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Where we are formed together

A retreat for those who desire to deepen life with God and one another.

September 11–13, 2026
The Oaks · Julian, CA

There is a place where growth takes root quietly — where souls are tended, stories intertwine, and God's slow, shaping work unfolds.

The Garden is a weekend retreat, for men and women, designed to help you step away from the noise of everyday life and return to what nourishes and forms you. Together, we will gather for spiritual enrichment and deeper formation, creating space for what God is growing in us and among us. Through shared rhythms of teaching, worship, embodied experiences, conversation, and rest, we'll cultivate relationships that extend well beyond the weekend — relationships that continue to bear good, hope, healing, and wholeness in the world around us.

The Garden Retreat

Come to The Garden: a place to tend to and nourish the roots of your life. Come to soak in the goodness of God and others who also desire to be formed by the self-giving love of the Trinity. Come to pause, receive and grow. Come with your questions, your curiosity, your longings, and your desire to be shaped by the One who created you. Together, as we tend the ground of our souls we trust that something beautiful will take root.

What to Expect

The Garden gathers people from across the country who share a desire to be formed by God and one another. Here's what your weekend will hold.

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A Diverse Gathering

People from across the country who share a desire to be formed by God and cultivate life-giving community together.

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Inspiring Speakers

Thoughtful leaders and practitioners who are spiritually grounded and experts in their respective fields.

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Meaningful Worship

Music that encourages the soul, invites reflection, and draws us together into moments of shared worship.

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Engaging Workshops

Practical, sensory-rich experiences designed to deepen your connection with God and with one another.

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Nourishing Meals

Decadent, farm-to-table meals lovingly prepared by a local catering team, savored together around the table.

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Rest & Recreation

Hiking through Julian's hills, pickleball, swimming, and unhurried time to rest and enjoy creation.

The Oaks grounds

Our Schedule

A weekend shaped by teaching, rest, and unhurried connection.

Friday Sept 11
4:30–6:00 PM Registration
6:00 PM Welcome Dinner
7:30 PM Opening Session
9:00 PM Free Time
Saturday Sept 12
7:00–8:00 AM
Unearth® Movement with K.C. Ledgerwood · Optional
8:30 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM Morning Worship
10:00–11:30 AM Morning Workshops*
12:00 PM Picnic Lunch
1:30–2:30 PM Afternoon Workshops*
2:30–6:00 PM
6:00 PM Harvest of Good Dinner
7:30–9:00 PM Evening Session
9:00 PM Something Sweet Together
Sunday September 13
8:00–9:30 AM Morning Session
9:30–11:00 AM One Thing Brunch
Ending Blessing

*Workshops are selected during registration.

Join Us

The Garden is a retreat for men and women seeking spiritual renewal, deeper formation, and authentic community. You'll experience inspiring speakers, meaningful worship, engaging workshops, nourishing meals, and time to rest and connect in a beautiful retreat setting.

Join us for a weekend designed to cultivate growth that lasts well beyond the retreat.

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