Schedule of Events
Below is the tentative schedule of activities. Some items may change due to weather or other factors. Most activities are optional — though we would like to have full participation in our evening gatherings. Some activities are listed as "out-of-pocket," which means that the cost for participation will not be covered by Mercy Collective.
Wednesday
October 16
2 PM: Laguna Beach Check-In Opens
Laguna Beach Christian Retreat Office
Guests can begin checking into their accomodations with the camp office.
5-6 PM: Mercy Check-In & Dinner
Promised Land Chapel
Drop by, meet others, and pick up your welcome packet. A casual bonus dinner will be provided. Our team will be available to answer any questions.
6:30 PM: Opening Convocation & Orientation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
All join together for prayer, instruction, fellowship, and to dedicate ourselves to Yeshua and His Feast.
8 PM: Connection Night
Promised Land Chapel
Get to know one another with a night of Bible trivia, games, and joy.
Thursday
October 17
Daily Focus: Praise
9 AM: Morning Prayer & Devotional
Promised Land Chapel
9:45-10:45 AM: Ladies' Encounter
Promised Land Chapel | Women
A time of intimate discussion and ministry for women. Though not youth-oriented, mothers are welcome to bring their daughters and infant boys, as needed.
2 PM: Scavenger Hunt
Martha Dining Room
5 PM: Dinner
Martha Dining Room
Bonus dinner provided for all! (Volunteers are needed for cleanup. Stick around to help, if you're able.)
6:30 PM: Convocation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
Focus: Praise — Proclamation of the Goodness of God
Friday
October 18
Daily Focus: Glory
9 AM: Morning Prayer & Devotional
Promised Land Chapel
The first of our daily rhythms. Come and start the day with the Lord and His Body.
9:45-10:45 AM: Men's Encounter
Promised Land Chapel | Men
A time of intimate discussion and ministry for men. Though not youth-oriented, fathers are welcome to bring their sons and infant daughters, as needed.
1:30 PM: Kids Class
Martha Dining Room | Ages 4-12
Please retrieve your children at 2:30 PM.
3 PM: Ice Cream Social
Laguna Beach Coffee & Cream
5 PM: Sabbath Dinner
Martha Dining Room
Enter into the Sabbath with a meal and fellowship provided for all! (Volunteers are needed for cleanup. Stick around to help, if you're able.)
6:30 PM: Convocation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
Focus: Glory — The Manifest Splendor of God
Saturday
October 19
Daily Focus: Wisdom
9 AM: Morning Prayer & Devotional
Promised Land Chapel
9:45 - 10:45 AM: Young Adults Encounter
Promised Land Chapel | Ages 18-29
A time of intimate discussion and ministry for young adults.
11 AM - 12:30 AM: Tabernacles Panel with Q&A
Promised Land Chapel
Learn from a panel discussion about the historic and prophetic significance of the Feast of Tabernacles and how God invites us to keep His feast.
2 PM: Baptism
Beach Access #79
Please notify Mercy's pastors ahead of time if you feel led to be baptized.
3 PM: Nuke'Em Tournament
Beach Access #79 | Ages 8+
6:30 PM: Convocation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
Focus: Wisdom — The Clear Insight of God
Sunday
October 20
Daily Focus: Thanks
9 AM: Morning Prayer & Devotional
Promised Land Chapel
10 AM: Ladies' Farmers Market Shop
Off-Site | Women 18 & Up | Out-of-Pocket
Come shop the 30A Farmers Market in Rosemary Beach and the surrounding village shops.
30A Farmers Market
28 N. Barrett Square
Rosemary Beach, Florida 32413
11 AM: Ladies' Brunch
Off-Site | Women 18 & Up
At 11 AM sharp, join us for an elegant brunch at a charming cafe in Rosemary Beach. The meal is provided by Mercy Collective. Arrive early to find parking and the location. It's in the same area as the Farmer's Market:
La Crema Tapas & Chocolate
38 Main Street
Rosemary Beach, Florida 32461
Noon: On-Site Pizza Party
Martha Dining Room | Men & Children
2 PM: Kids Class
Martha Dining Room | Ages 4-12
Please retrieve your children at 3 PM.
5:30 PM: Seaside Bonfire
Beach Access #79
Bring chairs or blankets and come enjoy the sunset, s'mores, and fellowship.
8 PM: Altar Fire
Promised Land Chapel
Meet with the Lord and worship Him into the night.
Monday
October 21
Daily Focus: Honor
9 AM: Morning Prayer & Devotional
Promised Land Chapel
9:45 AM: Ministry to the Lord
Promised Land Chapel
An informal time to linger in His presence and minister to the Lord in prayer and worship.
1-4:30 PM: Shell Island Seafari Eco-Tour & Dolphin Encounter
Offsite | Out-of-Pocket
Enjoy an afternoon cruise with time to snorkel off Shell Island. This excursion is offered by:
Capt. Anderson's Marina
5550 N Lagoon Drive
Panama City Beach, FL, 32408
Tickets cost $25-35 per person. It is recommended to get tickets in advance and to arrive early. For info and to reserve your spot on the boat, click here.
6:30 PM: Convocation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
Focus: Honor — The Expressed Worthiness of God
Tuesday
October 22
Daily Focus: Power
9 AM: Morning Prayer & Devotional
Promised Land Chapel
9:45 AM: Ministry to the Lord
Promised Land Chapel
An informal time to linger in His presence and minister to the Lord in prayer and worship.
12:30-3 PM: Men's Shooting Range Excursion
Off-Site | Men 18 & Up
A time of fellowship and firepower. The indoor, live-shooting range lanes and a virtual simulator will be provided by Mercy. Additional purchases and rentals are out-of-pocket. Ear and eye protection are required (glasses suffice for the latter) and can be brought or purchased on-site. Guests can bring their own legal firearms and ammo or rent guns and purchase ammo on-site. For info about the facility, click here. Shooting begins at 1 PM. Waivers must be signed in advance, so please plan to arrive promptly:
The Powder Room
106 Griffin Boulevard
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
1-3 PM: Teen Bible Study
Martha Dining Room | Ages 10-18
A youth-led Bible study for older children and teens. Bring your Bibles and come as the Spirit reveals the Lord's truth.
6:30 PM: Convocation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
Focus: Power - The Miraculous Ability of God
Wednesday
October 23
Daily Focus: Strength
9 AM: Morning Prayer & Devotional
Promised Land Chapel
9:45 AM: Ministry to the Lord
Promised Land Chapel
An informal time to linger in His presence and minister to the Lord in prayer and worship.
3 PM: Sandcastle Contest
Beach Access #79
Form a team and build the prize-winning sandcastle! Teams are limited to either four people or one entire family. Dream big; the competition is strong.
5 PM: Potluck Dinner
Martha Dining Room
Bring a meal to share with others!
6:30 PM: Convocation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
Focus: Strength - The Abundant Force of God’s Love
Thursday
October 24
The Last Great Day
9-10:30 AM: Last Great Day Convocation
Promised Land Chapel | Full Participation
Let's join together to celebrate our God, the One who dwells with us and is our Dwelling Place.
Noon: Leftover Potluck
Martha Dining Room
Prepare for departure by emptying your fridge and pantry. Bring what you have and come share one last feast together.
Afternoon: Beach Day
Beach Access #79
Enjoy one final day of rest and fellowship on the Emerald Coast!
5:30 PM: Seaside Bonfire
Beach Access #79
For our last night together, bring chairs or blankets and come enjoy the sunset, s'mores, and fellowship.