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Young Adults Retreat in Muskoka

For Young Adults 20-30

October 31-November 2, 2025

Join other 20-30 year olds for a fun and relaxing weekend of worship and spiritual growth in beautiful Muskoka. You will be encouraged through Biblical teaching, meeting others and by taking a weekend away to be refreshed in your faith. 

We also have programming that gets you connected to others creating new friendships within a godly community. 

Backyard Worship Concert

Grab a group of friends and join us in the MBC chapel for a unique worship experiences with Backyard Worship.

Please Note: Those who wish to attend the concert but not the full weekend retreat must register for their tickets in the link below. Guests at our Young Adults Retreat do not need to register for the concert.

Teacher

Steve West

Read about Steve West

Dr. Steve West is a professor at Heritage College & Seminary in Cambridge, Ontario, and the pastor of Madoc Baptist Church. In addition to his work in Canada, Steve has a heart for training international pastors and church leaders, and has taught courses in multiple countries on five continents. He has authored a variety of books and articles, and spoken on a number of college and university campuses in North America.

Music

Backyard Worship

Read about Backyard Worship

Canadian worship collective Backyard Worship brings nothing new to the table. They, like many around them, write songs for the Church to use as anthems to worship Jesus.

Born in 2018, BYW began, writing and leading worship out of a burning desire to see Christ’s name lifted high. Not to perform or entertain the Church, but to simply and humbly lead others into worship of Jesus. They love the Word, Jesus, and His way. They long to bring Him glory with every moment.

LINKS

https://www.instagram.com/bckyrdworship/ 

https://open.spotify.com/artist/1Rg0j3ZDjQAN7prPr131iB?si=8LFq8hLCSAeHGF-GETyfYQ

https://music.apple.com/ca/artist/backyard-worship/1576884795 

An Evening with Backyard Worship

Saturday, November 1, 2025
Muskoka Bible Centre – 8 Pioneer Avenue, Huntsville, ON
Doors Open: 7:30 PM | 🎶 Worship Begins: 8:00 PM
Hosted by: Muskoka Bible Centre – Young Adults Retreat

Step into a night set apart — where performance fades and authentic worship takes centre stage. Backyard Worship is a Canadian worship collective passionate about leading people into the presence of Jesus with honesty, humility, and a deep love for His Word.

Whether you come weary or full of praise, this is a space to lay it all down, lift your voice, and be part of something bigger than yourself.

Admission is free – all young adults are welcome.
A donation will be taken during the evening to help MBC keep events like this available.

Please present your ticket at the door.

Come ready to worship. Come expecting God to move.

Backyard Worship Website: https://www.backyardworship.ca

Teaching Topic

Going Deep With God for All of Life: A Journey Through the Psalms

Life in your 20s can be full of questions, transitions, and big decisions. It’s a decade of growth, challenge, and searching for what’s real and lasting. In the Psalms, we find ancient songs that speak directly into the heart of every season — joy and struggle, confidence and doubt, clarity and confusion. They give us language for worship, for pain, for praise, and for perseverance.

This retreat is an invitation to go deeper with God — not just in the high points of life, but in every part of it.

We’ll explore four Psalms that give us a picture of what it means to live a life of worship:

  • Psalm 1
  • Psalm 2
  • Psalm 13
  • Psalm 84

Through these Psalms, we’ll consider what it looks like to worship God not just in music, but in the way we live, choose, trust, and seek Him.

Main Event

Friday, October 31, 2025

6:00pm – Check in begins

7:00pm – Autumn Harvest Party – come dressed for our Costume Parade – prizes for the best

8:00pm – Session #1

9:00pm – Pizza and Wings

Saturday, November 1, 2025

9:00am – Breakfast

10:00am – Session #2 & Worship

12:00pm – Lunch

1:00-5:00pm – Recreation and Rest

2:00pm – The Autumn Amazing Race

5:30pm – Dinner in the dining Room

7:00pm – Session #3

8:00pm – Concert of praise – Backyard Worship

9:00pm – Snack and games

Sunday, November 2, 2025

9:00am – Breakfast

11:00am – Session #4

(Please Check out before lunch)

12:00pm – Lunch

Autumn Harvest Party

We will start our retreat off with an evening full of fun, laughter, and classic autumn vibes! Join us for our Autumn Harvest Party, where costumes are encouraged (yes, there will be prizes!) and the activities will keep you smiling all night long.

What’s in store?

– Pumpkin Painting – Show off your creativity!

– Bobbing for Apples – A harvest tradition you can’t skip.

– Games & Prizes – Because no party is complete without a little competition.

– Costume Contest – Bring your best fall look and you might just win big!

– Grab your friends, put on your favorite fall costume, and come make some memories. You don’t want to miss this cozy, festive night!

Saturday our Autumn Amazing Race will take you all over the MBC grounds.

 

Other activities

– Bonfire
– Hike around beautiful MBC
– Goosechase
– Games and so much more…

Accommodations

Please refer to our website for accommodation selections*. 20% discount on accommodations for MBC retreats. Share accommodation with friends to save!

All prices are plus HST

Meals & Program

$233.20

Program, 5 meals and 2 snacks.

 

Program Only

$110

Full weekend program.

Great news—Founders Hall is available for this retreat! It’s a cost-effective option with dorm-style rooms (4 people per room), and by sharing with friends, you can stay for as little as $27.80 per night.

* Accommodation options are subject to availability. Please call the office at 705-789-0123 if you have any questions.

Book 10 people and receive one additional registration for FREE. Email office@muskokabible.com

Media Kit

If you need any promotional material to share, you can download posters and slides from the links below.

It was an incredible time to connect with others my age. Meeting new friends, many of whom were in different geological areas and also different areas of vocation than I, was uplifting. It was SO encouraging and I came away feeling spurred on in my Christian faith to love and good deeds.

– 11/9/2021

I enjoyed meeting new people, who were going through different stages in life. I was encouraged to see how God is working in our lives in unique ways. The teaching challenged me to live out my faith, and to focus on the journey instead of the arrival. I was also reminded to sit in the silence, so that God can speak to me.

– 11/9/2021

It was a nice opportunity to get away from the busyness of school, refocus on God and spend time connecting with other young adults.

– 11/9/2021

The time spent with friends outside enjoying each activity was amazing. The teaching was very applicable and rooted in scripture. The opportunity to gather around a fire each night and meet new people was also very special.

– 11/9/2021

The Prayer Room is Open!

At Muskoka Bible Centre, the breathtaking beauty of God’s creation invites reflection, renewal, and a deeper connection with Him. Free from the noise and busyness of daily life, we have the space to listen, seek, and draw near to the Lord.

Prayer is woven into the very fabric of MBC. Many of our retreats feature a Prayer Room—a peaceful, welcoming sanctuary where you can commune with God and rest in His presence. Whether you seek solitude, a moment of shared prayer with a friend, or the compassionate support of our trained Biblical Care staff, the Prayer Room is a space designed for you to encounter God.

Faith begins with a single prayer—an earnest cry for God’s saving grace. As we journey with Him, prayer remains vital, sustaining and strengthening our walk. Here, you can lay down your burdens, refresh your spirit, and pour out your heart to the One who knows and loves you completely.

"Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about you."
— 1 Peter 5:7

Bringing a Group? We’re Here to Help.

Gathering others for an MBC Retreat creates space for renewal, connection, and time with Jesus—and we want to make it easy for you.

You’ll get access to planning tools, promo support, and a dedicated contact to walk with you every step of the way—plus, enjoy a little thank-you gift just for putting it all together!