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IN THIS ISSUE ON THE COVER The Lake Junaluska Walking Trail is DISCOVER LAKE JUNALUSKA the perfect place to connect. Wind around the trail A PLACE TO CONNECT to pass incredible This issue of Discover Magazine focuses on how Lake Junaluska connects people mountain vistas, — to each other, to their families, to nature, to God and to themselves. We invite waterfowl, shaded gazebos and sunny you to come connect at Lake Junaluska in 2019. benches.

4 Welcome

IMPROVEMENTS 5 Transformed 10 new and improved spaces around Lake Junaluska

8 Retreats Take a breather and experience renewal at the renovated Lambuth Inn

GOLF 9 100 Years of Tee Time Golf course celebrates centennial 12 LAMBUTH INN YOUTH RENOVATIONS 10 “A Whole Lot of God Happens Here” Youth groups experience DONOR PROFILE CALENDAR “life-changing” retreats at 17 One-Love 26 2019 Events Lake Junaluska Lake Junaluska Associates council A look at the year ahead member shares passion for tennis LODGING 34 Special Events 12 “Our Stately Lady” GROUP FEATURE & Packages Unveiling the renovations 18 Connecting at Great escapes at to Lambuth Inn Conferences incredible prices Get to know Lake Junaluska’s group 16 Lodging Options event options 35 Remembered See the variety of places to stay at International connections Lake Junaluska to fit any budget PHOTO ESSAY through the years 20 A Spark of Connection Coming together on holy ground

VISIT LAKE JUNALUSKA

Lake Junaluska is a conference and retreat center in the mountains of Western North Carolina. Lake Junaluska first opened its doors in 1913 to serve The United Methodist Church. We welcome corporate and nonprofit groups, families, weddings, reunions, leisure guests and church groups of all denominations. We also host concerts and ministry events throughout the year. To plan your Lake Junaluska getaway, visit lakejunaluska.com.

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EDITORIAL

Editor MARY BATES Assistant Editor LIZ BOYD Graphic Designer SUSANNAH BRINKLEY

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Mary Bates, Liz Boyd, Allison Melrose

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS Mary Bates, Liz Boyd, Derek DiLuzio, Ashley Evans, Harrison Hawkins, Hannah Furgiuele, Steven McBride, Woody White, Steve Yocom and Blue Bend Photography

HAVE AN IDEA FOR DISCOVER MAGAZINE? We welcome story contributions and feedback. Contact the editor at [email protected]. DISCOVER LAKE The mission of Lake Junaluska is to be a place of JUNALUSKA Christian hospitality where lives are transformed through renewal of soul, mind and body. ake Junaluska is a place where people connect. It’s a place where thousands Lake Junaluska continues to celebrate its partnership with gather in Stuart Auditorium to join The United Methodist Church. together in worship. It’s a place where L MAILING ADDRESS: PHYSICAL ADDRESS: families create new traditions and celebrate old ones. It’s a place where youth come to under- PO Box 67 91 N. Lakeshore Dr. stand that Jesus loves them for the first time. Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 Lake Junaluska, NC 28745 It’s a place where, even when you’ve seen a vista PHONE 800-222-4930 hundreds of times, the beauty of the mountains still has a way of speaking to you. FOLLOW US: This issue ofDiscover Magazine focuses on the Link lakejunaluska.com Pinterest @lakejunaluska ways that people connect at Lake Junaluska — to each other, to their families, to nature, to Twitter @lake_junaluska @lakejunaluska God and to themselves. Throughout the pub- Instagram @lakejunaluska lication you’ll see examples of people connect- Facebook facebook.com/lakejunaluska ing, as well as news about our improvements and updates. Email [email protected] Sponsored in part by the Haywood County Tourism Whether you attend an event, take a personal Development Authority. Plan your trip at visitncsmokies.com. retreat, vacation with your family or do business at a conference, we invite you to come to Lake Junaluska this year and connect. • © 2019 Lake Junaluska 4 DISCOVER MAGAZINE · 2019 This publication is printed on sustainably sourced paper. » Improvements TRANSFORMED Lake Junaluska’s commitment to transformation manifested in 2018 with more than $5 million invested in facility upgrades.

The Tuscola High School drumline led a procession across the restored bridge over the dam during a bridge-opening celebration in October. Below: The executive team and community leaders cut the ribbon at the Lambuth Inn grand opening.

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BRIDGE OVER THE DAM LAMBUTH INN RENOVATION 1 Lake Junaluska has restored one of its most iconic 2 Lake Junaluska’s historic Lambuth Inn received structures, the bridge over the dam. A combination of a $3.2-million interior renovation in May 2018. The charitable giving and service charges from property renovations included updates to more than 100 sleeping owners at Lake Junaluska paid for the project, which was rooms, the dining room, the lobby and all meeting rooms. originally estimated at $1.2 million, but came in under Lake Junaluska ensured the historic feel of the inn would be $850,000. The bridge closed to vehicular traffic in 2016 preserved by taking inspiration from the 1920s architecture due to deterioration of the bridge’s steel support beams. of the building. See more about the renovations on page 12. It reopened to vehicular traffic in fall 2018. Renewal of the bridge maintains the full loop of the walking trail, makes it possible to drive all the way around the lake once again and restores one of Lake Junaluska’s most historic landmarks. Most importantly, it will preserve these experiences for future generations. MEDITATION AND FISHING PIER 3 Lake Junaluska constructed a new meditation and fishing pier that extends over 40 feet into the water. The pier, located along the Lake Junaluska Walking Trail on the south end of the Memorial Chapel parking lot, provides a place for meditation and reflection with incredible lake views.

