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What to Expect

Duration: 3 Days, 2 Nights
Location: Sullivant Retreat Center

Cost: $125

Purpose: Sower is designed to help students establish a solid foundation for their time at The University of Oklahoma. It’s a time to help you find your people, find your place and find your purpose before you step foot on campus. 

Worship at The Sower Retreat

Worship & Teaching Sessions

Throughout the retreat, students will attend multiple main sessions, with teaching from local ministers, focused on how the gospel should shape their college careers and the rest of their lives. 

Family Group  at The Sower Retreat

Family Groups

Students will be placed into "Family Groups" led by upperclassmen where they’ll get to know other students in a smaller, more intimate setting. These groups provide the opportunity to build relationships and dive deeper into what it looks like to walk with Christ in college.

Ministry Fair at The Sower Retreat

Ministry Fair

The Ministry Fair is a unique opportunity for students to connect with local churches and ministries in the Norman area. They’ll have the chance to meet ministry leaders, ask questions, and explore different ways they can plug into the local Christian community during their time at The University of Oklahoma.

Free Time at The Sower Retreat

Free Time

Between the sessions and activities, students will have some space for downtime to meet new people and relax.​

Fun at The Sower Retreat

Other Fun Activities 

There will be options to play sports, participate in group competitions, join tournaments and more, to help you meet and connect with more people. 

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Theme Party at The Sower Retreat

Theme Party

On the second night of the retreat we love to host the student's first college party! 

Sample Schedule

Subject to Change

Day 1

Afternoon Check-in and Welcome

Meet other freshmen & your Family Group!

Dinner - With Family Groups

Main Session 1

Night Free Time​

Day 2

Breakfast

Main Session 2

Ministry Fair

Lunch

Free Time and Games!

Main Session 3

Dinner

Main Session 4

Theme Night Party!

Day 3

Breakfast

Main Session 5

Pictures and Goodbyes!

Why Attend The Sower Retreat?

The Sower Retreat is the perfect way to kick off your college experience at The University of Oklahoma. Our hope is that students leave the retreat rooted in Christ, strengthened through Christ-centered community, and ready to bear fruit for Christ's name on campus. â€‹

Give

Donations to The Sower Retreat help make the retreat accessible to all freshmen!

Connect

If you have questions you
can reach out to
sower.director@oakscolab.com

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Other Retreats

We are a part of a network of retreats across the US. Check out the other campuses that are available! 

The Sower Retreat is a ministry of The Oaks Collaborative. Contributions are solicited with the understanding that The Oaks Collaborative has complete discretion and control over the use of all donated funds. The Oaks Collaborative and any program of The Oaks Collaborative is not endorsed by, directly affiliated with, or in any way officially connected with any institution of higher education, including universities or colleges, or with any other company or non-profit organization.
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