This season of NEXT was a blast. I thoroughly enjoyed everyone I worked with, both NEXT and Full-time, and there was a sense of "fun" in everything we did. That's not to say we didn't work hard, we still ran all the retreats, did apprenticeships and tackled some pretty massive projects throughout the weeks
Read MoreNEXT was incredibly impactful for me. It was the first season of my life where I experienced consistent discipleship, accountability, and practiced spiritual disciplines while also having the opportunity to serve in ministry in a full-time capacity. The experience I got to have on NEXT shaped who I am today.
Read MoreNEXT was the stepping point for me right after graduating college. I was convinced that stepping out of my college community into NEXT would be difficult, but I had no idea I was stepping into a season with people I now consider family. I learned valuable lessons on NEXT that I hope to hold close in every season of my life.
Read MoreNEXT was one of my favorite seasons of life! It taught me the importance of hard work, brought me my best friends in the world, and most importantly taught me how to rely on God for strength in a way I never had before. As a follower of Jesus, NEXT helped me to be more disciplined in my daily quiet and my prayer life. It truly taught me to look for God’s faithfulness in everything, and I learned the importance of every aspect of ministry.
Read MoreThrough the NEXT program I found my confidence in the Lord and realized the passion I have to truly be a vessel for the Lord. There were good days but also difficult times but God taught me just how much He can grow me through it all!
Read MoreThrough NEXT the Lord gave me the most amazing people, mentors, special opportunities to lead, all while getting to continue my education. It pushed me physically, mentally, and spiritually. Through this it helped develop me as leader. I prayed for intentional community like this in my 20s and NEXT was just that. It’s hard but one of the most special experiences.
Read MoreI would highly recommend NEXT to anyone who is able and seeking a Christ-centered community that fosters spiritual growth, deepens understanding of one’s gifts, and helps clarify their their next steps in life.
Read MoreI have learned so much about what true mental, emotional, and physical grit is as a leader and follower of Christ. NEXT gave me a season of building my foundation of who I am in Christ!
Read MoreNestled in the foothills of North Georgia's beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains sits Woodlands Camp and Retreat Center. Woodlands is a 131-acre portrait of rolling hills, beautiful forests, and a crystal clear spring-fed lake. It is a place where you can build lifelong friendships, develop unforgettable memories and get to know the God who created it all.
