Sword of Gideon
Event flyer can be downloaded here.
Event Registration below.
What is it? A retreat for men and boys, equal parts exhortation and strength competition.
Exhortation: Bible study to grow and encourage Christian masculinity.
Strength Competition: Four events to test your mettle and drive you to excellence: e.g. Tire Flip, Sandbag hoist, Farmer carry, Pullup (final selection of events TBD).
When is it? Friday & Saturday, May 1 & 2, 2026
What’s the (tentative) schedule?
Friday:
6:00-7:00 pm: Registration & Refreshments
7:00-7:30 pm: Evening Prayer
7:30-8:30 pm: Orientation & Social Hour (drinks & snacks)
Saturday:
7:00-8:00 am: Breakfast & Bible Study
8:00-8:30 am: Morning Prayer
8:30-9:00 am: Warmup & practice reps
9:00 am-12 pm: Competition
12-1 pm: Feast & Awards
1-2 pm: Bible Study & Dismissal
Where is it? Hosted at Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR
What’s the cost? $20 for adults (18+), free for under-18 and non-competitors.
What if I have a question? E-mail pastor.buchs@glclr.org