Erle and Mary Peacock, former summer residents of Lake Junaluska, inspired the funding of the project. The Peacock family has a history with the lake that spans back to its creation.

After Erle’s and Mary’s deaths, their family decided to commemorate the couple’s love for Lake Junaluska — and Erle’s passion for fishing — by building a new pier for meditation, fishing and viewing the vistas of the lake and mountains.

BOAT PIER 4 In the spring of 2018, renovations to the pier behind the Harrell Center began. Forty wooden planks taken from the bridge over the Lake Junaluska dam were recycled and used in the rebuild. Reconstruction of the pier, which was over 35 years old, took place during the biannual lake drawdown for silt removal.

The pier is the docking place for the Cherokee IV, Lake Junaluska’s pontoon boat. Historic tours take place on the boat every evening during the summer.

LABYRINTH 5 The outdoor labyrinth at Lake Junaluska has long been a place where people go to seek spiritual renewal. Recent renovations improved the appearance and functionality of the labyrinth and ensured that it will endure for generations to come.

The Lake Junaluska labyrinth was originally built in 2001 to create a sacred space for spiritual transformation.

Over time, the dirt path began to deteriorate. The original design of the labyrinth remains the same, now set with specially cut Tennessee flagstone over a sturdy base of crushed stone and concrete. The path is level with the grass. The refurbishment was completely funded through the generous gifts of multiple donors.

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WALKING TRAIL 7 Lake Junaluska improved several sections of the walking trail in 2018. Some work focused on fixing irregularities of the surface, including cracks, dips and potholes. Other work made improvements to the Francis Asbury Trail, one of the oldest parts of the Lake Junaluska Walking Trail. Mulch on both sides of the trail helped with erosion control; beautification took place in the removal of small, invasive species of plants, trees and shrubbery. Five dead and dying pine trees were also removed along the trail. All projects were fully funded through charitable giving, with the aim of beautifying and improving the 3.8-mile trail.

A guest relaxes on the new meditation POOL and fishing pier at Lake Junaluska. 8 The Lake Junaluska pool underwent a renovation and replastering before the start of summer 2018. The renovations to the pool improved the recreation experience for the community members and guests who swim in it each summer. The pool is open Memorial Day through Labor Day to all lodging guests. Day passes and season passes are also available. To learn more, visit lakejunaluska.com/pool.

NANCI WELDON MEMORIAL GYM 9 Lake Junaluska renovated the bathrooms of the Nanci Weldon Memorial Gym in 2018. The renovation was made possible through charitable giving. The gym was first constructed in 1965 to honor the memory REVITALIZATION OF YOUTH AND YOUNG of beloved resident Nanci Weldon, who died at the 6 ADULT FACILITIES age of 24. The gym hosts events throughout the year, Lake Junaluska is investing more than $400,000 in the including movie nights and other community activities revitalization of youth ministries. Part of the efforts during the summer. include updates to the two lodging buildings most often used by youth — Mountainview and the Lake Junaluska GOLF COURSE Apartments. Initial improvements in 2018 included all-new 10 Several improvements were made to the golf beds, mattresses, bedding and lamps in the buildings, as course in 2018, including an aeration of the greens well as fresh paint. The renovations were made possible and fairways, new sand, and pruning and trimming because of charitable gifts. Thousands of youth participate in of vegetation. A large portion of the work was made programming at Lake Junaluska each year. See page 10 for possible because of charitable giving. See more about more about the revitalization of youth ministry. the golf course on page 9. •

lakejunaluska.com 7 Get Away to Connect TAKE A BREATHER AND EXPERIENCE RENEWAL AT THE UPGRADED LAMBUTH INN

MARRIAGE ENRICHMENT RETREATS March 10–12; August 18–20; September 29 – October 1

These three-day retreats teach couples how to forge stronger relationships through meaningful conversation. Retreat leader Ned Martin (M.Div., M.A., LPC) will use emotionally- focused therapy and a faith-based approach to explain the psychology of successful relationships and guide couples through a series of conversations to help them connect.

Register at lakejunaluska.com/marriage or 800-222-4930. GUIDED PERSONAL RETREATS January 14–16; March 18–20; July 22–24; September 16–18; October 21–23

Experienced spiritual directors and clergy will guide you through a group centering session, evening prayer service and individual spiritual direction session, while leaving you ample time for personal reflection and renewal. The lodging package includes a booklet with optional agendas, as well as resources and ideas for structuring your retreat.

Register at lakejunaluska.com/retreats or 800-222-4930. SELF-DIRECTED PERSONAL RETREATS Offered Sundays–Thursdays throughout 2019, as space is available.

Plan your own retreat at Lake Junaluska. Spend time walking the trails, meditating in the gardens, in private devotions, journaling, reflecting and more. The lodging package includes a booklet with optional agendas, as well as resources and ideas for structuring your retreat.

