About Retreat

A WEEKEND OF RESTORATION & RENEWAL


The Great Exchange hosted by The N.E.T. Church is a multi-generational retreat designed to strengthen marriages, encourage singles, and unite generations around God’s restoring work.

Rooted in Isaiah 61, this weekend invites men and women to step away from the distractions of everyday life and bring what feels broken, weary, or delayed—trusting God to exchange it for strength, purpose, and renewed faith.

From the moment you arrive, everything is taken care of. Your registration includes lodging, meals, teaching sessions, breakout discussions, and time to rest and connect as we gather together at a beautiful retreat location in Burkesville, Kentucky. This allows you to fully focus on what matters most—spending time with God and building meaningful relationships with others.

Whether you’re single or married, a young adult or a seasoned saint, The Great Exchange creates space to grow deeper, heal honestly, and stand stronger—together.

WHO THIS RETREAT IS FOR

✔ Men & Women
✔ Singles & Married Couples
✔ Ages 18+
✔ All life stages & generations

Coming alone? Many do. This retreat is designed to build community across generations.


WHAT TO EXPECT

Biblically grounded main sessions 

Multiple breakout sessions for singles, marriages, men, women, and generations 

Fireside chats

Prayer walks

Honest conversation & community 

Worship, prayer, and reflection 

Time to rest, connect, and recharge

Location

Salvation Army Camp Paradise Valley

Burkesville, KY

Set in the peaceful countryside of south-central Kentucky, the Salvation Army Retreat Center offers a quiet, welcoming space to step away from everyday distractions. Surrounded by natural beauty, the property provides the ideal environment for rest, reflection, meaningful conversations, and spiritual renewal.

With comfortable lodging, shared gathering spaces, and outdoor areas for walking and recreation, the retreat center supports the heart of The Great Exchange—creating room for God to restore, strengthen, and unite us across generations. The location includes a baseball field, volleyball court, tennis court, basketball court, 3.5 mile hiking trail, playground and horseshoe pits for your enjoyment during our free time. 

Location Information

  • Camp Paradise Valley
  • 1887 Salvation Army Road, Burkesville, KY, 42717 US
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Speakers

Erica Diggs (Apostolic Evangelist)

Erica Diggs is a Nashville native with over 25 years of ministry experience. She holds a degree in Spanish from Tennessee State University and previously served for ten years as a bilingual Federal Investigator with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, conducting workplace discrimination investigations nationwide.

After leaving the EEOC, Erica answered a call to ministry with the Fellowship of Christian Athletes, serving as an Area Representative in Nashville and mentoring student-athletes and coaches. Since 2022, she has served with Every Nation, focusing on campus ministry, leadership development, and equipping churches and students locally and globally.

Erica will graduate in May 2026 from Every Nation Seminary with a Master of Arts in Theology and Mission. She is married to LaJuan Diggs, and together they have three sons—Eric, Jordan, and Jonathan.

Dr. Delvin Pikes

Dr. Delvin Pikes has spent over a two decades ministering to students across dozens of campuses after encountering Christ as a college athlete at Middle Tennessee State University. That life-changing experience led to the formation of a growing campus ministry among his teammates and ultimately a call into full-time ministry.

Following graduation, Delvin served for twelve years at MTSU and surrounding high school and college campuses. From 2015–2019, he served as ENC Nashville Campus Director and Central Region Director for Every Nation Campus, overseeing outreach efforts across multiple campuses.

Delvin holds a B.S. from MTSU, an M.A. from Fuller Theological Seminary, and a Doctor of Ministry from Asbury Theological Seminary. He is married to his wife, Ginessa, and together they are raising eight children. His doctoral work, Every Campus: Best Practices for Starting New Campus Ministries, was published in 2020.

Pastor Dennis Shillingburg

Dennis Shillingburg has served as a pastor and ministry leader for more than 30 years, with a lifelong passion for teaching Scripture, developing leaders, and living out the gospel through action. A follower of Jesus for over 40 years, Dennis brings a deeply grounded faith shaped

by pastoral service, cross-cultural ministry, and everyday discipleship.

He has led more than 70 mission teams to Central America, Mexico, and Kenya, equipping individuals and churches to serve with humility, cultural awareness, and long-term impact. In addition, Dennis has guided teaching and study tours in Israel and Egypt, helping believers connect biblical truth to historical and geographical context.

Dennis holds a Bachelor’s degree in Theology and Counseling and integrates biblical wisdom with practical care for people’s emotional and spiritual well-being. He is also a professional photographer and musician. Married for 38 years, Dennis is a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He currently serves as Facilities Director for the School of Medicine Basic Sciences at Vanderbilt University, leading with integrity, stewardship, and a servant-leader mindset.

Christina Meadows

Christina is a survivor turned advocate who has spent six years fighting against human trafficking and supporting survivors through trauma-informed care, leadership, and compassionate outreach. Her ministry is deeply personal—shaped by her own journey through exploitation and addiction, and transformed through the redemptive power of Christ.

Today, Christina serves as a leader within the Nashville Anti-Human Trafficking Coalition, where she helps lead initiatives, provide training, and support teams working directly with survivors. Her work combines professional training in trauma-informed care with a strong biblical foundation, creating safe spaces where healing, restoration, and hope can begin.

As a sought-after speaker, Christina shares her testimony of resilience, faith, and redemption to remind others that freedom is possible. Her passion for outreach and advocacy inspires individuals and communities to stand against exploitation and to believe that God can turn pain into purpose.

Breakout Sessions at The Great Exchange

One of the most meaningful parts of The Great Exchange is our breakout sessions—intentionally designed spaces where participants can engage honestly, ask questions, and grow alongside others in similar seasons of life.

