St. Matthew in the Mountains

Rooted in love, we grow firm in Christ, just as Ephesians 3:17 says: ‘that you, being rooted and grounded in love…’

Join us for our annual retreat weekend Friday, February 20 through Sunday, February 22 at Pleasant Ridge Camp & Retreat Center in Marietta, SC. Surrounded by the beauty of mountains, streams, trees, and sky, enjoy a weekend of rest and renewal together as a church family.

All ages welcome (singles, couples, and families alike) and the schedule is flexible. Come for the full weekend, one night, Saturday daytime, or Sunday morning to worship surrounded by God’s creation.

Registration is open and will close Friday, January 23.

Questions? Contact Jessica Young at jyoung@stmatthewumc.net.

Retreat Details

Who?
Everyone is welcome! Young and old, single and married, children and no children. Make this time away with your church family a priority and you will see why so many love this tradition so much.

What?
St. Matthew in the Mountains (SMIM) weekend retreat, a long-standing tradition, is a time to get away with your church family. Surrounded by God’s beautiful creation, we spend time learning, growing, and fellowshipping across all ages.

While activities and programming will be available throughout the weekend, this is your time and you can be as active or as relaxed as you prefer.

When?
Friday, February 20 evening – Sunday, February 22 after morning worship.

The schedule is flexible! Come for the full weekend, one night, Saturday daytime, or just Sunday morning to worship surrounded by God’s creation.

Where?
Pleasant Ridge Camp & Retreat Center in Marietta, SC. A beautiful mountain retreat just 40 minutes from church! Pleasant Ridge is a handicap-accessible camp that is suitable for all.

Why?  
To have a shared experience with your church family, away from the stress of everyday life in a gorgeous, peaceful setting less than an hour from Greenville.

Retreat Cost

Includes meals, cabin-style lodging, activities, and staffing.
Children ages 3 and under are free.

Lodging: There are no hotel-style options, but families with young children or adults needing special accommodations will have the opportunity to sleep in smaller, semi-private spaces. Bathrooms are communal and will be separated by gender. Youth (6th-12th grade) will have their own cabin together. 

Saturday Only (includes 2 meals)
Individual: $50

Retreat Schedule

Friday Evening
Arrival begins at 5pm (or anytime after) with a bring-your-own picnic dinner.

Sunday Morning
9am – Worship & Communion