8 DISCOVER MAGAZINE · 2019 The Lake Junaluska Golf Course is open to the public year-round.

100 YEARS OF TEE TIME LOOKING BACK AT THE IMPACT OF THE LAKE JUNALUSKA GOLF COURSE AS IT CELEBRATES ITS CENTENNIAL IN 2019

he year was 1919. A “Lake Junaluska 12-year-old from Dalton, became a place CELEBRATE THE Georgia, arrived by train, where all of us CENTENNIAL OF THE crossed the lake by boat developed mem- LAKE JUNALUSKA and walked across what ories as a family.” GOLF COURSE Twould eventually become U.S. High- way 19 to spend his summer at the Over 70 years lat- APRIL 24: Centennial Kickoff Golf Lake Junaluska Golf Course. er, another 12- Tournament year-old came to MAY 8: Centennial Women’s Golf William Oliver collected fees in the the Lake Junaluska Day clubhouse back when the course was Golf Course to WILLIAM MAY 27: Memorial Day Golf just nine holes (it wasn’t until 1993 practice a swing OLIVER Tournament that it was enlarged to 18). of his own. JUNE 29: Individual Par 3 Tournament While working at the course, Oliver Charlie Carswell started playing golf in JULY 4: Independence Day had time to perfect his swing. the 1990s with his dad, and he quickly fell Closest-to-the-Pin Contest in love with the sport. His passion inspired JULY 24: Actual birthday of the This led him to become captain of the a life-long love and a career in golf. Lake Junaluska Golf Course! Play golf team at the University of Georgia golf for cart fee only. and win several golf championships. After graduating with a Bachelor of Sci- SEPTEMBER 2: Labor Day Golf ence in Professional Golf Management Tournament It also established a meaningful love and working at various courses over OCTOBER 5: Centennial for Lake Junaluska that was instilled in the past 13 years, Carswell returned Wrap-Up Golf Tournament his son, retired United Methodist min- to the Lake Junaluska Golf Course in ister Billy Oliver, who later purchased 2018 as the pro-shop manager. Learn more about the Lake a home at the lake. Junaluska Golf Course and “Returning to work here is special,” the centennial celebrations at “He [Dad] would share his memories Carswell said. “It’s where I grew up, lakejunaluska.com/golf. with me when I came here,” Billy Oli- where I grew up playing. It’s come ver said. full circle.” •

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YOUTH MINISTRY FLOURISHES WITH NEW CHANGES

hen E-Dee Tay- Every time we come, it has been spiritu- faith of another youth, and they talk- lor describes her ally impactful for the kids. That’s why we ed to others in the group who were group’s experience come back year after year.” moved to tears by the transformation at Lake Junaluska they experienced during their time at Summer Youth At the most recent youth event the Lake Junaluska. Events,W she uses words like “spiritually group attended, Taylor wasn’t expect- impactful,” “real” and “life-changing.” ing to do a baptism. “A whole lot of God happens here, and it’s awesome,” Taylor said. “If you want them to have a real rela- One of her youth was so moved by her tionship with Christ, want them to experience at Lake Junaluska that she Lake Junaluska recognizes the impact experience real mission and have a real approached Taylor and the senior pas- that its youth ministry has on the peo- good time, it’s for you,” said Taylor, the tor and requested it. ple who come and the potential it has to youth director at Mountain View Unit- reach even more. With the help of gen- ed Methodist Church in Forest, Virgin- And so they baptized her, right there erous donors, Lake Junaluska is working ia. “There’s something about this place. in the lake. They also reaffirmed the to revitalize its youth ministry.

The Mountain View UMC youth group said the walk to the Cross served as the capstone of their experience during Summer Youth Events.

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In 2018, Lake Junaluska received more than $400,000 toward the revitalization Small groups, called “family of youth ministry. Work has already groups,” meet throughout begun to renovate the buildings youth Summer Youth Events. most often use: Mountainview and the Lake Junaluska Apartments.

Other revitalization efforts include hiring excellent staff who are discern- ing their ministerial callings, connecting youth with mission projects, introducing new speakers and bands, adding greater theological depth to Bible studies, and adding workshops that allow youth to explore spiritual practices through song, visual and dra- matic art, physical activity, prayer, service, Methodist history and more.

“Through our revitalization efforts, we’re seeking to become even more effective in the ways we nurture young people in their Christian faith,” said the Rev. Mitzi Johnson, director of programming at Lake Junaluska.

“We are working to strengthen their relationships with God, their adult mentors and one another, and to 2019 SUMMER 2020 WINTER provide them the time and space to develop confidence in navigating an YOUTH EVENTS YOUTH RETREATS increasingly complex world.” • JUNE 15–19 DECEMBER 29, 2019 – Andy Lambert with Jimmy Atkins JANUARY 1, 2020 To learn more about the New Year’s Weekend revitalization of youth ministry or JUNE 20–23 to contribute to the efforts, visit Juan Huertas JANUARY 17–20, 2020 lakejunaluska.com/revitalizeyouth. with Abbye West Pates Martin Luther King, Jr. Weekend

JUNE 23–27 JANUARY 24–26, 2020 Stephanie Caro “Every time we with Abbye West Pates JANUARY 31 – FEBRUARY 2, 2020

come, it has been JUNE 27–30 FEBRUARY 7–9, 2020 Janjay Innis with Zachariah Suggs spiritually impactful FEBRUARY 14–17, 2020 JUNE 30 – JULY 3 Presidents Day Weekend for the kids” Jeremy Steele with Zachariah Suggs Learn more at — E-Dee Taylor, youth JULY 10–14 lakejunaluska.com/winteryouth. director at Mountain View Kevin Wright with Jimmy Atkins United Methodist Church Learn more at in Forest, Virginia lakejunaluska.com/summeryouth.

