About Easter Retreat
The Easter Story has impacted lives for generations and continues to inspire our movement. It's a story about love, sacrifice, and a guy named Jesus who did some seriously mind-blowing stuff. We're talking miracles, kindness, and a journey that shook the world. Whether you’re a seasoned camper or joining us for the first time, get excited! We’re thrilled to have you along for the ride this year.
From Easter Friday through to Easter Monday, our 2025 Easter Retreat is from the 18th - 21st April at El Rancho.
Cost: $210
Registrations close on March 28th so sign up yourself and your crew!
What to bring
Things you need
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Bedding: Warm sleeping bag, pillow, extra blankets (if needed)
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Warm clothes: Puffer jacket, polypro, beanie, gloves
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Waterproofs: Rain jacket/pants, gumboots or umbrella
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Toiletries: Soap, deodorant, sunblock
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Essential medications: e.g. inhalers, allergy remedies, regular medications
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A torch: extremely handy in the dark
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Your friends: as many as you want – get them all to register now!
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A tent: or a place in one. Talk to your youth leader if this is needed
Optional items
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Spare footwear: Old shoes (sturdy footwear will be needed for some activities)
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Old clothes/swimwear: Some activities you might get messy or wet in
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Spending money: for our onsite canteen or to order merch
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Musical instruments: especially if you want to showcase your talent...
Merch available at camp
We'll have limited stock available at camp, and an option to order your exact size/colour there if we sell out.
Hoodies are $60
T-shirts are $35
Introducing our speakers...
Talofa lava! I’m Davis Tevita Sione.
Just an average husband who somehow landed the incredible Renee. An average dad to five little legends—Te Ahu, Ruby, Manase, Lopeti, and our personal wrecking ball, Uriah (aka Wreck-it Riah).
An average muso who found music as a universal language, leading me to epic people and unforgettable moments. And an average youth worker who’s seen God move in ways no human plan ever could—changing lives, families, and entire communities.
And let’s be real—I’m an average Christian. I mess up, fall short, and don’t always get it right. But the wildest thing? God still chooses to use me. He takes my averageness (yeah, making that a real word) and does the extraordinary.
This Easter, our theme is SHIFT—moving in faith. It starts small, grows bigger, and suddenly you’re stepping into something you never imagined. Sounds scary? Maybe. But trust me—when you say yes to God’s shift, you’re in for the ride of your life. So, if you’ve ever wondered if God can use someone like you—spoiler alert: He absolutely can.
See you there!
Fa’afetai lava,
Davis Sione
Davis Tevita Sione.
Bishop Anashuya Fletcher.
Anashuya (Ana) decided to wholeheartedly follow Jesus at an Easter Camp when she was 15. Since then she's spent her life following Jesus on epic adventures all over the world.
She currently serves as the Assistant Bishop of Wellington, and lives in Newtown, Wellington with her whānau. She and her husband Paul are part of Urban Vision and love helping others discover the good news that Jesus has to offer them, their communities and our world.
Lorna Gray
Hiya I'm Lorna,
A wee bit about me ... Getting older by the minute but still championing for young people every breath I take!
I'm a mum and now a nanna to 5 awesome ones, aged 4 years to 16 years old. I'm about to meet number 6 in a few months so mega- excited about that.
I travel around the motu to work with others to build up youth ministry so guys can encounter a God who loves you. Stoked to be with you guys for part of this Easter Retreat!
Finally, our headline speaker all the way from Kolkata in India
Anthony Watt.
Ants is a faithful and courageous follower of Jesus. Ants loves making new ideas happen, seeing people come alive when presented with opportunity and cold fizzy drinks (who doesn't).
Years ago Ants and Sandy had a conviction that God dwelt among the poor, inspiring their ministry, but their neighborhood in Christchurch was fairly insulated from the suffering in the world. So they shifted to Kolkata, India to build whānau with their new neighbours.
Alongside a local organisation called Joyya, they partner with their neighbours to catalase hope in their community.
If you're interested in learning more about Joyya, watch the video below. This is the kaupapa we'll be supporting together at camp, through the funds raised at our village space - everytime you buy a toastie or something from the canteen!
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