Lakeside Bible Retreats – Mount Carmel Ministries

Christ-Centered Bible Retreats for Adults of All Ages · Lake Carlos, MN

Lakeside
Bible Retreats

Christ-Centered
Bible Study
Hymns & Music
Fellowship
Rest by the Lake
All Ages 18+

Christ-centered Bible retreats on the shores of Lake Carlos for adults of every age and stage — twenties to nineties — gathering for Bible study, hymns, fellowship, and rest. Open to all denominations and backgrounds. 2026 retreats are open for registration.

2026 Schedule

This Year's Retreats

Speaker To Be Announced
Coming Soon
August 10–14, 2026
Speaker Announcement Coming Soon

Musician: Patsy Baglien

Join us for a Christ-centered week of Bible study, music, fellowship, and rest on the shores of Lake Carlos — open to adults of all ages, denominations, and backgrounds, from twenties through nineties. We're in the process of selecting our 2026 speaker, and we promise they will be inspirational and excellent. Stay tuned for the announcement — and in the meantime, registration is open and you can reserve your spot today.

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Sample Schedule (based on 2025 — subject to change)
Monday
3:00 pmRegistration & Check-in (Front Desk)
5:30 pmSupper (Lodge)
7:00 pmWorship
8:30 pmCampfire
Tuesday
7:45 amMorning Prayer (Library)
8:00 amBreakfast (Lodge)
9:30 amSpeaker Teaching (Chapel)
12:00 pmLunch (Lodge)
7:00 pmEvening Worship
8:30 pmCampfire
Wednesday
7:45 amMorning Prayer (Library)
9:00 amHymn Sing & Daily Texts
10:00 amSpeaker Teaching (Chapel)
3:00 pmMuseum Outing (sign up)
7:00 pmTalent Show (Chapel)
Thursday
7:45 amMorning Prayer
9:30 amSpeaker Teaching (Chapel)
1:30 pmWatercolor Painting
3:00 pmPontoon Rides
7:00 pmEvening Worship
Friday
7:45 amMorning Prayer
9:30 amSpeaker Teaching (Chapel)
11:30 amClosing Celebration & Group Photo
12:00 pmLunch (Lodge)
Gracia Grindal
September 20–23, 2026

Speaker: Gracia Grindal·Musician: Tim Peterson

Fall Hymn Festival

Return for another beloved week of hymns with Gracia Grindal—scholar, poet, and hymn writer. You'll learn, you'll laugh, and you'll find yourself woven into a warm community of song. This fall gathering has become a cherished tradition for many regulars and newcomers alike.

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Gracia Grindal

Guest Speaker · September 2026

Gracia M. Grindal

Gracia Grindal is Professor Emeritus of Rhetoric at Luther Seminary, where she taught from 1984 to 2014. A prolific hymn writer, poet, and scholar, she has served on the hymn text committees of the Lutheran Book of Worship and several other mainline hymnals. She maintains a weekly hymn blog at hymnfortheday.com.

Full profile at Luther Seminary →
Sample Schedule (based on 2025 — subject to change)
Sunday
3:00–5:00 pmRegistration & Check-in
5:30 pmSupper (Lodge)
7:00 pmOrientation & Hymns (Chapel)
8:30 pmCampfire
Monday
8:00 amBreakfast (Lodge)
9:30 amHymns with Gracia Grindal
12:00 pmLunch (Lodge)
7:00 pmHymn Celebration (Chapel)
Tuesday
8:00 amBreakfast (Lodge)
9:00 amHymns with Gracia Grindal
11:00 amWorship with Hymns
7:00 pmHymn Celebration (Chapel)
Wednesday
8:00 amBreakfast (Lodge)
9:00 amHymns with Gracia Grindal
11:30 amClosing Celebration & Group Photo
12:00 pmLunch (Lodge)

2026 Pricing

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By June 1 — Half of total bill
At Arrival — Remaining balance

The Setting

Life on Lake Carlos

Mount Carmel sits on the serene shores of Lake Carlos in Alexandria, Minnesota — a place designed for rest, reflection, and reconnection.

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Air-Conditioned Cabins
Brand-new cabins with modern comforts, lake views, and quality bedding for a truly restful stay.
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Lake Access
Direct access to Lake Carlos for swimming, boating, and peaceful lakeside time.
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Dining
Nourishing meals served in a warm, communal atmosphere — no cooking required.
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Chapel
A dedicated space for worship, prayer, and quiet reflection throughout your stay.
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Outdoor Activities
Hiking trails, bonfires, and open recreation spaces surrounded by Minnesota nature.
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Conference Rooms
Well-equipped gathering spaces for teaching sessions and group discussion.
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Community Spaces
Common areas for fellowship, conversation, and the friendships that form at camp.
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Wi-Fi
Available for practical needs — though we hope you'll be too occupied to use it much.

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Spaces fill quickly. Secure your spot at one of this year's Bible retreats — open to adults of every age on Lake Carlos.

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