Jan. 23-25, 2026
Rock the Universe is an unforgettable weekend of faith and fun. High school students are invited to join us for a Christian music festival and rides at Universal Studios Florida. We'll also take part in a service project at Second Harvest Food Bank. This trip is for active students in our ministry so students need to attend worship at least 4 times before this trip.
Cost
$180 includes 2 nights lodging, 3 meals, Rock the Universe ticket, gas.
- December 7: $90 Deposit due
- January 4: $90 Final payment due
Packing list
- Bible, notebook, pen
- Money for dinner and snacks at Universal (think $20+) and Sunday’s lunch.
- Snacks for the weekend. *Universal allows visitors to carry water bottles (maximum 2 liters) and small snacks! Bring backpack for this.
- Sleeping bag or sheets and a blanket
- Pillow
- Bath towel
- Shower shoes
- Toiletries
- Clothes for serving, the event, and church on Sunday
- Warm clothes for Saturday afternoon/evening
- Maroon We Are One Student Min t-shirt for service project
- Pajamas (it’s very cold in dorm rooms where we sleep)
- Trash bag for wet towel and dirty clothes
- Phone charger
SCHEDULE
FRIDAY
3 PM - Meet at Church
6 PM - Dinner out in Orlando
8 PM - Worship and lodging at Forest Lake Academy
SATURDAY
9 AM - Volunteer with Second Harvest Food Bank
2:30 PM - Head to Rock the Universe
SUNDAY
9 AM - Attend worship at a local UMC
3 PM - Return to Church
CONSENT FORM
Anyone who hasn't gone on a retreat this year needs to fill out a consent form.