From April 3–5, the beautiful scenes of the River Walk in San Antonio hosted over 160 pastors, wives, and presenters for the tenth annual Celebration of Ministry retreats. This was our tenth time returning to San Antonio (after taking a Covid break in 2020 and 2021).

These retreats intend to build relationships with ministry peers, and offer encouragement through worship, Bible studies, and other workshops and presentations. 

“The retreat gave us an opportunity to be ourselves and relax. The Riverwalk is beautiful and is a great place to explore. It was wonderful to hear from people who have been in the ministry longer than us and who encouraged us as we really start getting into ministry.”

– Matthew and Brittany Steinfeldt WLS Class of 2021

“The worship services, Bible study, and breakout sessions were all wonderfully put together and so applicable for our ministry, marriage, and life. We can’t wait to come back for the 25th!”

– Troy and Kelly Schreiner WLS class of 2014

SAVE THE DATE: Celebration 2025 retreats will take place from April 23–25, 2025.

The WLS graduation classes invited to the 2025 retreats are:

2022 (Begun in Grace), 2015 (Renewed in Grace), 2000 (Excelling in Grace), 1990 (Remaining in Grace)