Check In - 4:00 PM - Friday, March 27th

Check Out - 10:00 AM - Sunday, March 29th (Sessions end at noon)

Address - Christian Retreat Conference Center

1200 Glory Way Blvd

Bradenton, FL 34212

Website: Christian Retreat Conference Center

Directions to Christian Retreat Conference Center

Christian Retreat Conference Center is located in Bradenton, Florida, about 15 miles east of I 75 and easily accessible from the interstate. Take I 75 to Exit 220, head east on State Road 64 for approximately 15 miles, then follow the signs to the conference center.

WiFi Information

TBD

Smoking

There are designated smoking areas. Christian Retreat Conference Center is a smoke-free campus; however, they are aware that smokers are attending. Please smoke in the designated areas only.

Shared Space

We are guests in this facility. Let’s get invited back. Please be courteous to any other guests or staff members.

Check Out Information

Make sure your bags are loaded up and you have everything out of your room by 10:00 AM on Sunday. Sessions do not end until Noon, but everything needs to be out of your room. We can store luggage in our main meeting area. As the Boy’s Scouts say, “Leave No Trace”. Let’s leave the facility in good order. We could always use a few hands loading up at the end.

Quiet Hours

CRCC has quiet hours from 10 PM until 8 AM.

Please complete this form to help us coordinate transportation from the Sarasota/Tampa airport to the conference venue, and some return trips as well. While we will make every effort to accommodate as many attendees as possible, transportation availability is limited and cannot be guaranteed for everyone. We are scheduling group pickups and drop-offs at designated times. Your submission will assist us in planning these arrangements effectively. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

Transportation Form

(Schedule subject to change)

4:00 - 5:30 PM - Check In

5:30 - 6:00 PM - Welcome Word - Majesty - Michael Fashoda

6:00 - 6:50 PM - Dinner - Dining Room

7:00 - 7:50 PM - Worship / Opening Session - Majesty - Will & Maribeth Motosicky

8:00 - 8:50 PM Breakout Session #1

How to Start A Fat Book Study - Majesty - Rick S

Healthy Leaders - Shekinah - Anthony Bryant

This session encourages pastors and leaders to see personal care, including their marriage, family, and health, as biblical stewardship that protects their witness and sustains long term ministry.

Uprooting Lies and Planting Seeds of Truth - Chapel - Patti Ludwigson

After 16 years of sobriety, I discovered that my recovery had been built on false ideas about God and my identity, which led to deep depression and ultimately relapse. Now with over 20 years of sobriety and a life grounded in Jesus and God’s truth, I share how true freedom and a renewed identity transformed my recovery into something greater than I ever imagined.

Rooted in the Steps - Great Shepherd - Stevie Boyarski

New Location: Building a Team - Alpha/Omega - Max Ingram & Mitch Thompson

9:00 - 9:50 PM - Worship / Main Session - Majesty - Phil (Rooted - Vision)

10:00 PM - Connection / Head to Bed

(Schedule subject to change)

7:00 - 7:50 AM

Morning Devotional (optional) - Majesty - Mike Eleveld

NA Meeting (optional) - Rhododendron 3A - Ray Ramos

8:00 - 8:50 AM - Breakfast - Dining Room

9:00 - 9:50 AM - Worship / First Session - Majesty - Stevie B (Rooted in Rooms / Big Book)

10:00 - 10:50 AM - Breakout Session #2

Rooted in Faith & Certainty - Majesty - Laura McCarthy

This session explores the journey from simply knowing about God to truly resting in the love and care of our Good Good Father.

A Smaller Way - Shekinah - Jeremy Stevens

TBD - Great Shepherd - Robert Nelson

TBD - Chapel - Bob Cluckey

New Location: Kingdom Practices - Alpha/Omega - T Freeman

11:00 - 11:50 AM - Rooted in Weather - Majesty - George Lynch

11:50 - 12:50 PM - Lunch

1:00 - 1:50 PM - Breakout Session #3

Co-Vocational - Majesty - Brad Brisco

Rooted in God's Promises - Shekinah - Doug King

This sermon explores the connection between change and growth, using the idea of being “transplanted” into new environments while learning to become rooted in something stronger than before, God’s promises.

