Washington Adventist University Religion and Theology Students Kick Off School Year With Retreat

Story by V. Michelle Bernard

Last weekend, some 20 religion and theology students and staff from Washington Adventist University and Potomac Conference’s Sligo church—both located in Takoma Park, Md.— gathered for a spiritual retreat in Emmitsburg, Md.

Throughout the weekend, the group studied Mark 7 and enjoyed periods of silence with God. They also participated in a communion service together.

Olive Hemmings, chair of the Religion Department at the university, says the weekend set the tone for the school year, noting that those who serve in ministry need community and support, especially to maintain their spirituality and motivation in ministry.