These sessions are led by trusted couples and leaders who bring real experience, biblical wisdom, and compassion. Whether you are single or married, young adult or seasoned believer, each breakout offers practical insight and encouragement rooted in God’s promise to exchange ashes for beauty and rebuild lives into oaks of righteousness (Isaiah 61:1–3).

What Makes Our Breakouts Different

Designed for real life, not theory

Biblically grounded and pastorally led

Interactive, discussion-based, and welcoming

Inclusive of multiple generations and life stages


 Breakout Themes You’ll Experience


Strengthening Marriages

Sessions focused on building enduring, healthy marriages—addressing forgiveness, endurance, communication, and navigating seasons of hardship with faith and integrity.

Encouraging Singles

Breakouts designed to support singles in every season—offering wisdom for dating, waiting, and growing in wholeness while trusting God’s timing.

Men & Women’s Growth

Gender-specific sessions that speak to identity, pressure, resilience, and spiritual formation—creating space for honest conversation and practical growth.

When Life Is Delayed or Difficult

Sessions that explore endurance, unmet expectations, temptation, and faithfulness when life doesn’t unfold as planned—offering hope and biblical perspective for both singles and couples.

Still in the Game

A special breakout designed to encourage adults 60+ to recognize their ongoing value, calling, and role in mentoring, prayer, and community building—helping unite generations rather than separate them.

A Space to Grow Together

Breakout sessions are not lectures—they are conversations. Each session creates room for reflection, dialogue, prayer, and practical application, allowing participants to leave not only inspired, but equipped.

Whether you come needing restoration, direction, or simply a deeper connection to God and others, the breakout sessions at The Great Exchange are designed to meet you right where you are—and help you walk forward strengthened.

Breakout Session Leaders

Pastor Will and Samon Smith

Allen Schierbaum

Nick and Jasmin Foreman

Itinerary

Friday

To be announced

Saturday

To be announced

Sunday

To be announced

FAQs


Can I attend alone?

Yes! Many participants come on their own. This retreat is designed to foster community and connection across generations.

What should I bring?

Comfortable clothing, Bible, notebook, toiletries, and an open heart. A full packing list will be sent after registration.

Is transportation provided?

Transportation is not provided. Participants are responsible for their own travel to Burkesville, KY.

Is this retreat faith-based?

Yes. All sessions are rooted in Scripture, specifically Isaiah 61:1–3, and centered on spiritual renewal and growth.


Will there be meal options for special diets (vegetarian, etc.)?

Yes! We want everyone to feel comfortable and cared for during the retreat. If you have dietary restrictions or preferences, or food allergies—please let us know during the registration process. We will collect dietary needs during registration and work with the retreat center to ensure meal options are available for those with special diets. 

Note: While we will do our best to accommodate dietary requests, we cannot guarantee every request can be met in full, especially for severe allergies. If you have a serious food allergy, please include that information clearly during registration.

Register

  • If you have a person that you would like to room with please let us know so that we can put you together. Otherwise, we will room you with a same sex retreat attendee. Only spouses can share room with opposite sex.

    2 nights lodging (shared room) with 2 beds. All rooms have a private bath.

    All meals (2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners)

    Main sessions & breakout sessions

    Recreation & free time

    Retreat community experience

  • This is a cabin with 16 beds for same sex attendees. Each side has it's own bathroom which includes, showers, toilets and sinks.

    2 nights lodging

    All meals (2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners)

    Main sessions & breakout sessions

    Recreation & free time

    Retreat community experience

  • There are a limited number of single rooms for an extra cost.

    2 nights lodging

    All meals (2 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 2 Dinners)

    Main sessions & breakout sessions

    Recreation & free time

    Retreat community experience

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Registration & Payment

All registrations must be completed online. Full payment per participant is required at the time of registration (unless paying deposit) to reserve your spot. Registration is confirmed once full payment is received.

2. Cancellation & Refund Policy

Because lodging, meals, and facilities are reserved in advance, registrations are non-refundable after March 15th, 2026.

Registrations may be transferred to another individual with prior notice.

If the event is canceled by the hosts, all registration fees will be refunded.

3. Lodging & Room Assignments

Room assignments are based on the information provided during registration.

Singles will be housed with the same gender.

Students will be housed in cabin rooms beds with the same gender. Each cabin has 36 beds.

Married couples will share a private room.

Single-occupancy rooms are limited and available for an additional fee.

Final room assignments are made at the discretion of the retreat team.

4. Code of Conduct

All participants are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful, Christ-honoring manner. No alcohol, drug, vapes or narcotics are allowed on the premises. The retreat hosts reserve the right to address behavior that is disruptive, unsafe, or inappropriate. No refunds will be issued for dismissal due to conduct.

5. Health & Medical Disclaimer

Participants are responsible for their own health and medical needs during the retreat. There will be a first aid kit on site as well as a camp nurse.

Please disclose any dietary restrictions or medical concerns during registration.

The retreat team is not responsible for administering medications or providing medical care.

In case of emergency, local medical services will be contacted.

6. Assumption of Risk & Liability

By registering, participants acknowledge that they are voluntarily participating in retreat activities, including recreation and group events, and assume all associated risks.

The retreat hosts, organizers, and venue are not liable for injury, loss, or damage to personal property during the retreat.

7. Photography & Media Release

By attending The Great Exchange Retreat, participants grant permission for photos and videos taken during the event to be used for promotional and informational purposes, including websites and social media, unless otherwise requested in writing.

8. Age Requirement

This retreat is open to participants ages 18 and older only.

11. Questions & Contact

For questions regarding registration or accommodations, please contact:
[email protected]

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