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12 DISCOVER MAGAZINE · 2019 » Lodging

ambuth Inn has been renovated to match the quality of some The team drew inspiration from the gar- called Lake Junaluska’s of the nicer hotels in the Asheville area dens surrounding the hotel and from “stately lady,” and it’s not and for a much lower price for the Genesis 1:12 — “The earth brought forth hard to see why. With its serenity and views.” vegetation: plants yielding seed of every elegant columns, distinc- kind, and trees of every kind bearing Ltive cupola and presence high on a hill ABOUT THE UPDATES fruit with the seed in it. And God saw overlooking the lake, it has served as that it was good.” one of Lake Junaluska’s most beloved The renovations began in January 2018 landmarks since its founding in 1921. and were completed by the end of May. The carpets throughout the first floor of the hotel feature pomegranates, Perhaps the description fits even better They included updates to sleeping a fruit frequently mentioned in the now that the inn has received a com- rooms, bathrooms, lobbies, hallways, Bible. The theme starts with vines in plete interior renovation. meeting spaces and the dining room. the west wing, fruit on vines in the center lobby area and cut-open fruit in the The $3.2-million update brought Lam- Throughout the renovations, the team dining room. buth Inn to the modern expectations worked to retain the historic nature of of guest comfort, while preserving its the hotel by using period furniture that WHERE HISTORY WAS MADE historic charm. matched the 1920s architecture and by keeping the elegant look of the lobby Lambuth Inn was originally known as “It had been a long time since we had and parlor. the Centenary Mission Inn. been to Lake Junaluska, but our stay made us wonder why we hadn’t gone Updates also included all-new mat- The Board of Missions of the Method- back sooner,” said a recent guest. tresses, bedding, carpets, wall hangings ist Episcopal Church, South built it in “The Lambuth Inn has been recently and draperies. 1921 to house missionaries who had

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Lambuth Inn: Before & After Renovations

BEFORE BEFORE

AFTER AFTER

SLEEPING ROOMS PARLOR One hundred of Lambuth Inn’s 131 rooms were updated Lake Junaluska reupholstered furniture in the parlor and with new bedding, mattresses, draperies, carpet and did away with draperies in the windows to allow natural paint, plus renovated bathrooms and new minifridges. light to brighten the room.

BEFORE BEFORE

AFTER AFTER

LOBBY DINING ROOM Some of the lobby furniture was replaced, and other pieces The dining room received new carpet, paint, were reupholstered. The carpet features pomegranates on lighting, tables and chairs. The carpet features vines. The lobby also received a new check-in counter. cut-open pomegranates.

14 DISCOVER MAGAZINE · 2019 The renovations to sleeping rooms at Lambuth Inn included all-new mattresses, bedding, carpets, draperies, wall hangings, light fixtures, and the addition of minifridges. returned to the United States for year- Eleanor Roosevelt, Richard Nixon, long furloughs. Jimmy Carter, John Glenn (first astro- naut to orbit the Earth) and Helen The name was later changed to Lam- Kim (South Korean politician, educa- buth Inn to honor the memory of tor and social activist) have all walked Bishop Walter Russell Lambuth, a mis- the halls. sionary bishop to Africa who also spoke at Lake Junaluska’s inaugural event, the In its 97 years of existence, Lambuth 1913 Missionary Conference. Inn has played a significant role, not just in the history of Lake Junaluska, Lambuth Inn played a unique role in but also in our society and the history the struggle for racial equality. of the region. BOOK A STAY IN THE RENOVATED Since it was owned by the Board of The greatest contribution, however, LAMBUTH INN Missions, the segregation policy in remains its impact on those who have place at the time did not apply to Lam- experienced its gracious hospitality The inn is open year-round and buth Inn. and whose lives were transformed by reservations are available. their experiences within the walls. • Dr. Edgar Nease, former superinten- Visit lakejunaluska.com/lambuth dent of Lake Junaluska, wrote: “It The renovations to Lambuth Inn or call 800-222-4930 to book would be of interest perhaps for all are possible in part because of your stay. concerned to know that Lambuth charitable giving. To learn more about Inn was the first integrated facility in giving to Lake Junaluska, visit Personal retreats in Lambuth Western North Carolina.” lakejunaluska.com/support. Inn are available all year. Visit lakejunaluska.com/retreats for Lambuth Inn is now listed on the Bill Lowry, resident historian of Lake more information. National Register of Historic Places. Junaluska, contributed to this story.

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OTHER LODGING OPTIONS

THE TERRACE LAKE JUNALUSKA CAMPGROUND The Terrace is Lake Junaluska’s most modern hotel and The Lake Junaluska Campground offers RV and tent offers stunning lake views in the heart of the main grounds. sites, a deluxe cabin, apartments and a meeting lodge.

LAKE JUNALUSKA VACATION RENTALS HILLSIDE LODGE Rent a variety of privately-owned homes, apartments and Formerly Lakeside Lodge. With 25 motel-style sleeping cottages that surround Lake Junaluska. rooms, Hillside Lodge is a great budget option.

LAKE JUNALUSKA APARTMENTS MOUNTAINVIEW AND SUNNYSIDE Comfortable, convenient, economical lodging. The Dormitory-style lodging. Mountainview recently received apartments recently received updates. a renovation.

To book Lake Junaluska lodging, visit lakejunaluska.com/accommodations or call 800-222-4930.

16 DISCOVER MAGAZINE · 2019 » Donor Profile One-Love ASSOCIATES COUNCIL MEMBER SHARES HOW PLAYING TENNIS AT LAKE JUNALUSKA IMPACTED HER LIFE