Rooted in Prayer - Great Shepherd - David Sutton

Most people struggle with having a prayer life. Discover how to move from a on-again, off-again connection. Learn about breaking the distractions and capturing a clear and fulfilling focus. 

New Location: Resources - Chapel - Max Ingram

Step Study - Alpha/Omega - Jeff Waycott

2:00 - 2:50 PM - Breakout Session #4

Rooted in the Church - Majesty - Philip Dvorak

TBD - Shekinah - Andy Blair

Rooted to Bear Fruit - Great Shepherd - Chris Menchini

This session explores how what we are rooted in shapes our hearts, our thoughts, and ultimately the fruit our lives produce. Jesus teaches that every tree is known by its fruit, and we will trace that fruit back to the roots of the heart and mind, examining the difference between being rooted in self versus Christ, confronting unhealthy roots and idols of the heart, and learning how surrender to the Spirit leads to renewed thinking and lasting, godly fruit.

New Location: Legal Practices - Chapel - T Freeman

Step Study - Alpha/Omega - Jeff Waycott

3:00 - 5:00 PM - Activities / Break

3:00 - 4:00 PM - Campus Leads Meeting - TBD - Philip Dvorak

5:00 - 5:50 PM - Dinner

6:00 - 6:50 PM Breakout Session #5

Rooted in Worship - Majesty - Worship Team

Rooted in Testimony - Shekinah - George Lynch

This session offers practical guidance on how to clearly and authentically share your testimony, helping others hear the story of what God has done in your life.

Build Your House on the Rock - Great Shepherd - Wendy Noll

A solid foundation is essential for any build, and wise builders learn to root their lives in the Word of God, trusting that the Lord builds the house. In this session, Wendy explores the biblically inspired inner workings of the twelve steps, revealing how surrendering the illusion of control and plugging into the power of God becomes the true foundation for lasting recovery.

Should I Stay or Should I Grow? - Chapel - Lyle Fried

This session explores how to stay deeply rooted in God while stepping into new opportunities and seasons He is calling you toward. Participants will learn how to remain connected to His presence and promises while embracing growth and change.

New Location: Meeting Formats - Alpha/Omega - Mitch Thompson

7:00 - 7:40 PM - RCI Graduation - Majesty

7:50 - 8:50 PM - Worship / Main Session - Majesty - Dan Cornide (Rooted in the Gospel)

8:50 - 9:50 PM - Worship/Communion/Prayer - Majesty - T Freeman

9:50 PM - Campfire / Head to Bed

(Schedule subject to change)

7:00 - 7:50 AM

Morning Devotional - Majesty - Angel & Dawn Villalobos

AA Meeting (optional) - Rhododendron 3A - Jeff Jakobeit

8:00 - 8:50 AM - Breakfast

9:00 - 9:50 AM Breakout Sessions #6

Rooted in the Vine - Majesty - George Schuurman

This session shares a testimony and encouragement from John 15 about what it means to remain in the Vine. Together we will reflect on how abiding in Christ leads to a life that produces fruit that truly lasts

Rooted in Care - Great Shepherd - Jimmy Braddock

TBD - Shekinah - Billy Robel

Healing Bitter Roots - Chapel - Steve Pennell

This session, based on Hebrews 12:15, explores how to identify and remove bitter roots in our ministries. Participants will learn how guarding their hearts protects both their own spiritual health and the people God has entrusted to their care.

New Location: Recovery Church Institute - Alpha/Omega - Michael Fashoda

10:00 - 10:50 AM - Worship / Main Session - Majesty - Ray Ramos

11:00 - 11:50 AM - Worship / Closing Session - Majesty - Junior (Rooted in Promise)

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