The Living Water Center will host its 2nd writing retreat June 16 to 18.
Theme: Understanding your purpose and influence as a Christian writer.
The goal of the retreat is to help Christian writers refine their craft and to understand how to properly use their written works for the the Lord. Attendees will share their pieces, get feedback, and watch and discuss videos/materials that will inspire them.
The cost is $50 for in-person attendance and $10 for virtual attendance.
Agenda
Friday (June 16)
8:30pm – 10:00pm:
- Welcome
- Discussion: What does it mean to be a Christian writer? (video)
- Share writing proposals
10:00pm-Till:
- Individual Writing Time
Saturday (June 17)
10am-11am:
- Breakfast
11am-12:30pm:
- Christian author spotlight – C.S. Lewis (video)
- Discussion: How have your experiences shaped your writing and your message?
12:30pm-1:30pm:
- Lunch
1:30-6pm:
- Individual Writing Time
6pm-7pm:
- Dinner
7:30pm-9:00pm:
- CS Lewis Writing advice (video)
- Discuss writing progress
9pm-Till:
- Individual Writing time
Sunday
9am-9:30am:
- Breakfast
9:30am-10:30am:
- Discussion: How important is a Christian Writer’s Influence? (video)
- Prayer
10:30am: Depart
Payment Options
- Venmo: dprather2001@yahoo.com
- Zelle: damon@thelwcenter.com
- PayPal: thelivingwaterschool@gmail.com
Parking (Short term)
Street Parking on King Street is $1.75/hour (3 hours max)
Side streets near the school such as Peyton and Cameron are free (Note: Some streets have time limits)
Parking (Longer term)
Hilton Hotel Garage
1767 King St
Alexandria, VA
$6/hr (daily max $17)