Spiritual fORMATION

“the process of being shaped by God into the people He created and redeemed us to be.”

"I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. 

Galatians 2:20
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Guest Speaker

Bio

Jamie Kim is a friend of God (John 15:15), is the husband of Meejeen and father of Reena and Irah. Jamie made a personal commitment to North Korea in 1990, and has been working professionally with mission organizations since 1996. He is the founder and Executive Director of Reah, a non-profit based in California that mobilizes and trains Christians for North Korea. Jamie’s passion is to train and mentor the next generation of Christians to live missionally, locally and globally.  Personally, he loves nature and hopes to explore the most beautiful parts of Canada with his family and friends.

Retreat Details

What to Bring

  • Bible

  • Notebook, Pen

  • Reusable Water Bottle

  • Personal Care (Body Wash, Shampoo, Conditioner, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Skincare, Sunscreen)

  • Separate indoor shoes for gym

  • Room Slippers

  • Bug Repellant

  • Outdoor activewear and shoes

  • Warm clothing

  • Phone Charger

  • Nursing Covers (for moms)

  • Umbrella*

  • Pack n play (for babies)*

  • Portable fan (no A/C in many rooms)*

  • Mats for around the campfire*

  • Snacks*

  • Eye Mask, Ear Plugs*

  • Cozy blanket/sleeping bag*

    *Optional

Arrival & Check-in

Registration and check-in starts at 5:30pm at the Chapel. When you arrive, please check-in with the registration team, sign the retreat waiver, and collect your room keys. 

Please make personal dinner arrangements at the  at the ONRoute stops along the way as dinner will not be provided on Friday evening.

Parking is available mainly in front of the main Lodge and surrounding accommodations. Please check-in with the team for updated parking status when you arrive.

MBC is a pet free resort. No pets are allowed in the public meeting rooms or in your private accommodations. 

The Friday evening session will commence at 6:30pm in the Chapel.

free time activities

On Saturday, during free time (3:00pm - 5:00pm), you have access to the following recreational activities:

Marina

The marina rental is a 20-unit variety of our paddle craft, including canoes and kayaks. MBC marina staff will be available to oversee the rental, ensure all safety requirements are met, and assist group members with launching, returning and signing out of the crafts.  

Archery 

The archery options are available at the MBC Ranch where a staff member will instruct guests on the usage of the equipment and facilitate challenges on the ranges to create an atmosphere of friendly competition. (3 stations, 20 people/hour)

Gym

The gym will be open for our use as we have rented it out for Saturday. It includes volleyball nets, basketball nets, and hockey nets.

Sport Amenities 

Here are MBC’s other sports amenities: Tennis, Basketball, PickleBall, Disc Golf, Beach Volleyball, Shuffleboard, Tetherball, MBC Playground

Late Arrivals

In order to arrive at MBC on time, we recommend leaving at 2:00pm on Friday. However, we understand life can be unpredictable, so if you anticipate arriving after 6:30pm, please contact either Ope Balogun at (647) 410-6804 or Daniel Kim at (647) 334-8141.

We want to make your arrival as smooth as possible, so please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or concerns about your schedule.

Check-out & Departure

Check out is at 9:00am, just after breakfast and before our Sunday morning worship. 

Upon check out, please ensure that all personal belongings have been removed from the rooms and placed in the Chapel. Room keys will be collected at the chapel before morning worship.

IMPORTANT: If you lose or fail to return your keys before departing, there is a charge of $20 by MBC.

The retreat will officially conclude at 12:00pm after which we will have a final group lunch and the bus will depart at 1:30pm.

MBc Grounds & Accommodations

Most of the various buildings at the retreat centre are not connected, so please expect to walk outdoors to reach different buildings including the accommodations. 

We highly encourage you to use the upcoming retreat to unplug from your digital devices and, instead, engage in physical activity, in discussion, outdoor activities, hanging by the fire, or catching up on some well needed sleep.  

Each family will have their own room and full bathroom. The type of room has been assigned in advance based on your family size and on a first come first served basis and cannot be altered at this point.  

Please note there is no smoking in any indoor meeting spaces or private rooms. 

All bedding and towels are included with your accommodations. Linens and towels will not be replaced during the two-day stay, however if you require additional or replacement towels, the request can be made at the front desk of the main office and will be sent to your room.

Beverages will be provided during mealtime, but if you like to drink throughout the day, we suggest you bring your own bottle. There is a bottle refill station located in the hallway of the Chapel and Gym.

Quiet hour begins at 11:00pm. Please be mindful of your noise level when walking to and from the retreat grounds.

MBC Grounds Map

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