From the desk of Jeremiah Cho
If you have attended one of these events before, you know it is a special time of focusing on the Great Commission. We will share reports of what God is doing around the world, hear up-to-the-minute testimonies, and share our vision for the future. In addition, you will have the opportunity to fellowship with like-minded believers from all across the country. It will be a wonderful and memorable weekend. We hope you will set aside the time to be with us. We believe the Lord can and will use this Partners Retreat to make an eternal difference for His glory. Please make every effort to come, and let’s be praying that the Lord will use our time together to accomplish great things for His glory.
Jeremiah Cho, President
Reasons to Come to
San Antonio
- Enjoy fellowship with like-minded believers.
- Hear inspiring reports of what God is doing.
- Meet with Child Evangelism Fellowship® leaders and get your questions answered.
- Enjoy wonderful Bible teaching that will enrich your soul.
- Understand the CEF® strategy of train, equip, and support.
- Learn how you can be involved in the CEF ministry.
- Enjoy the beautiful, warm Texas weather.
Special Guests
NIAH AND ALLISHA MERRILL — GUEST MUSICIANS
Niah and Allisha Merrill are the real thing! As soon as you meet them, you will know that they love the Lord and love His people. Your heart will be stirred by their excellent
singing, and you will sense their passion for the work of CEF. Niah and Allisha represent musical excellence and genuine worship. Niah and Allisha will provide special music throughout the conference and will also lead us in times of congregational singing. Come prepared to be blessed and encouraged.
Marquis Laughlin — GUEST BIBLE SPEAKER
Marquis Laughlin is the founder of Acts of the Word Ministries, a non-profit, non-denominational ministry dedicated to transforming people’s lives through the words of the Bible. As a performance artist, theologian, and missionary to the church in America, his uniquely compelling dramatic solo Scripture presentations include 7 different books of the Bible, highlighting the epic story of God’s relationship with man; Genesis, Exodus, Ecclesiastes, Daniel, John’s Gospel, Acts of the Apostles, and Revelation. Marquis will present Daniel for us in San Antonio.
JEREMIAH CHO
Jeremiah Cho has served in CEF for 36 years. He came to Christ as a teenager after hearing an evangelist from North Korea. He has served at CEF on the local, national, regional, and global levels. He currently serves as the President of CEF. You will catch Jeremiah’s vision to reach the boys and girls of the world for Jesus.
JOHN LUCK
John grew up in a church that greatly supported CEF, but he had his first involvement when asked to serve on the State Board of Virginia. Soon John was involved locally, nationally and internationally. In 2013 he left his business in Richmond, VA to serve full-time with CEF. John greatly enjoys teaching God’s Word and serving the CEF family. John currently serves as Vice President of Global Partnership Ministry for CEF.
OUR WEEKEND SCHEDULE
Session 1—The Mission: Every Child, Every Nation, Every Day
Session 2—Gathering Around God’s Word—Part I
Session 3—Training: The Means of Accomplishing our Mission
Session 4—Equipping: Making the Most of Every Opportunity for the Mission
Session 5—Gathering Around God’s Word—Part II
Session 6—Supporting: Establishing and Gaining Momentum in the Mission
Session 7— On Mission: Going Global
Session 8—Gathering Around God’s Word—Part III
Event Information
HOTEL LOCATION
The Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk, located at 600 E Market St, San Antonio, TX 78205.
AIRPORT INFORMATION
The hotel is 15 minutes from the San Antonio International Airport (SAT). Please let us know your travel plans and we
will be happy to provide transportation from the airport. Email Ginger Hessel at [email protected] or
call (816) 529-3699. Car rentals are also available.
MEALS AND DRESS
Fabulous meals await. If you have food allergies please let us know at least two weeks in advance. You can inform us by emailing [email protected] or giving her a call at (816) 529-3699.
Dress for the event is Business Casual.
PARKING
There is self-parking available at the hotel for $45 per day.
There are a couple parking lots near the hotel with cheaper parking per day:
226 Avenue E.—3rd St. Lot; 0.5 mi. from hotel, 10 min walk. Open lot with in and out access. (can be reserved here. Please make sure that you change the reservation per your travel plans.) Price range around $38 a day.
421 W Market St.—SA001—Garage; 0.4 mi. from hotel, 10 min walk. Closed garage, 7ft. 2in. height clearance, with in and out access. (can be reserved here. Please make sure that you change the reservation per your travel plans.) Price range around $30 a day.
ARRIVAL INFORMATION
Please plan to arrive at the hotel no later than 4 p.m. on Thursday, May 30, so you have time to get checked in, settled, and be to dinner at 6pm. After checking in, please come to the CEF registration area to pick up your packet of materials and learn the location of our meetings. The hotel staff can direct you to registration.
DEPARTURE INFORMATION
The final session of the Partners Retreat is a Sunday Morning Worship Service which will end by 10:30 a.m. We suggest you not plan your flight any earlier than 1:00 p.m.
QUESTIONS
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask. You can contact our Hospitality Coordinator, Ginger Hessel, at (816) 529-3699 or email [email protected]. You may also contact John Luck at (804) 240-1433 or email [email protected].
RSVP
CEF Partners Retreat
Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk
600 E Market St
San Antonio, TX 78205