ou Taft Welch, executive director of Abilities Tennis THE LAKE JUNALUSKA Association of North Caroli- ASSOCIATES na, holds the Lake Junaluska tennis courts close to her Lou Welch serves as a member Lheart. It was on those courts, during the of the Lake Junaluska Associates summer of 1977, that she first discov- Council. The Lake Junaluska ered her passion for tennis. Associates is an organization of individuals who love Lake Growing up, Welch spent summers at Junaluska and want to serve her family’s Lake Junaluska house and, LOU TAFT WELCH in partnership. one summer at age 11, she decided to pick up a tennis racket. Quickly falling “Lake Junaluska is the perfect envi- Through the years, the Lake in love with the sport, her summers ronment for our organization,” said Junaluska Associates have given took on a new direction. Welch. “Usually, when we do an event, more than $4.5 million to the it’s not just tennis; it’s the social aspect upkeep of Lake Junaluska’s “I would go down to the courts every as well, and Lake Junaluska provides grounds and facilities. day and just pick up games with who- for that.” ever was down there,” said Welch, who 2018 marked the group’s 50th now lives in the Raleigh area. “And The Abilities Tennis Association of anniversary. The milestone come home at lunch to barely eat a N.C. recently received the United inspired a revitalization of the sandwich and then go back out there — States Tennis Association Adaptive organization’s structure and a sometimes playing eight hours a day.” Tennis Award to recognize the work new partnership model. that Welch is doing to change the lives Spending all day at the tennis courts, of those with intellectual disabilities. How to Become an Associate: the soda shop and the general recre- Anyone can now become a Lake ation area by the lakeshore, Welch Welch plans to bring the tournament Junaluska Associate by making forged friendships with Lake Junaluska back for a third year this summer and a gift of $250 or more per residents and guests of all ages. If they this time it will be on freshly renovated household unit per year. could hit a tennis ball, Welch would courts. Thanks to the contribution of ask to play them in a friendly game. donors like Welch, Lake Junaluska is Visit lakejunaluska.com/support, able to resurface the courts and replace call 866-256-1079 or mail Welch’s passion for tennis remained the fencing surrounding them. donations to the Office of strong over the years. Now Welch Development, PO Box 67, Lake serves as executive director of Abil- Welch now serves on the council of the Junaluska, NC 28745. ities Tennis Association of N.C., an Lake Junaluska Associates, an organi- organization that provides tennis pro- zation that supports Lake Junaluska To learn more about the Lake gramming for individuals with intel- through charitable giving and volun- Junaluska Associates, visit lectual disabilities. teer work. She said this position is her lakejunaluska.com/associates. way of giving back to the place that Her responsibilities include organiz- shaped her. ing abilities tennis tournaments across is exciting to be a part of the Lake the state. Two years ago, she began “The generosity of many is allowing Junaluska Associates during this piv- hosting tournaments on the courts Lake Junaluska to grow and become otal time as changes are occurring and that started it all for her. a destination spot,” Welch said. “It growth is rampant.” •

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ach year, hundreds of women come to the The grounds of Lake Becoming Conference at Lake Junaluska to Junaluska offer numerous learn how to become more creative, purpose- places for attendees of ful and frugal. The conference hosts a series of gatherings such as the workshops that cover topics from crockpot rec- Becoming Conference to Eipes to chalkboard lettering to home décor. relax and renew. Other workshop topics focus on money-saving tactics or learning how to become more hospitable by opening your home to others.

“My hope is that the women who come will leave inspired and equipped with tangible ideas to see their home as a haven and that they will be encouraged in the place in life where they are right now,” said Jen Schmidt, the founder of the conference. “The conference is designed to equip and empower and encourage women on all things heart and home.”

Schmidt started the Becoming Conference eight years ago to bring her popular blog, “Balancing Beauty and Bedlam,” to life. She invites fellow bloggers, as well as bestselling authors and podcast hosts, to lead the workshops.

She sets aside free time throughout the conference for women to connect and experience all that Lake Junaluska has to offer.

“The location is so beautiful and so peaceful for the women,” Schmidt said. “We build in free time, an hour here or there, so that the women can enjoy the lake. They can sit in a rocker and have time to reflect and enjoy time with friends.”

Many of the women come in groups — whether it’s book clubs, church groups or groups of friends. Schmidt also hosts a meetup at the beginning of the conference to give those who attend on their own a chance to connect. She said she is also excited about offering a boat tour onthe Cherokee IV. “It helps them make friends right away, and they have some- one to eat with and attend sessions with,” Schmidt said. “I’ve never been able to do that before, and none of the other places I’ve looked at offer that option,” she said. This summer, Schmidt will host the conference at Lake Junaluska, July 26 to 28. The conference is considered the The attendees lodge across the Lake Junaluska grounds, ultimate girls getaway weekend, and it’s open to women from The Terrace to Lambuth Inn to the Lake Junaluska of all ages. Workshops will take place in the Harrell Cen- Apartments. ter. Schmidt said she is thrilled to offer spectacular views from the Susan Todd meeting room and the back porch. “The reason I chose Lake Junaluska, in addition to how

18 DISCOVER MAGAZINE · 2019 » Group Feature CONFERENCES

BRING YOUR GROUP TO LAKE JUNALUSKA Choose Lake Junaluska for your next group event. With a wide range of accommodations, meeting spaces, dining options and amenities, Lake Junaluska is the perfect place for your next meeting, conference, retreat, wedding, training event or reunion. Contact the group sales office for more information about hosting events at Lake Junaluska.

GROUP SALES OFFICE: Call 800-222-4930, ext. 3, or email [email protected].

LEISURE FACILITIES & AMENITIES:

• 18-hole golf course • 200-acre lake • 2.3-mile (or 3.8-mile full loop) walking trail with Rose Walk • Canoes, kayaks and paddleboards • Fitness center • Outdoor pool

MEETING FACILITIES:

Stuart Auditorium: Accommodates 2,000 people in permanent theater-style seating.

Shackford Hall: 3,375 square feet in the main auditorium with stage; nine breakout rooms.

Harrell Center: 4,307 square feet in the auditorium; four breakout rooms.

