COMMUNITY. JESUS. FRIENDS. CONVERSATIONS.
LABOR DAY WEEKEND
August 29 - September 1, 2025
Planning is currently underway for
The Weekend 2025!
Please check back for updates!
The Weekend is an annual gathering that unites people from various generations, locations, and walks of life, to learn from one another and experience the love of God through the person of Jesus. This special event offers a chance to retreat in a beautiful setting with both new and old friends to play, learn and grow together as a family in community and faith.
QUESTIONS?
There is a comprehensive FAQ below. You can also reach out to us at connect@centered.org.
"The Canyon" at Young Life's Washington Family Ranch
Antelope, Oregon
"The Weekend has evolved over the years from a meaningful gathering to a significant gathering. For many years the intergenerational aspect was what stood out – the age range went from newborn babes to grandparents, with a big sprinkling of college students. More recently, added to the intergenerational aspect is an interracial focus in every best sense of the word. The enthusiastic participation of families and individuals from the African American community who help plan and lead The Weekend has brought a new spirit to the gathering. Come this Labor Day weekend, and experience a piece of heaven on earth."
- Chi-Dooh "Skip" Li
Founding Partner at ELM Law
BASIC SCHEDULE
Friday,
August 30
Check-in begins at 4pm and dinner starts at 6pm.
After dinner we will have our first main session.
If you cannot arrive by 6pm – no worries!
We will be there to greet you when you arrive.
Saturday,
August 31
We believe in a well-rounded experience: Sharing meals, gathering together for good conversations so we can learn from one another,
time for self-reflection, opportunities to spend time with old friends and make new ones, plenty of fun & maybe even a bit of rest . . . all while surrounded by friends in a beautiful setting!
Sunday,
September 1
Same format.
Different day.
Get ready to enjoy yourself.
Monday,
September 2
Breakfast will be provided, and we will wrap up our time together! Goodbyes can be hard, but we trust you will continue both your old and new friendships from afar.
You should be on the road home no later than 11am.
SCHOLARSHIP FUND
We often have requests for scholarship assistance. If you would like to help contribute to this fund so that others can attend,
please click here and under fund tab choose The Weekend - Scholarship option. Every dollar makes a difference. Thank you!