2026 Men’s Retreat

 7pm Friday, Feb 20 – 10am Sunday, Feb 22, 2026

Come for a weekend of fun, fellowship, meaningful conversation, and worship. The Men’s Retreat is a highlight for many each year at Covenant Point. Invite your friends for the excellent food, good times, and life-giving worship and message. Recreational opportunities include a broomball tournament, afternoon jam session (bring your own instrument), snowshoeing, cross-country skiing on our groomed trails, sauna and polar bear dip, or games and conversation in the dining hall.

Check-in begins at 7:00 PM on Friday, with our first gathering at 8:00 PM.

2026 Men’s Retreat Pricing: 

  • Full Retreat:
    • $180 ($170 Early Bird)
    • $145 Pastor Rate
  • Saturday Evening Departure:
    • $160 ($150 Early Bird)
    • $125 Pastor Rate
  • Saturday Only (no lodging): $135 ($125 Early Bird)
  • Full Retreat, Commuter (no lodging): $145 ($135 Early Bird)

*Early Bird Discount applies if registered or postmarked by February 6, 2026.

A $25 processing fee will be kept in the case of any cancellation one week (7 days) or more from the start of the retreat. In the case of a cancellation less than one week from the start of the retreat, no payments will be refunded. Any cancellations related to COVID-19 will be refunded in full.

Retreat Pastor: Eric Sparrman

For the past three years, Eric and Bonnie Sparrman have served in Lund, Sweden, as Covenant Global personnel. As church-planters they’ve helped establish an English-speaking fellowship called LIFE International, which has now grown into a vibrant, invitational, Christ-centered community. It thrills them to see people from all over the world explore faith and friendship while growing closer to Jesus. Prior to Sweden, Eric served as a Covenant pastor in lower Michigan and the metro areas of Washington D.C., Kansas City, and Minneapolis. The ministry of Covenant Point is close to Bonnie and Eric’s hearts, having served on staff for many summers BC (before children) and returning often with family, as both speakers and campers. Eric is a musician, enjoys carpentry, bicycling, and day-hiking with Bonnie. The current joyful event of their lives is in the arrival of a first grandchild in September 2025.

Retreat Theme: The Power of Promise

How important is it for you to be known as a man of your word? – someone who tells the truth and keeps his promises. This weekend we will explore how Jesus teaches us the importance of promise-keeping and dependability – and how He strengthens His followers to stand for truth and trustworthiness in a world that has lost touch with these values.

Packing List:

  • Bedding, towel, and toiletries
  • Clothing for all weather
  • Walking shoes, Boots, Snow Gear
  • Swimsuit for sauna (if interested)
  • Musical instruments for jam session (if interested)
  • Bible, notebook and pen
  • Flashlight

Registration: