BGR 2024
The Lord, My Rock
2024 Black Granite Retreat | FREE EVENT
Aug 30-Sept 2, 2024
Come join people from around the world in prayer, worship and fellowship at this unique event. Speakers, campfires, activities, small groups and chuckwagon meals are only part of what you will experience at this Holy Spirit filled event. Held in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, the Black Granite Retreat is free and open to all followers of Jesus or those who would like to learn more about Him.
If you are a follower of Jesus or want to learn more about Jesus, this is the place for you. People from numerous states and multiple congregations will be in attendance. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with other members of the Body of Christ.
Register Today!
Please register for this year’s retreat:
This is a free event, but we ask that you please register so we know how many guest to prepare for.
The Lord, My Rock
Event Schedule
Wed. August 28- Fri. August 30
The BGR campsite and facilities will be open for attendees to set up their camp and enjoy informal fellowship around the campfires.
Friday, August 30
4:30 pm – Welcome and Prayer
5:00 pm – Chuckwagon Dinner and Potluck
5:30 pm – Worship
6:00 pm – Message, “Taking Refuge through Intimacy with Him”: Guest Speaker from Hot Springs, SD – Dustin Luper (See This Year’s Speakers)
6:30 pm – Campfire Ministry
Saturday, August 31
7:30 am – Chuck Wagon Breakfast
8:00am – Men’s, Women’s and Teen’s Campfire Prayer Circles
9:30 am – Opening Ceremony at Flagpole
11:00 am – Small Groups/Youth Nature Hike (group topics)
12:30 pm – Break (Chuckwagon lunch available)
1:30 pm – Small Groups/Youth Nature Hike
3:00 pm – Fellowship, Tomahawk, Archery, Rock Painting, Emergency Preparedness
4:30 pm – Welcome and Prayer
5:00 pm – Chuckwagon Dinner and Potluck
5:30 pm – Worship
6:00 pm – Youth Led Worship/Message: BGR Leader from Hot Springs, SD – Elle Lovett
6:30 pm – Campfire Ministry
Sunday, Sept. 1st
7:30 am – Chuck Wagon Breakfast
8:00 am – Men’s, Women’s and Teens Morning Prayer Circles
9:30 am – Worship
10:00 am – Communion and Message, “Horn of Salvation… PLUS”: BGR Founders from Custer, SD – Pat and Ginger Baumann (see speaker info)
11:00 am – Break
11:30 am – Baptism Ceremony
12:30 pm – Break (Chuckwagon lunch available)
1:30 pm – Baptism Ceremony
3:00 pm – Fellowship, Tomahawk, Archery, Rock Painting, Emergency Preparedness
4:30 pm – Welcome and Prayer
5:00 pm – Chuckwagon Dinner and Potluck
5:30 pm – Worship
6:00 pm – Message, “My Fortress of Freedom”: Guest Speaker from Singapore – Reverend Elijah Leong (See Speaker Info)
6:30 pm – Campfire Ministry
Monday, Sept. 2th
7:30 am – Chuck Wagon Breakfast
8:00 am – Men’s, Women’s and Teen’s Campfire Prayer Circles
9:30 am – Carry On Ceremony/Speaker Medley
11:00 am – Farewell.
Mon. September 2- Wed. September 4
The BGR campsite and facilities will be open for attendees to set up their camp and enjoy informal fellowship around the campfires.
Small Group Topics:
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Jonathan and Dori Lovett from Hot Springs, SD – “Topic to be announced”
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Justin and Jackie Dighans from Miles City, MT – “Topic to be announced”
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Elle Lovett from Hot Springs, SD – “Young Adult Topic to be announced”
Nature Hikes
Anthony and Traci Miles from Dayton, WY – Youth Nature Hikes
Toddler Care (3 years and Under)
Provided by Emma Miles during small groups and speaker events.
Register Today!
Please register for this year’s retreat:
This is a free event, but we ask that you please register so we know how many guest to prepare for.