Terrace Auditorium: 2,640 square feet in the beautiful it is, is because of the variety of lodging options auditorium; six breakout rooms. that meet every person’s price point,” Schmidt said. Lambuth International: 2,536 square feet in the “We wanted to be able to offer a variety of pricing because auditorium; seven breakout rooms. my desire is that the conference is affordable to all women.”• Memorial Chapel: Accommodates 200 people in pew seating. The Becoming Conference is open to all women. For more information and to register, visit Kern Center: 2,378 square feet; accommodates up to thebecomingconference.com. 200 people in theater-style seating.

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bird call echoes across the still expanse of the lake. A friend briefly claps you on the back while laughing over a story. A tingle works its way up your spine as you feel the Holy Spirit during worship in Stuart Auditorium. Every time you visit Lake Junaluska, you have the opportunity to feel a spark of connection. Whether you’re con- nectingA with nature during a run around the lake or having a reunion with family you haven’t seen in years, Lake Junaluska provides space and tranquility for these connections to happen.

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lakejunaluska.com 21 Connect with Nature ake Junaluska is set into a scenic valley, circled on all sides by mountains and formed around the beauty of the lake. Here, you are liter- ally surrounded by nature. As you circle the walking trail, whether walking or running, you’ll pass swans along the way. You can trail your fingers in the water while kayaking on the lake or haul in a big Lfish. You can go birding, seeing the different plumage and hearing the various bird calls. You can smell the roses along the Rose Walk or learn about different species of plants in the Corneille Bryan Native Garden. There are opportunities to connect with the natural world everywhere you turn at Lake Junaluska.

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Connect with God

he history of worship at Lake Junaluska goes back to the very first conference held in Stu- art Auditorium on June T25, 1913. For the past century, people have visited Lake Junaluska to experience and connect with God. The times when visitors have said “there’s just something about this place…” are innumerable. That “something” could be what’s described as a thin place — a place where the distance between heaven and earth is closer, and you’re able to connect with the divine. Lake Junaluska offers a special place to connect, be still and hear the voice of God.

Connect with Your Body

t Lake Junaluska, there are plenty of ways to connect with your body. Yoga at Inspiration Point, which takes place as part ofA the Summer Activities Program, brings together the soul, mind and body to provide a holistic approach to fitness. A walk or jog around the lake provides exercise and time to reflect. Recreation such as tennis, basketball, golf and minigolf offer fun competi- tion and fellowship. Various groups, including the Asheville Triathlon Club, train at Lake Junaluska. How- ever you wish to commune with your body, a trip to Lake Junaluska can help you achieve those goals.

lakejunaluska.com 23 Connect with Love or over 100 years, people have said “I do” at Lake Junaluska, and those bonds of love have created generations who have strong ties to each other and this place. “No place can beat a venue surrounded by God’s creation with the lake and Fmountain scenery,” said Grace Lee, pictured at left with new husband Jian. “The wedding coordinator and all the staff involved at Lake Junaluska made things go so smooth- ly. When we drove away after the send-off we felt that God had been smiling on us all day.” PHOTO BY BLUE BEND PHOTOGRAPHY

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Connect with Your Family

or many people, Lake Junaluska is a home away from home. It’s a place where families come together to connect or Freconnect — share laughs and meals, tell old stories and introduce the next generation to traditions. Lake Junaluska Group Sales hosted 12 family reunions in 2018, and countless families gather by the lakeshore for fun and fellowship each year. Whether your family stays in one of the hotels, a tent at the campground or a big vacation home, the important thing is having everyone together.

Connect with Your Colleagues

ake Junaluska hosts conferences each year that bring together thousands of people at this beautiful place. Conferences are more than an opportunity to do business, reconnect with colleagues and build new relationships. Whether it’s wor- Lship in Stuart Auditorium, a walking meeting around the lake or a shared meal together in one of the dining halls, a conference or meeting at Lake Junaluska gives every group a unique chance to grow together and build relationships that last a lifetime. •

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A LOOK AT THE YEAR AHEAD

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and a booklet to guide your January retreat. Self-directed retreats are also available and can Ski Lake Junaluska be booked from Sunday to 1 DECEMBER 15, 2018 – Thursday throughout the MARCH 3, 2019 year. Some restrictions and Lake Junaluska makes blackout dates apply. planning your ski weekend lakejunaluska.com/retreats simple — we take care of all the details while you Winter Youth enjoy time with your family 18 Retreats or group. Ski packages JANUARY 18–21, 25–27; include lodging, meals, ski FEBRUARY 8–10, 15–18 lift ticket, boots and skis or The Winter Youth Retreats snowboard, and a lesson at are an opportunity for the ski area. Meeting spaces adventure, spiritual are available for a small fee. growth and worship in the lakejunaluska.com/skigroups mountains of Western North Carolina. Every program Western Carolina weekend features energized Boy Scout 3 University Dulcimer U worship with great bands, as 22 Ski Retreat Winter Weekend well as special activities like FEBRUARY 22–24 JANUARY 3–6 skiing or a mission project. Participants will get Winter Weekend lakejunaluska.com/winteryouth hands-on experience at participants can choose from Cataloochee Ski Area as over 50 hours of instruction they hit the slopes and on the mountain dulcimer, February learn about snow safety. In hammered dulcimer, ukulele, the evenings, Scouts will banjo and guitar. Transitional/Intentional attend workshops at Lake wcu.edu/engage/professional- 5 Interim Ministry Junaluska to complete the enrichment/conferences-and- PHASE I: FEBRUARY 5–8 requirements for the Snow community-classes/dulcimer-u/ PHASE III: AUGUST 6–8 Sport merit badge. winter-weekend/index.aspx An interim minister is an lakejunaluska.com/boyscouts experienced, mature United Personal Spiritual Methodist pastor trained 14 Retreats for the specialized ministry March GUIDED RETREATS: of the interim period. JANUARY 14–16; MARCH Learn tools and techniques FCF Confirm 2019 18–20; JULY 22–24; designed for this 1 MARCH 1–3, 8–10, 15–17, SEPTEMBER 16–18; unique ministry. 22–24, 29–31; APRIL 5–7, OCTOBER 21–23 lakejunaluska.com/interim.aspx 26–28; MAY 3–5 SELF-DIRECTED RETREATS: Weekend events for THROUGHOUT 2019, AS young confirmands of SPACE IS AVAILABLE The United Methodist Participants in two-night Church. Sponsored by the guided retreats enjoy a Foundation for Christian program that blends group Formation and the and one-on-one spiritual Department of Religion at direction with ample time Pfeiffer University. for reflection and renewal. fcfconfirm.net The retreat includes a group centering session, evening prayer service, individual spiritual direction session

