…)
However, you work hard, right? You deserve a weekend away where you can focus on you. Self care is important. (Check out this article)
Can I get a witness? Nuff said..
2. Two words: “Amazing and Phenomenal Spiritual Growth”
(Okay, that was five words…)
Men’s Retreat has been among the most spiritually important times of my life. I was blessed, and uncovered deep deposits in God’s word.
I experienced the challenging and momentous move of God, and found a reservoir of support and confidence to move forward as a man.
This upcoming Men and Young Men’s Retreat will be an amazing opportunity to become “Aligned with God’s Persepective.“
1. Personal growth as a man
Men’s Retreat has been among the most significant times of personal growth for me as a man.
When I was younger, I had this nagging question in regards to my development. It’s as if I woke up one day and looked around at my life and saw that I had a wife, kids, and a mortgage. How and when did I become a man?
Men’s Retreat has been a North Star in that journey of realization, and I know for a fact that has been a similar narrative for a great many other people.
Listen to the PODCAST featuring feature Harvey Palmer -one of the previous COGOP Men’s Directors whose tenure inaugurated a golden age of Men’s Retreat.
Today we look forward to the future of Men and Young Men’s Retreat! We look to it being a relevant, fresh and exciting period of alignment with God, and connection with each other and our young men.
Registering early because room availabilities and prices are subject to change.
A Word to our Young Men
Before I wrap this up, I would like to send out a special invitation to those interested in attending who are 19 years old or younger.
- We want you to be at this event, and we are working to reduce your cost.
- The National Men’s Ministry has resolved to make this organization more inclusive and relevant to you. One of our Guiding Focuses is to “Ally with boys and young men,” and that’s why we renamed ourselves “The Men and Young Men Alliance.”
- We have created a special program for you this November and it will led by our very own Pastor Charles Tranchant from the Montreal North Church of God of Prophecy.
- Our goal is to encourage at least 50 young men (19 or younger) to be in attendance!
Your Invitation!
We look forward to all of our men and young men participating in this not to be missed National Event!
Call To Action
REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE 14. Contact us if you have questions or wish further information.
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