This Year's Speakers:
Dustin Luper
Dustin’s spiritual journey is one of change and of abundant blessings. His youth was spent in an urban setting and his passion was skate boarding. As seasons changed in his life, he found himself on a ranch managing cattle, riding horses and fixing fence.
Now, along with his wife Lindsey, they raise three amazing sons who assist with ranch chores and ministry. Dustin teaches agriculture classes and coaches a collegiate rodeo team. Wherever he goes, he incorporates Biblical values into what he does and what he teaches. Many lives have been changed, and souls saved, due to Dustin following the Lord’s lead.
Message: “Taking Refuge through Intimacy”
How can I find God’s purpose for my life? God wants one thing… a relationship with YOU! Dustin ministers on the power of the written Word, prayer and our connection with God.
Patrick Baumann
While attending a Dough Stanton Ministries revival, Pat and his wife Ginger were baptized in the Holy Spirit. At that instant, their lives, goals and priorities changed forever. Since 2008, teaching, preaching and serving the Lord became their passion. Pat studied two years at Vineyard Institute and is now a licensed Pastor.
“We are honored to serve as God’s hands and His mouthpiece. Our prayer is that people see Him through us and that we always follow His lead.”
Message: “Horn of Salvation… PLUS”
Is God’s salvation message the only message we stand upon? Pat looks at salvation and other messages contained in the Bible. As His disciples in today’s world, we must use ALL of His truth.
Reverend Elijah Leong
Reverend Elijah presently pastors a house church in Singapore (Jesus’ Disciples Baptist Community Church). In 2010, the Lord enabled him and his wife, Mabel Snow Jade, to start an orphanage in Hyderabad, India, as well as a church-planting ministry there. By God’s grace, they hope to start many more orphanages and house churches throughout India and many parts of the world before the Lord Jesus returns.
Reverend Elijah gives glory and praises to his beloved Savior Jesus Christ, who has done for him far abundantly beyond all he could ask or think, as declared in Ephesians 3:20.
Message: “My Fortress of Freedom”
How can I find freedom and pass it along to others? Freedom comes in many forms. God wants us to be free spiritually, mentally, emotionally and physically. Elijah shares part of his testimony and inspires us to take action.
Activities:
Tomahawk Throwing:
That’s right, try your hand at the ancient art of axe throwing with a tomahawk.
Hiking:
There are many hikes to choose from in Custer State park and the surrounding areas.
Bicycling:
Ride bikes on the Mikelson Trail. Bike rentals available in Hill City.
Bible Journaling
Learn fun techniques to bible journaling to make your reading run and engaging.
Camp Fires
Hangout and fellowship around one of the many fire rings.
Bicycling:
Ride bikes on the Mikelson Trail. Bike rentals available in Hill City.
A Special Thankyou to Rushmore Thunder!
Our local Christian Motorcycle Association for donating their time to serve BGR and for providing parking assistance during the retreat!
To learn more about them and there organization click above
Accomodation:
Country Livin’
• Bring your Tent or RV and camp on site in the valley (No Fee)
• Toilets Provided
• Hot Showers available nearby
or City Style
• Many motels available in Custer (only
9 miles away!) and Hill City.
PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN CHAIRS
Animal Policy
Dog Policy
You are welcome to bring well mannered companions that are comfortable staying on a leash.
If your companion enjoys prolonged barking sessions, surprise visits to other camps or just running free, this retreat isn’t a good fit for them.
Horse and Livestock Policy
Grazing on our property is leased to others. Horses and livestock must remain off site.
Find Us…
Drive 3 miles north of Custer on Highway 385 then turn west on Medicine Mountain Road
After 0.7 miles, stay right on Medicine Mountain Road
After 3.0 miles, turn left on Saginaw Road
After 0.6 miles, turn right on Black Granite Road
After 1.2 miles, turn left into 11703 Black Granite Road
Register Today!
Please register for this year’s retreat:
This is a free event, but we ask that you please register so we know how many guest to prepare for.