As we near the end of the year, we are taking some time in each of our newsletters to talk about and demonstrate how Montreat Conference Center’s ministry is supported by gifts from individuals, families, churches, and other organizations. A vibrant culture of philanthropy has sustained Montreat and supported its ministry for over a century and continues to aid in our ability to provide programming and other resources to thousands of people each year. Specifically, donations to the Montreat Fund and other endowments allow us to welcome inspirational speakers and provide scholarships for those with financial need. In these ways …
Five Things We are Grateful for this Holiday Season
As the season turns and the air grows crisp here in the mountains, we wanted to take a moment to pause, reflect, and give thanks. At Montreat Conference Center, we believe gratitude stirs the soul, shapes community, and points us back to what matters. Bearing that in mind, here are five things we’re especially grateful for as we approach the holiday season: 1. Community We believe there’s something special about gathering with others for a shared purpose. This year, groups have gathered to connect with each other, deepen their understanding, and even to restore hurricane damage through acts of service. …
Youth Conferences Help Young People Define Their Faith
This month, Montreat Conference Center is highlighting upcoming events for youth and young adults and looking at how these events tie into other elements of our ministry. Surely, it’s no surprise that events like Montreat Youth Conference and Middle School Conference have a deep spiritual focus. However, today we wanted to outline a few of the ways that these conferences impact the spiritual lives of young people. Specifically, we find that youth are called to define their faith as they participate in reformed worship, hear from prominent church leaders, and engage in faith-based discussions with mentors and peers during these …
What Do We Mean When We Say “Sabbath?”
We frequently make use of the word “Sabbath” here at Montreat. But what do we mean when we talk about Sabbath? You might be familiar with the traditional use of the word, which refers to the seventh day of the week and is typically observed as a day of rest and worship for Jews and Christians. However, Sabbath can also refer to any period of intentional rest, originating from the Hebrew word shabbāth which literally means “rest.” At Montreat, we typically refer to Sabbath using this second definition, as we specifically encourage individuals to invest in their physical and emotional …