Missionary Resources Connection
Enhancing the health, ministry effectiveness and
longevity of service of missionaries and their families
Ministering to Missionary Kids (MKs) and Third Culture Kids (TCKs)
The MK/TCK Re-Entry Retreat is designed for MKs or TCKs who are seniors in high school or college age. It's goal is to provide helpful tools which prepare for transition into American life and college. The retreat serves as an opportunity to learn and grow with those who are undergoing similar experiences and facing similar issues, and to have a fun time! Come and join us at our 2012 retreat!!
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What have past participants said about it?
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- August 6-15, 2012
- August retreat - Bethel Christian Camp in Gaston, SC
Mornings are filled with different topical seminars and practical sessions, such as:
- Transitioning Effectively To The U.S.
- TCK Identity Issues
- Handling Separation and Loss
- American Culture and Lifestyle
- Handling Your Own Finances in College
- Initiating Healthy Friendships
Afternoons are filled with relationship building and fun outdoor activities, such as:
- Sports (Swimming, Volleyball, Soccer)
- Outdoor Activities (Canoeing, Hiking, Paintball, Zip Line, Ropes Course, Climbing Wall)
- And much more...
$425.00 (includes meals, housing, activities, and materials). The registration deposit of $50.00 is non-refundable and due with each application by the extended deadline of June 15, 2012. Please send your registration form and deposit check to Missionary Resources Connection. The remaining balance ($375) is due at check-in time the first day of the retreat.
We are now accepting payments for the MK Re-entry Retreat online. There is a $10.00 additional charge for each online payments. Please add this amount to your payment. To make an online payment, click on the donate button below and follow directions.
What have previous participants said about the retreat?
“I learned a lot about myself and who I am as a TCK. Being able to talk to people who really want to listen helped me see more about myself."
"It's OK to be mad, sad, lonely, etc. but the way you handle it can make or break your experience."
“I learned how not to be afraid to be vulnerable with people.”
"I've learned how to let out my sorrow."
"To really lean on God no matter what and to give an effort to be involved in your community."
"That you can't just turn grief off when you get tired of it. You actually need to work through it to be healed."
“The biggest thing I learned this week was that it is okay to be real with people. I was able to open up not only to people who cared but to people who could partly understand because of their similar experience. Thank you!”
Download the 2012 FAQ's here.
Apply today!
Download the application package.
The deadline has been extended to June 15, 2012. Be sure to register early to secure your spot!
To see the MK/TCK Re-entry Retreat Brochure go to seminars and retreats