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Pastor’s Retreat 2022

The Potomac Conference will be honoring its pastors and their families with a weekend away to rest, relax and rejuvenate their minds, bodies, and spirits. It will be an atmosphere of peace and fun for all to enjoy! Potomac understands that our pastors have huge responsibilities and they work diligently to fulfill them in service to their members. The conference recognizes that our pastors and workers, in general, are worthy of honor. This is our way to say “thank you.” The gathering will take place at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort in Cambridge, Maryland on April 8 -10.

Weekend Schedule

Friday

4:00
Check-in Main Lobby

 

4:00 – 6:00
Registration Windjammer – Lobby Level

 

6:15 – 7:15
Dinner Chesapeake ABCD on the Lower Level

 

7:30 – 8:30
Family Worship Chesapeake EFG on the Lower Level

 

Sabbath

 

8:30 – 9:30
Breakfast Chesapeake ABCD on the Lower Level

 

10:00 -12:30
Children’s Program Clipper Room – Lobby Level

 

10:00 – 12:30
Youth Program Schooner Room – Lobby Level

 

10:00 – 11:00
Spotlight on “Beyond the Walls” Chesapeake EFG on the Lower Level

 

11:00 – 11:15
Break

 

11:15-12:15
Worship Chesapeake EFG on the Lower Level

 

12:15 – 1:30
Lunch Chesapeake ABCD on the Lower Level

 

1:45 – 3:30
Spouses’ Meet and Greet Galleon – Lobby Level

 

2:00 – 6:00
Family time, visit local venues

 

6:00 – 7:00
Supper Chesapeake ABCD on the Lower Level

 

7:00 – 7:30
Concert Lisbeth Melgar Chesapeake EFG on the Lower Level

 

7:30 – 8:00
Evening Vespers Chesapeake EFG on the Lower Level
8:30
Special Pre-Release Screening of Award-winning Film “HOPE LIVES”
with special guest, Director and Producer Anthony Hackett.
Chesapeake Room EFG
8:15 – 11:00
Recreation activities throughout the resort area
**Putt-Putt, Volleyball, Swimming, Dive-in movie, Table Games, Game Room, Tennis**

Sunday

9:00 – 10:00
Breakfast
Chesapeake ABCD on the Lower Level
10:05 – 10:30
Devotional
10:45 -11:00
Check-out

Things to know before you go…

COVID PRECAUTIONS

As we consider your health and the health of others, we are asking that you provide a copy of your COVID-19 vaccination record OR a negative PCR test taken no more than 48 hours before April 8. (HOME TESTS WILL BE ACCEPTED)

CHESAPEAKE BAY BRIDGE

To avoid major traffic delays and undue stress, it is recommended that travelers plan to cross the Chesapeake Bay Bridge before 2 pm on Friday, April 8. Although this is by no means mandatory, it should allow for more expedient travel.

PETS ARE ALLOWED FOR A FEE

We would like to remind you that pets are allowed at this resort. There is a $150 fee that will be billed to you personally by the hotel for the weekend. If you have any questions, please refer to the hotel policies.

