About 35 men just completed another wonderful AZ Anglican Mens Retreat at Emmanuel Pines in Prescott Arizona.   We have been doing these retreats annually for so long I have lost count.  Each time they seem to get better.

This year, Deacon Blake Plympton lead the men in a study of 2 Peter 1 3-11.  The theme of the mens retreat was “When the rubber hits the road - building our life through Christ” and we explored in depth this scripture.   Deacon Blake lead us through the building blocks needed to create a life rooted in Christ - virtue, knowledge, self control, steadfastness, godliness, brotherly love.   While Deacon Blake led the work, most of the interaction, discussions and learning took place in small group discussion.   Deacon Blake also orchestrated the music, which was wonderful as usual.  This retreat was opened for all men - aged grade 7 up (if under 18 they need to come with parent / guardian).  We were joined by Dean Fr Bob Faby as well.  We started with a great meal, evening prayer and fellowship Friday night.  Saturday was teaching followed up with a meal prayer, next steps and a bonfire.  Sunday was a Eucharist service courtesy of Fr Leo Laney.

We want to thank the planning team (Sherman Weekes, Ray Cheroske, Teke Sankey, and Grif Sessions).   We also want to thank David Klampert who had graciously agreed to provide the worship music until he was hospitalized.  We are praying for your full recovery. 

The picture below was taken Sunday at our communion service.  Some of the people had left, so it was most but not the full complement.  We were too into the fellowship and teaching to remember to take a picture.   Next year we will add it to the agenda! 

If you have never joined us for this retreat Men please consider it for the next year.   If you want more information contact Jeff Bisgrove (jeffmbisgrove@me.com 602-653-9996).