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National Minister’s Retreat 2025- New Covenant Church
Youth NMR 2025
Make Your Election Sure
July 10 – 12 | A Transformational Weekend
Form to register for NMR 2025 – National Minister’s Retreat 2025 is our yearly retreat where we all come together as a body of Christ to renew ourselves both spiritually and physically. The registration for this year’s National Minister’s Retreat (NMR), July 10th – 13th 2025 is on — use this form to register.
What is Youth NMR?
Youth NMR is a dynamic 3-day youth gathering focused on spiritual growth, practical seminars, powerful worship, wellness, and leadership.
Hosted by NCC Lightbearers, it’s more than a retreat — it’s a movement.
Youth NMR Schedule
Thursday – July 10 | Arrival & First Session
- 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Arrival & Hotel Lodging
Check-in and settle into your accommodations
- 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Dinner
Welcome meal and fellowship
- 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Evening Program
Worship and spiritual connection
Icebreakers to get to know fellow participantsHow to Thrive from where you are Part 1
Speaker: Rev. Abiona
- 9:00 PM – Late
Late Night Mingle
Indoor Campfire, S’mores, Card/Board Games, and more
Friday – July 11 | Sessions & Seminars
- 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Gym
Morning workout session
- 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
Breakfast
Fuel for the day ahead
- 9:00 AM – 10:45 AM
Opening Prayer
MC Mrs Adejoke Areo
Worship and spiritual connectionSecond Session – How to Thrive from where you are Part 1
Rev. Abiona
- 10:45 AM – 11:00 AM
Short Break
Snacks and Refreshments
- 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Interactive Session
How to Thrive from where you are PART 2
Rev. Abiona
- 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Lunch and Personal Reflection Time
- 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Third Session
How to thrive in Relationships and Wellness
Rev. Abiona
- 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Seminars
3:00 PM – 3:35 PM – Understanding US immigration
Attorney3:40 PM – 4:15 PM – Purchase/procurement of Real Estate
Dr. (Mrs) Omolade Olaniyi, PhD4:20 PM – 4:55 PM – Investment Opportunities & International Trade
Prof. Nelson Olaniyi, PhD - 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dinner
Evening meal and fellowship
- 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Joint Program
Special gathering with all participants
- 9:45 PM – 10:30 PM
Karaoke / Worship Night
Live recording event
Bring your singing voice!
Saturday – July 12 | Youth Engagement & Outing
- 6:00 AM – 7:00 AM
Gym
Morning workout session
- Time TBD
Short In-Person Family Meeting
NCC Youth Check-In: advancing the vision
- 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Special Adventure
During NMR Downtime
Exciting outdoor activity – details to be announced!
