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Renew in the Smokies
Every spring over 500 Christian adults age 50+ come to the Smoky Mountains and Johnson University’s beautiful campus to experience a week of fun, fellowship, inspiration, and southern hospitality.
Each week offers an array of on-campus activities that include humorous entertainment, in-depth Bible studies, educational workshops, uplifting worship, inspirational preaching, and delicious meals. The flexible schedule also provides ample time in the afternoons to take advantage of the numerous activities available in Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, and the surrounding area.
Watch the 2024 Renew in the Smokies!
Miss this year’s Renew in the Smokies? Watch the main sessions below and follow along with the 2024 Renew in the Smokies: bible study booklet.
2025 Renew in the Smokies
Dates:
May 26-30, 2025
June 2-6, 2025
2025 Program Highlights
Renew in the Smokies 2025 is packed full of great entertainment. Entertainment will include Tommy and John Thomas Oaks, Clyde Dorkman, and Matt Fore with preaching and study being taught by Dr. Daniel Overdorf and Dr. Tommy Smith !
Affordable Costs
$50 deposit per person required postmarked by March 15:
$345 per person-2 people sharing a room
$420 per person-1 person in room
$275 per person-RV parking
$235 per person/no lodging needed
Postmarked after March 15:
Add $25 per person to above fees.
Balance due May 10
Flexible Schedule
Monday
2:00 p.m. Registration
5:00 p.m. Supper
7:00 p.m. Evening program
Tuesday-Thursday
7:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:15 a.m. Bible study
10:00 a.m. Workshops
12:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00-6:00 p.m. Afternoon Activities
7:00 p.m. Evening program
Tuesday-Thursday Active Track
7:00 a.m. Breakfast
8:15 a.m. Bible study
Active Track Options 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
7:00 Evening program
Friday
6:45 a.m. Closing prayer circle
7:00 a.m. Continental breakfast
All the Details
We are praying and preparing for the upcoming weeks of Renew in the Smokies. We are excited for you to join us for this time of fellowship, Bible study, and fun. Please note there may be last-minute changes to the workshops/programs/activities. Check your program book when you arrive for accurate information.