Appalachian Advent 2026!
Join us for Appalachian Advent 2026!
December 7-10
This retreat is a time for rest, renewal and remembering the joy of this sacred season. Enjoy keynotes from author & pastor Josh Scott.
Josh’s latest book “Advent Can Still Change the World: Bringing Christmas Past into Christmas Present” focuses on the stories surrounding the birth of Jesus.
Afternoons will be free to explore the area or rest.
Evenings will be spent in rocking chairs by the fire.
This event is anchored by three churches:
FCC Bowling Green, KY, Erlanger Christian Church (Northern Kentucky),
and FCC Chattanooga, TN.
But you do not need to be a member of these churches to attend!
We would love for you to join us for a few days
of learning and laughter at Christmount!
Monday
7:30pm: Wine & Cheese Social (Bear's Den)
Tuesday:
8:30- Breakfast
10- Opening Discussion
10:45- Keynote
11:30- Break
12- Lunch
Afternoon Free to explore Asheville & Black Mountain
5:45- Dinner on your own!
7:30- Fireside Music
Wednesday:
8:30- Breakfast
10- Opening Discussion
10:45- Keynote
11:30- Break
12- Lunch
Afternoon Free to explore Asheville & Black Mountain
5:15- Closing Communion Service
5:45- Dinner BBQ & Bluegrass @Christmount
7:30- Fireside Social
Thursday:
8am Breakfast & Departure
Registration and Pricing
Single Occupancy -- $400 / person
Double Occupancy -- $600 / room ($300 / person)
New Lancaster Cabin -- $800 / cabin ($200 / person)
Come to Christmount and enjoy the
sights, sounds, and scenery of the season!
Free Time Activity Options:
- Candlelight Christmas Evenings at the Biltmore Estate
- Gingerbread House Competition at the Grove Park Inn
- Winter Lights at the NC Arboretum
- Holiday Shopping in Downtown Asheville
- Winter Hikes in and around the area
- Take a ride on the Asheville Trolley Tours
- Enjoy local cuisine at numerous restaurants
- Check out the Asheville Pinball Museum
- Check out Asheville's River Arts District
- Brewery Tours - New Belgium, Sierra Nevada, and many more
- Shop and Dine in Downtown Black Mountain
- Enjoy a glass of wine from one of over a dozen local wineries
- Visit the St. Lawrence Catholic Basilica (built by Rafael Guastavino)
- Take a ride on the Polar Express (Bryson City, NC)