lakejunaluska.com 27 IGC Confirmation Divine, Keeping Faith in 8 Retreat Weekends April Changing Times. All are MARCH 8–10, 15–17, 22–24, invited to attend. 29–31; APRIL 5–7, 12–14; Lake Junaluska umcsc.org/home/ministries/ NOVEMBER 8–10 20 Easter Celebration advocacy/united-methodist-women The focus of these action- APRIL 20–21 packed, interactive Weekend activities include Southeast Church weekends for confirmands the Lake Junaluska Friends 28 Network of The United Methodist of the Lake 5K, Easter egg APRIL 28 – MAY 1 Church is to augment the hunts and a sunrise service Network with other curriculum taught in the at the amphitheater below Southeast Church local church, focusing on the Cross with preaching Network church business providing tools that will help by Rev. Carl H. King. Rain administrators for support, youth keep their promise location: Memorial Chapel. sharing of knowledge and when confirmed in the lakejunaluska.com/easter other tools for spiritual church. Sponsored by the and personal growth. Intentional Growth Center. We will focus on “Church lakejunaluska.com/confirmation Administration: Safety, Security and Facility Usage” A Weekend with at this year’s conference. 21 Diana Butler Bass secn.biz MARCH 21–23 A weekend on gratitude, led by Diana Butler Bass (Ph.D. May Duke University), award- South Carolina winning author and renowned 26 United Methodist North Carolina Quilt public speaker on issues of Women Spiritual Growth 2 Symposium spirituality, religion, culture Retreat MAY 2–5 and politics. One CEU APRIL 26–27 The North Carolina Quilt credit available. The South Carolina Symposium is a state-wide firstlightproductions.org Conference of United organization sponsoring Methodist Women will meet quilting retreats with classes by the lakeshore at Lake from nationally known Junaluska for the annual instructors. This year’s event spiritual growth retreat. Dr. will include a day of seminars Robin Dease, the keynote on turning your quilting into speaker, will discuss the a thriving business. theme Preserved by Power ncqsi.org

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Transitional/ spiritual development, ROAD SCHOLAR 7 Intentional Interim she wants women to Ministry see their full potential as PROGRAMS PHASE I: MAY 7–10 mothers, daughters, sisters Road Scholar programs empower adults PHASE III: NOVEMBER 5–7 and members in an ever- to explore the world’s places, people, An interim minister is an changing social and cultures and ideas, and in doing so learn experienced, mature political landscape. more about themselves. A fellowship of United Methodist pastor wnccumw.org learning and the joy of discovery are the trained for the specialized hallmarks of the Road Scholar experience. ministry of the interim Western North period. Learn tools and 20Carolina Annual For information about Road Scholar techniques designed for Conference programs offered by the Intentional this unique ministry. JUNE 20–23 Growth Center, email Amy Ney, Road lakejunaluska.com/interim.aspx Clergy and laity from the Scholar program coordinator, at Western North Carolina [email protected] or Carolina Conference will gather for 800-482-1442, ext. 384. 26 Conference worship, learning, business Camp Meeting and fellowship. The Great Smoky Mountains MAY 26 – JUNE 1 wnccumc.org Through the Photographer’s Seventh-day Adventist Lens, Program #22927 • April 21–26; members from around the Music & Worship May 12–17; September 8–13; October Carolinas join together for 23 Arts Week 27 – November 1 a week of seminars and JUNE 23–28 activities designed to bring A multi-generational The Women of Appalachia: spiritual and physical renewal. educational event Traditions, Stories and Song, Program carolinasda.org/camp-meeting composed of arts, praise #22829 • April 21–26; October 6–11 and renewal. Designed for those who want to A Wildflower Quest in the Mountains June sing, dance or act all week, of Western North Carolina, Program as well as for those who #23036 • May 5–10; September 15–20 Holston Annual lead these ministries in 9 Conference local congregations. Baseball, BBQ and Beer in the Blue JUNE 9–12 musicartsweek2019.wordpress.com Ridge Mountains, Program #23035 • Clergy and laity from the May 19–24 Holston Conference will gather for worship, learning, Ballads, Dances & Crafts: business and fellowship. Appalachian and Global Culture, holston.org/about/ Program #15162 • July 19–22 annual-conference

