Soma Annual Retreat

Sponsor Info

Friday, February 13 — Monday, February 16

Friday, 6pm - The Little House

Saturday - Monday - Remedy Church

Early bird registration is now open until December 1, 2025!

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Worship. Renew. Connect.

The 2026 Soma Retreat is an annual event that gives participants an opportunity to make intentional time for worship, renewal, connection, and mission vision. We encourage men and women in leadership teams at existing Soma churches, church plants, and adoption cohorts to attend together to strengthen and equip in community.

2026 THEME

Surrendered and Free

Scripture reminds us that everyone is yoked to something—ambition, fear, or the approval of others—but only Christ’s yoke leads to life and rest for the soul (Matthew 11:29–30).

“Surrendered and Free” invites us to rediscover the paradox of the gospel: that true freedom comes through surrender to Christ. When we take His yoke upon us, we exchange the weight of sin, guilt, and striving for His strength, grace, and direction.

“Having been set free from sin, you became slaves of righteousness.” — Romans 6:18

For all who lead and serve within the body of Christ, this theme is a call back to the gospel that sustains our work, centers our identity in Christ, and calls us to incarnational living—embodying His presence and purpose in the world. In following Him, we find that what feels like surrender is actually the deepest form of freedom.

Venue

The Little House (Friday evening only)
6051 Honeysuckle Rd.
Midlothian, TX 76065

The Little House is an event venue - a short drive from Waxahachie. We will gather here Friday evening at 6pm for food, fun, and fellowship.

Remedy Church (Saturday - Monday sessions)

101 Sunnyside Dr.

Waxahachie, TX 75165

Our main and breakout sessions will be held here.

Sponsorship & Scholarships

The scholarship application is open. Scholarships are limited. 2026 Application

Donations for our retreat scholarship fund can be given via the registration form.

Sponsor Signup

Would You Like to Be a Sponsor?

Sponsor Info

Thank You to Our Sponsors! (TBA)

Schedule & Sessions

Schedule

  • FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13
    6:00–8:30 p.m.     Welcome reception at The Little House

    SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14
    9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.     Family Gathering 1: Coffee and fellowship, worship, Hugh Halter speaking at Remedy Church

    12:00–2:00 p.m. Lunch & break

    2:00pm-3:15 p.m. Family Gathering 2: Worship, Hugh Halter speaking

    Break - 15 minutes

    3:30–4:30pm Soma Family Meeting

    Dinner

    7:30-9:00pm Worship, Jeff Vanderstelt speaking

    9pm - Free Time/ Regional Hangouts

    SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
    9:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.     Sabbath rest time—gather with a local church and enjoy lunch with friends

    2:00–2:40pm Soma Family Meeting Part 2

    Break

    3pm Breakout Sessions

    5pm

    . Local leadership team dinners & optional social time

    MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17
    9:00 a.m.–1:30 p.m. Coffee and fellowship, worship, keynotes

    1:30–2:30 p.m. Lunch

    2:30–5:30 p.m. Regional activities (organized by regional leaders)

  • Keynote speaker will speak on Saturday, February 14 and Monday, February 16.

    • Hugh Halter—TBA

    • Jeff Vanderstelt — TBA

  • TBA

    • Soma Family Meeting and Q&A

    • Regional updates

    • Global updates

    • Soma Sending

    • Soma partners & sponsors

    • Live musical worship

  • The 2026 Soma Retreat planning team is seeking volunteers to help with setup, teardown, hospitality, and other tasks during the event. We appreciate any help you can provide. Thank you!

    Please be in prayer for the retreat, both in the planning and our time together.

    Watch this space for volunteer signup

Keynote Speaker

Hugh Halter

Registration & Travel

Registration is open

  • Registration is now open. Your early registration will get you the best registration price and will help the event team plan the details that make this retreat most fulfilling for participants. Each individual who is attending must complete the registration form to participate.

  • The participation fee is $200 per person. The fee helps cover the costs associated with the retreat. (If you are able to contribute, we appreciate any donations to help cover costs for attendees who need financial support. You may donate when you register for the retreat or by signing up for a Bronze sponsorship)

    Please don’t let cost be a barrier to attending. A limited number of scholarships are available if you need financial support. Please complete the Scholarship Application Form.

  • Retreat participants may book a room at one of the recommended hotels listed below or find other accommodations.

  • Participants are responsible for securing their transportation to and from the venue. Shuttle service is not provided.

    Flying

    The venue is approximately 22 miles from Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW), located at:

    Fort Worth Police Officers Association
    100 N Forest Park Blvd. Ste. 200
    Fort Worth, TX 76102

    We suggest reserving your flights as soon as possible to get the best times and prices.

    Driving and Parking

    There is ample parking at both meeting sites.

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