Golden Age

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

J. Omar Stoltzfus, Gap, PA Do we retire or repurpose? Slow down or stop? How about some of those legal issues including wills and power of attorney documents that should be addressed? So if you have energy and time, make your way to Penn Valley for a time of relaxation and encouragement as we share […]

Physically Challenged

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Josh Lehman, Pratts, VA “My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” Psalm 73:26 Do you wonder how you can be a tool in God’s hands? God called David, the young shepherd boy to be His tool using only a sling and stones in facing […]

Youth Seminar

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Josh Kooistra, New Concord, OH Youth with Impact In a world today with so many distractions, it is easy for us to coast along, keeping up with social norms and forgetting the real reason we are here – to help build The Kingdom. Do you feel like you are an integral part of your church? […]

Widows & Widowers

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Tom VanPelt, Columbiana, OH This loss of our companion can cause a great upheaval in our lives, causing unwelcome stress, questions that seem to have no answers, and thoughts of “Where do I fit in?” As children of God, we can trust that He has not forgotten us and wants to bless us as we […]

Family Week I

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Paul Stoltzfus, Troutville, VA “Except the Lord build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the Lord keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain.” Psalm 127:1 Building a godly home requires commitment, sacrifice, and vision. How are you investing in the spiritual growth of your family? Is the Lord building […]

Adoption & Fostering

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Kevin Wadel, Caldwell, OH “For in thee the fatherless findeth mercy.” Hosea 14:3 We are navigating the sea of foster and adoption. Sailing calm water is peaceful, but as you know, there are storms. When the “storm” threatens to sink our “ship,” to whom or what do we turn? Let us “come apart awhile” to […]

Church Planters’ Forum & Retreat

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Larry Bergey, Lansdale, PA The fields are white and ready to harvest. For nearly two millenniums, church planting is the way Jesus’ disciples have gone about reaping that harvest. The goal of this forum and retreat is to strengthen a vision for indigenous church planting around the world including church plants in or near North […]

Mentally Handicapped

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Alton Zimmerman, Stevens, PA Meeting the needs of special needs children can be challenging and exhausting. There are many things that demand parents’ attention. However, Jesus said, “Come unto Me, all you that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” Come and enjoy this weekend as we share in each other’s […]

Singles Seminar

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Delwyn Martin, Cambridge Springs, PA Are you single or do you know a single? This weekend, you will find a large group of singles who have likely faced the challenges and joys that almost every single is sure to have encountered. You can be sure to experience challenging Bible-based teaching and encouragement as you gather […]

Broken Homes

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Rex Blevins, Lancaster, PA This weekend is a lifeline for many who are walking through unique family issues. Our heart’s desire is to equip you and your children with the Biblical principles that will bring life! Please come to be a blessing to others and receive strength for the journey. “With all lowliness and meekness, […]

Family Week II

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Galen Lengacher, Cambridge, OH “Lo, children are an heritage of the Lord....as arrows in the hand of a mighty man.” Together as a family is the best place to be. Yet our children are gifts from God to be as arrows sent into the work of the kingdom. How can we cultivate close family ties […]

Coping with Death

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Clyde Lehman, Chambersburg, PA “When thou passest through the waters, I will be with thee; and through the rivers, they shall not overflow thee: when thou walkest through the fire, thou shalt not be burned; neither shall the flame kindle upon thee.” Isaiah 43:2 As we face the reality of parting with a loved one, […]

Overcoming Depression

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Jeremy Sensenig, Millerstown, PA Feeling burned out?  Discouraged with life? Maybe you are just not sure you can go on. Come and join us for a weekend of rest & reflection.  We'll mine the hidden riches of Scripture, share stories, and move toward transforming our burdens of depression & discouragement into the greatest blessings of […]

Youth II

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Kendall Yoder, Wesley, AR You are in your 20s, and life is good. But are we just meandering through life, or are we being intentional with our lifestyle? How can we effectively use our prime of life? Come to be inspired to invest wholeheartedly into the kingdom of God.   Registration Opening Date: March 16, […]

Ladies Seminar

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Marji Wagler, Atwater, OH WOMEN OF EXCELLENCE "God is most glorified in us when we are most satisfied in HIM!” -Piper Are you physically, emotionally, and spiritually exhausted and barely scraping by or are you “clothed with strength and dignity, and do you laugh without fear of the future?” Proverbs 31:25 Let’s look at becoming […]

Marriage Enrichment III

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Marion Miller, New Concord, OH Marriage requires constant attention. Such a relationship cannot be put on autopilot. We invite you to come and share a weekend of togetherness with the love of your life, spending time reflecting on what God wants to do in your relationship. Together we can learn more of God’s wonderful plan […]

Life after the Mission Field

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

J. Wendell Hochstetler, Abbeville, SC Welcome home, fellow missionary. May God bless you for sharing your life these past years away from home. Now it’s time to settle back into a normal and realistic lifestyle. You will now need to pay for your bread, milk, and eggs out of your own pocket. You are responsible […]

Cross Cultural Integration in the Church

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Ernest Eby, State College, PA The last book of the Bible pictures a scene in which an innumerable multitude from every nation, tribe, and language are gathered together -- worshipping God and the Lamb. Is it possible for Christians from diverse cultures to enjoy something like this… here on earth? What metamorphosis might individuals and […]

Deaf Retreat

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

This seminar is a time of learning, inspiration, encouragement, and fellowship for the deaf, including the deaf with Cochlear Implants. It is also for those interested in the deaf. Small group workshops and sessions for the children will be included. Interpreters will be provided. Invite your deaf friends.   Registration Opening Date: May 11, 2023

Anger & Sexual Abuse

Penn Valley Christian Retreat 180 Penn Valley, McVeytown, PA

Anabaptist Discipleship Center, Elnora, IN How do we find God in the aftermath of a crisis, and then find Him to be enough? This seminar will provide biblical answers for dealing with abuse. Christ offers us hope, comfort, and redemption through the gospel. God’s Word leads us to trust Him even through the most difficult […]