I came that they might have life, and have it abundantly.
-John 10:10
Supporting youth in their faith journeys
The Abundant Life Retreat explores healthy relationships and sexuality through a lens of faith. Held at Camp Wapo in Amery Wisconsin, the retreat is a collaborative effort between multiple Lutheran Churches in the Twin Cities and is led by a trained sex educator and local pastors along with adult chaperones from each church.
The retreats offer different content in a two-year rotation. One year will focus on “Faith and Sexuality” with workshops on sex and the Bible, the language and anatomy of sexuality, gender identity, sexual orientation, and addressing personal concerns about puberty. The other year will focus on “Faith and Healthy Relationships,” with workshops on self-esteem, healthy relationships, consent and concern, and values-based decision making with emphasis on social media and internet use.
Meet Karin
Karin is the main facilitator and sex educator of the Abundant Life Retreat. Outside of her time with Abundant Life, she leads engaging classes, workshops, and retreats for youth and adults related to themes in comprehensive sexuality education including identity, consent, communication, parenting, self-love, self-care, creativity, and intuitive development. Her signature workshop is Empowering Parents as the Primary Sexuality Educators of their Children.
Become a Partner Church
Join the movement of churches in the Twin Cities committed to providing theologically progressive, comprehensive sex education that is grounded in the Lutheran tradition.
Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp
The Abundant Life Retreat finds a home at Camp Wapo, a beautiful lakeside camp in Amery Wisconsin. Retreat activities include broomball, tubing, winter hiking, and more!
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.