Faithful Families Find Renewal at Great Wolf Lodge Retreat

Faith Facts

• Churches of Christ Hispanic ministers received a weeklong family renewal retreat funded by a Lilly Endowment grant through MESA ministries.
• Spanish-speaking families from nine states enjoyed free lodging, meals, and water park access at Great Wolf Lodge in Grapevine, Texas.
• Ministers emphasized the importance of rest, spiritual renewal, and unity in Christ across cultural lines.

Church of Christ families serving in Spanish-speaking ministries recently enjoyed a much-needed time of rest and renewal at the Great Wolf Lodge indoor water park resort in Grapevine, Texas.

Thanks to a Lilly Endowment grant administered through Herald of Truth’s MESA ministry, 41 adults and 29 children from nine states received free lodging, meals, and access to water slides and other attractions during fall break.

“We’re here to give you a blessing and help you continue to bless others, as you do every day.”

Chase Turner, president and CEO of Herald of Truth, extended the invitation to families like the Rojos from Springdale, Arkansas, who typically could not afford such a vacation.

“We’re preaching Jesus, we’re preaching Christ crucified and resurrected, and we’re really more united than we are divided.”

Minister J.P. Flores of Phoenix noted the retreat strengthened bonds among believers who may differ on secondary matters yet remain united in the gospel.

Lenin Munguia of Richardson, Texas, described the gathering as a timely opportunity to refresh and connect with fellow ministers amid cultural and political pressures.

Crystal Reyes of Wilmington, Delaware, said the experience reminded her and her husband to invest in their own mental and spiritual health so they can serve more effectively.

Participants also attended sessions on prayer, spiritual renewal, and silence and solitude, while singing hymns together in both Spanish and English.

Alonzo Rojo prayed that the lessons learned would not remain at the lodge but would strengthen daily walks with the Lord and grow ministries across the nation.

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