RCP Stories

Grant Langley doesn't remember a summer without Redwood Christian Park. As a child, Family Camp became part of his family's annual rhythm. Every year, they packed their bags, headed into the Santa Cruz Mountains, and spent a week together surrounded by towering...

“My husband and my family and I look forward to [Family Camp] every year because we get to disconnect from the world and just really reconnect as a family” Emily Hunt shares. For many families, summer is filled with busy schedules, sports practices, vacations, and...

Planning a retreat can feel overwhelming. Finding the right location, coordinating lodging, organizing meals, scheduling activities, and making sure everyone has a meaningful experience can quickly become a lot to manage. If you're searching for a Santa Cruz retreat...

“As soon as you drive onto campus, there is peace” shares Barbra, who has been attending women’s retreat for 20 years. Before the first session even began, many women felt the peace of God. The noise of everyday life started to quiet, hearts began to settle, and the...

There is something powerful about stepping away from the familiar. Church retreats create space to pause, reflect, and hear from God in a way that everyday life often doesn’t allow. “There is value in bringing our congregation to a place that's different than what...