Yalova, Turkey, Teen Retreat in 2008

    In October,there was a teen retreat in Yalova, Turkey. This retreat consisted of high schoolers from a school in Istanbul, Turkey. This retreat is held every year in order to deepen the teens’ knowledge of God, as well as to get to know their peers a little better. Transport was also provided for the students to get to Yalova safely.

     This retreat helped teens to express themselves, show who they were as believers and how to interact with other Christians. “I liked the retreat because you got to know your classmates out of a school setting” said Jennifer B. The students enjoyed the trip to Yalova. “There are so many funny stories that happened on the way,”Josie Holiday, said.

The students stayed for two days at a camp in Yalova and enjoyed the time that was spent there. Another highlight for the students was spiritual focus. At the camp there were lots of games and activities provided for the students to keep themselves occupied. Worship was held every morning and evening as well. “I enjoyed the worship a lot. It really got me going in the morning,” said Jack Roberts.
     There will be another retreat on October 4th, 2009. This one will be held at  a hotel near Izmet.






28/08/2009