Sometimes a change of scenery and a change of pace go a long way to helping us get perspective in life. At BetterDays, we appreciate this fact and take it seriously. In fact, our trademark is GO OUTSIDE!
This is a shortened version of Jesus’ longer teaching about anxiety and worry. Faced with the look of concern in his disciple’s eyes, he told them to leave their worry behind and to consider the powerful and abundant ways God cares for flowers and birds (Matthew 6:25-34; also, Psalm 104). Jesus, in a sense, instructed them to exit the narrow confines of their worries so that they could enter into the wide open space of God’s love for them. If God cares that much for the flowers, Jesus pointed out, how much more so will he care for you?
At BetterDays, we have extensive experience in creating conditions that highlight Jesus’ teaching. Whether you are looking to create a quiet and contemplative three-day retreat for your leadership team or would prefer a week-long adventure, we can help you. See the descriptions of Odyssey and Discovery below.
We can:
- Provide leadership in the way of teaching and preaching at your planned event.
- Provide content for your meetings, retreats, or training.
- Work with you to custom-build an experience that will be powerful and unforgettable.
Toward this end, we work with retreat centers and service providers such as:
- Laity Lodge Retreat Center in Kerville, Texas
- Trinity Pines Retreat Center in Trinity, Texas
- Camp Allen in Magnolia, Texas
- Noah's Ark in Buena Vista, Colorado
Discovery is a simple and quiet retreat for rest and rejuvenation. It is a place and time to rediscover the Spirit at work, calling you deeper into the journey of faith in God. Meditating on Scripture, time in nature, simple meals, and prayer walks are all meant to heighten the awareness of God's powerful and abundant presence. BetterDays provides guidance and instruction in the Christian disciplines, creative exercises, small group discussions, and personal direction.
Retreats can be custom-built to suit the needs of your organization or church. This is an ideal setting for leadership teams, pastors, directors, elders, deacons, and small groups.
Odyssey Photo Gallery: Click here to check view pictures from our previous Odyssey trips.
Odyssey brings together the elements of Encounter and Discovery into a backcountry adventure of backpacking, rafting, and orienteering. BetterDays organizes trips for men, women, couples, co-ed (non-married couples), and father-son. Similar to Discovery, trips can be custom-built to suit your organizational needs. Odyssey is ideal for leadership teams and groups who are seeking a seminal experience to strengthen a communal bond and clarify calling.
We currently organize trips that are six days in length, including two half days of travel. Professional guides, equipment, food, and lodging are part of the package. Participants are responsible for travel to and from the base of the trip.
Trips are based out of Buena Vista, Colorado, during the summer months.
Read Leading Leaders, an article by Chad Karger in the Church Executive's Christian Travel & Cruise Guide for August 2008.
Backcountry and whitewater guides are provided by Noah's Ark in Buena Vista, Colorado.
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Call or email us for more information:
Email our office administrator, Dianna Jonns at (info at herecomebetterdays.org)
Our office phone number is 281-318-1363
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