Archive for 2009

A Summiteer Reports

November 16th, 2009

It is always encouraging to read how former “Summiteers” describe their experience at Yosemite Summit when they return back to their churches and ‘normal life’ after encountering God with eight other children’s pastors disconnected from ministry and the noise of normal life.
Steve Bourque attended the second annual Summit and recently wrote the following article for [...]

Introducing UnbridledRetreat.org

October 28th, 2009

“It’s like Yosemite Summit for Women!”
As soon as I posted my plans for the first Yosemite Summit for men back in 2007 I began to get e-mails from women saying “what about us?!” As the founder of Kidology.org I am quite aware that well over half of the leaders in children’s ministry are women and [...]

Yosemite Summit 2010 Registration IS NOW OPEN!

September 14th, 2009

I am eager and excited to let you know that Registration for Yosemite Summit 2010 is NOW OPEN! For details on the event explore this site, and when you are ready to apply, simply visit the registration page.

For a wonderful visual overview of what you will experience on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to take a break [...]

Yosemite Summit 2009 Report and Video

June 16th, 2009

Don’t miss the video at the end of this post!
I’m still feeling the effects of Yosemite Summit 2009. It is difficult to describe this event to someone who has not gone; it is truly a wonderful trip on so many fronts. But it is my prayer that some descriptions, some pictures, quotes from the guys [...]

Yosemite Summit 2010 Dates

June 16th, 2009

It’s official. The dates have been set for Yosemite Summit 2010!

Sunday, May 23 to
Thursday, May 27th, 2010
YosemiteSummit.org will not be updated with full 2010 details until August 2009, but if you are considering this event, I wanted you to be able to get the dates in your calendar as soon as possible. (Keep in mind [...]

Back From Yosemite

May 22nd, 2009

Well, I’m back from Yosemite Summit 2009. It was an incredible week! I’m slowly beginning the process of returning to civilization and responsibility. I have 4,517 photos from all nine guys to edit, sort and highlight, so there will be more to tell in the weeks ahead, and of course, a highlight video. But for [...]

Off to Yosemite!

May 17th, 2009

Well, this is it, we are off to YOSEMITE finally! No more Facebook, no Twitter, no e-mail, no cell phone, no work! I’m disconnecting for an entire week. I’ve been praying, planning and preparing for a year and its so exciting to see the eight guys that God brought together for this amazing week in [...]

2009 Prayer Poster is Here!

April 15th, 2009

The Yosemite Summit 2009 Prayer Poster is here! These are the guys headed to Yosemite next month for a four day encounter with God and His creation!

Please DOWNLOAD THE PDF and pray for us, not only during this important week, but as God prepares each of us for what He wants to accomplish in our [...]

Unbridled Video from Kim

March 12th, 2009

A personal message from Kim:

Interested in joining us for Kidology’s women’s retreat, Unbridled? Have we got a deal for you! Thanks to a donor, 2 scholarships for $50 off are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. We’ve only got 4 spots left, so act soon!
This “Unconference for Children’s Pastors” takes place at 3P Ranch in [...]

Have Your Own Yosemite Summit

March 1st, 2009

Yosemite Summiteers 2009
It’s official! The 2009 Yosemite Summit Unconference for Children’s Pastors has been filled. The 9 guys above will be setting aside ministry for four of the best days of their life in May. I’ll introduce you to them more in the weeks and months ahead, but for now I just wanted to let [...]