Weather Forecast

HOTEL ACTIVITIES

FITNESS
The state-of-the-art gym will entice you to keep up your daily exercise routine.
TENNIS
Enjoy your best games on the hotel courts!
SPA
There is no better place to reduce your stress than the Sago SPA. Treat yourself! Arrive early or stay late to enjoy a calming space where you can rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit. Massages, facials, manicures, and pedicures are available. Visit their website for more information and pricing.
River Marsh Golf Club
Nestled among virgin hardwood forest, open fields, and native sand pockets, this course celebrates the Eastern Shore’s beauty. Prepare for an epic challenge at the 18th green, bordered from tee to hole by the Choptank River. Interested? Please check here.
INDOOR POOL
Lounge poolside year-round in our Wintergarden atrium that houses both our indoor pool and indoor hot tub! Take an evening dip and enjoy Saturday night “dive-in” movies.
Outdoor Recreation
Get out and get moving! The resort includes facilities and equipment for tennis, basketball, volleyball, Frisbee golf, miniature golf, and horseshoes—plus, trails for walking and jogging. Outdoor lighting permits you to take advantage of these activities on Saturday night.
River Marsh Golf Club
Nestled among virgin hardwood forest, open fields, and native sand pockets, this course celebrates the Eastern Shore’s beauty. Prepare for an epic challenge at the 18th green, bordered from tee to hole by the Choptank River. Interested? Please check here.
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad
(Closes at 4pm) (12 miles away)
One of more than 40 stops on the self-guided Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway, the visitor center offers 10,000 square feet of multimedia exhibits about Tubman’s early life and slavery in the area. Check here for more information.
Richardson Maritime Museum
(2.9 MI / 4.75 KM AWAY)
This museum tells the story of Dorchester County’s rich maritime history through exquisite models of traditional wooden sailing vessels designed and built in the region—from crabbing skiffs to schooners. Find out more here.
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge
(11.7 MI / 18.81 KM AWAY)
Celebrated by wildlife watchers and photographers, the 28,000-acre refuge hosts many species, from migrating ducks and bald eagles to Delmarva fox squirrels. Drive, bike, or walk a four-mile loop through diverse natural habitats. Learn more here.

ENCOURAGEMENT

Charles A. Tapp

President

Potomac Conference

SPEAKER – FAMILY WORSHIP

Inspiring. Dynamic. Dream Manager. Visionary.
These are just a few of the words used to describe the man elected as president to lead the 38,000 members of the Potomac Conference. Pastor Tapp has spent 40 years in pastoral ministry and 25 years as an educator in the United States and abroad. He is also an experienced communications professional. His broadcast career spans 40 years in which he has served as a consultant, host, voice-over announcer, writer, producer, director, and engineer. In this era of COVID-19, he has launched a conference-wide initiative to take ministry Beyond the Walls.

Henry Wright

International Speaker and Church Leader

SABBATH SPEAKER

 

For 53 years, Pastor Wright served the Seventh-day Adventist Church with passion, compassion, and a legacy of transformational leadership. His spirit-filled sermons have attracted listeners and viewers from around the globe. Officially retired, his ministry continues to touch the lives of generations of believers. Unintentionally, Pastor Wright is the gold standard for preaching. Your soul will be enriched, and your heart filled as you hear the word of the Lord through His manservant, Henry Monroe Wright.

Rick Labate

Vice President for Ministry

Potomac Conference of Seventh-day Adventists

SUNDAY DEVOTIONAL SPEAKER

Rick Labate has spent 36 years in the Potomac Conference. Elected a year ago to serve as the Vice President for Ministry. Rick’s passion is to see churches and pastors balanced and healthy in every regard but especially in the area of worship. Although a minister by vocation, his avocation is as a renowned concert pianist. Rick has won numerous gospel music awards for his talents, including Best Remake of a Hymn, the Worthy Award, and Judges Favorite Album of the Year.

Gerry Lopez

Associate Director Children’s Ministries

North American Division

CHILDREN’S PRESENTER

Gerry Lopez understands the importance of a strong and visible children’s ministry in churches; he feels the future existence of the church depends on it. Gerry has enjoyed working in children’s ministry for more than 14 years as a youth pastor, children’s ministry pastor, and elementary school chaplain. Gerry loves teaching children about the love of Jesus and getting them to know Him as their personal savior.

Vincent Dehm

Pastor and Author

YOUTH PRESENTER

A spirited speaker, inspiring teacher, gifted writer, and empathetic pastor, Vincent Dehm is the real deal. He is an internationally recognized communicator, consultant, motivator, preacher, teacher, and youth worker. God has given him the ability to reach all people regardless of age, gender, culture, or race. He currently serves as the lead pastor of the culturally diverse Recreation Church located in Baltimore, MD.

Lisbeth Melgar

Recording Artist

SABBATH AFTERNOON CONCERT

An accomplished vocal artist, Lisbeth says more than a musical style; the worship of God is a lifestyle. Gifted with one of God’s greatest voices, her musical selections will encourage and inspire the listener. She has launched her new album, Jesus Ya Viene (Jesus Is Coming). Lisbeth invites her audiences to join with one voice in praise and worship of the Creator and Savior of the Universe.

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