Your invitation to a meaningful weekend
of vision and partnership

Your invitation to a meaningful weekend of vision and partnership

Evangel University President Dr. Mike Rakes invites you to the breathtaking Golden Isles of Georgia for an unforgettable gathering at The Cloister at Sea Island.


Enjoy the company of like-minded believers who are passionate about the importance of Spirit-driven education in building a better future. You’ll receive insightful messages from trusted voices in the Church, experience intentional time of worship and reflection, and enjoy the unmatched hospitality and timeless charm that define the Sea Island experience.

A Retreat with Purpose

Once a retreat for world leaders, now a sanctuary for you.

The Cloister at Sea Island invites you to step into a place where elegance meets the wild beauty of Georgia’s coast. Set among peaceful marshlands and five miles of private beach, this is where rest comes naturally. Chase adventure on horseback, tee off on championship greens, or glide across the water on a paddleboard. Here, every moment is curated for wonder.

Special Guests

Lee Strobel

Lee Strobel

Lee Strobel

Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel, the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times best-selling author of over 40 books and curricula that have sold 18 million copies worldwide and been translated into 40 languages.

Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel, the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times best-selling author of over 40 books and curricula that have sold 18 million copies worldwide and been translated into 40 languages.

Atheist-turned-Christian Lee Strobel, the former award-winning legal editor of The Chicago Tribune, is a New York Times best-selling author of over 40 books and curricula that have sold 18 million copies worldwide and been translated into 40 languages.

Dr. Jim Bradford

Dr. Jim Bradford

Dr. Jim Bradford

Jim served as the general secretary of the Assemblies of God for nine years and is the lead pastor of Central Assembly in Springfield, Missouri. He has authored several books and hosts a podcast about his ministry journey and leadership.

Jim served as the general secretary of the Assemblies of God for nine years and is the lead pastor of Central Assembly in Springfield, Missouri. He has authored several books and hosts a podcast about his ministry journey and leadership.

Jim served as the general secretary of the Assemblies of God for nine years and is the lead pastor of Central Assembly in Springfield, Missouri. He has authored several books and hosts a podcast about his ministry journey and leadership.

The Isaacs

The Isaacs

The Isaacs

Internationally renowned family musicians, The Isaacs have aided and uplifted thousands for over 50 years. Guided by God’s love, their Grammy-nominated harmonies inspire believers to live out their faith across generations. Both stage and studio have been shared with Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss, Paul Simon and many more.

Internationally renowned family musicians, The Isaacs have aided and uplifted thousands for over 50 years. Guided by God’s love, their Grammy-nominated harmonies inspire believers to live out their faith across generations. Both stage and studio have been shared with Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss, Paul Simon and many more.

Internationally renowned family musicians, The Isaacs have aided and uplifted thousands for over 50 years. Guided by God’s love, their Grammy-nominated harmonies inspire believers to live out their faith across generations. Both stage and studio have been shared with Dolly Parton, Reba McEntire, Vince Gill, Alison Krauss, Paul Simon and many more.

Brenton Brown

Brenton Brown

Brenton Brown

Born in South Africa, Brenton Brown is a Christian worship leader and songwriter most known for the songs he penned for the church. He has received a Grammy Award nomination for “Soul on Fire,” which was co-written and recorded by Third Day. His most recent work American Hymnal, is a tribute to the music of America that has shaped much of his life.

Born in South Africa, Brenton Brown is a Christian worship leader and songwriter most known for the songs he penned for the church. He has received a Grammy Award nomination for “Soul on Fire,” which was co-written and recorded by Third Day. His most recent work American Hymnal, is a tribute to the music of America that has shaped much of his life.

Born in South Africa, Brenton Brown is a Christian worship leader and songwriter most known for the songs he penned for the church. He has received a Grammy Award nomination for “Soul on Fire,” which was co-written and recorded by Third Day. His most recent work American Hymnal, is a tribute to the music of America that has shaped much of his life.

COST

Complimentary. It would be our pleasure to treat you to the entire weekend, including hotel,

breakfasts, and dinners.


Your only costs will be your

transportation, parking and/or valet fees, lunches, and any free-time expenses.

SCHEDULE

Thursday: Registration and welcome reception followed by dinner and opening session.


Friday and Saturday: Morning and evening sessions, with afternoons free.


Sunday: Closing activities and brunch, with wrap-up by noon.

REGISTER

We expect this weekend to fill up quickly, so please don’t wait to respond.


For details, call 417-575-5432 or register now by clicking the button below. Thank you for understanding this invitation is exclusively for you and your spouse.

Join us.

The weekend will fill up fast, so please don’t wait to respond. 

The Evangel team looks forward to gathering with you in April 2026!

The weekend will fill up fast, so please don’t wait to respond. The Evangel team looks forward to gathering with you in April 2026!

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