2025 ABA Men's Retreat

HEROES @ HOME

The theme of the weekend is "HEROES @ HOME" - however the event is not sold out! Registration is open and all are welcome! Sign up before the deadline and tell your friends!

Hosted by Steele Heights  Baptist Church in Edmonton.

We are excited to invite you to join with men from the ABA for a time of rest, fun and connection. Our theme this year, "Heroes @ Home" represents our desire to help men lead their families into living Christ centered lives. We pray that men will come and leave strengthened in their faith and ability to disciple their families.

The ABA Men’s retreat is designed to be one of down-time, rest, fun and connection. Opportunities are offered for men to connect with God and one another, to grow in friendship as well as in their relationship with Jesus. Camp Caroline sits in the beautiful foothills of Alberta and has an inviting facility with an indoor pool, hot-tub, full size gym and great sitting areas. You won’t be disappointed investing in this weekend away. 

Come with an expectation to rest, have fun, and reconnect with God and others. Feel free to bring your favorite games and snacks, and any winter outerwear you may require as there will be opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. If you want to use the gymnasium, appropriate non marking footwear is required, plus a sense of humor and a willingness to compete. If you’re planning on playing water sports or doing laps, or relaxing in the hot tub, bring your swimwear and towel. Additional things to bring: Your Bible, notebook or journal and a desire to spend time in God’s word, in worship, in prayer and reflection.

The Details:
Date: February 28 to March 2, 2025
Camp Caroline, AB

Retreat Cost: Retreat costs are based on room rates. The price listed includes all accommodation, meals, and retreat costs.

Creekside Room – $205

• Creekside rooms are located above the dining room area. These rooms are a dorm style featuring 4 bunkbeds made up of 7 single beds and one queen.

Aspen Room - $230

• These rooms feature ensuite bathroom with stand-up shower. 2 Bunkbeds, 3 singles, and 1 Queen mattress. 

Hillside Room - $240 

• These rooms are in the newest lodge of the camp featuring an ensuite bathroom with stand-up shower, 2 bunkbeds made up of 2 single (on top), 2 Queen mattress (on bottom). Please remember to bring your own toiletries and bedding. 

About our Guest Speaker:

Pastor Jared Dodd is has been doing ministry for the last 25+ years. He and his wife started a full-time ministry focused on family and discipleship in 2012 and currently reside in Texas. They homeschool their 10 children and travel the country speaking on many different subjects including apologetics, family, homeschooling, discipleship, history, etc. He has written several books and many are on Audible, has a weekly podcast called The Blessed Family and four Bible studies on RightNow Media which are used in homes, churches, and some private schools across the nation. Jared also currently serves as mayor of the city of Cottonwood Shores, TX.

For additional information, contact Ellard Ratzlaff at 587-599-4464 or at ellardr@gmail.com or Julian Izquedaro at vibeinstalls@gmail.com.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS: FEBRUARY 14. All registrations after the 14th must come through contacting above.

Thank you for considering registering for the 2025 ABA Men's Retreat. We look forward to seeing you there!