Cherokee Culture in the Great WNCC United Smoky Mountains: Oral Traditions & 13 Methodist Women Performing Arts, Program #16415 • Spiritual Growth Retreat July 19–22 JUNE 13–15 Theme: Thorns and Roses. Scottish and Cherokee Heritage A time to pray, listen, reflect, and Music in Appalachia, Program study and share fellowship #21338 • July 28 – August 2; October with women from across 27 – November 1 the conference. Keynote speaker Rev. Alisha L. Solstice Through the Centuries: Gordon (M.Div.) is the The Evolution of Winter Holidays, executive for spiritual growth Program #20308 • December 1–6 at United Methodist Women and, in addition to furthering

lakejunaluska.com 29 Native American The Lake Junaluska 28 Summer Conference 4 Singers in Concert JUNE 28–30 JULY 4 The SEJANAM Summer The Lake Junaluska Singers Conference weekend perform in Stuart Auditorium. includes speakers, Bible lakejunaluska.com/july4th study and workshops. lakejunaluska.com/sejanam The Imagine Circus 5 JULY 5 World-class acrobats, July aerialists, jugglers and more will entertain in Independence Day Stuart Auditorium. SUMMER 3Celebrations lakejunaluska.com/july4th JULY 3–7 YOUTH EVENTS Theme: When the Circus Balsam Range in Each summer youth group event offers Came to Town. The 6 Concert morning and evening sessions with celebrations include JULY 6 high-energy worship, guest preachers concerts by the award- The award-winning and workshops. The program winning bluegrass group bluegrass group Balsam is geared toward sixth- through Balsam Range and the Lake Range takes the stage 12th-graders, with a focus on spiritual Junaluska Singers, as well as part of the Lake enrichment and learning in small as a show by the Imagine Junaluska Independence groups. Afternoons are free for groups Circus. A parade, fireworks, Day Celebrations. to plan rafting trips, do mission work community picnic and other lakejunaluska.com/july4th or enjoy the swimming pool and boats family activities round out at Lake Junaluska. the week. The vacation Come, Holy Spirit: lakejunaluska.com/summeryouth package includes lodging, 8A Retreat with Jack tickets to all events and Levison and Priscilla Pope June 15–19 (4 nights) special meals. Levison Speaker: Andy Lambert lakejunaluska.com/july4th JULY 8–10 Worship Band: Jimmy Atkins Spend three soul-tending M28 Youth Weekends days with Jack Levison June 20–23 (3 nights) 3JULY 3–7, 7–10 and Priscilla Pope Levison, Speaker: Juan Huertas Designed to help leaders professors at Southern Worship Band: Abbye West Pates and students grow deep Methodist University relationships with Christ. Perkins School of Theology, June 23–27 (4 nights) Worship and teaching authors and sought-after Speaker: Stephanie Caro sessions make a difference event speakers. One CEU Worship Band: Abbye West Pates to every attendee. credit available. M28camps.com firstlightproductions.org June 27–30 (3 nights) Speaker: Janjay Innis Worship Band: Zachariah Suggs

June 30 – July 3 (3 nights) Speaker: Jeremy Steele Worship Band: Zachariah Suggs

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Becoming 26 Conference JULY 26–28 Becoming Conference: Creative, Frugal, Purposeful. This ultimate girls getaway weekend will encourage and inspire women to live more intentionally. With a variety of workshops on everything from meal planning, easy home décor and hand lettering, to family traditions and creating a peaceful home, you will leave refreshed and empowered in all things heart and home. thebecomingconf.wordpress.com

Folkmoot Folkmoot 28 International Festival JULY 28 The Lake Junaluska Folkmoot USA is a 2 Singers in Concert celebration of the world’s AUGUST 2 SUMMER cultural heritage through The Lake Junaluska WORSHIP folk music and dance. Singers perform in The closing ceremony Stuart Auditorium. SERIES for Folkmoot will take lakejunaluska.com/concerts Spirited worship services led by place on stage in historic internationally known preachers take Stuart Auditorium. This Festival of Wisdom place throughout the summer at Lake performance highlights 5 & Grace Junaluska. Services begin at 10:45 more than 200 international AUGUST 5–8 a.m. in Stuart Auditorium. On Monday dancers and musicians. Theme: Growing Deeper nights throughout the summer, renew lakejunaluska.com/folkmoot Roots. your soul in a contemplative Taizé Join others in the second service of prayer and song held in half of life for worship, Memorial Chapel. This year’s theme August workshops, Bible study and is “Psalms for Our Time.” All worship fellowship. Dr. Richard H. services are open to the public. Lake Junaluska Gentzler Jr., Rev. Dr. Fred lakejunaluska.com/summer-worship 2 Associates Weekend Allen, Missy Buchanan, Dr. AUGUST 2–4 James Howell, Rev. Stephen June 9 – Summer Worship Kickoff, The Lake Junaluska Bryant, R. Jack Hansen, Dr. Memorial Chapel, Rev. Joshua Kurtz Associates is an organization Angela Schaffner and Hess June 16 – Bishop Ken Carter of individuals who love Hall provide leadership June 23 – Western N.C. Annual Lake Junaluska and want to for this time of renewal. Conference Closing Worship, Bishop serve in partnership. Join Co-sponsored by The Paul Leeland the Associates for a fun Upper Room. June 30 – Rev. Connie Shelton weekend of entertainment, lakejunaluska.com/ July 7 – Rev. Priscilla Pope Levison food, fellowship and wisdom-and-grace July 14 inspiration. July 21 – Rev. Jerusha Neal lakejunaluska.com/associates July 28 August 4 – Rev. Charley Reeb

lakejunaluska.com 31 Salvation Army Bible 11Conference September AUGUST 11–18 A spiritual highlight of the WNCC UMW 46th USA Southern Territory each 13 Annual Celebration year is the Territorial Bible SEPTEMBER 13–15 Conference conducted Celebrating 150 years in for The Salvation Army mission. Come join the officers, soldiers, friends celebration with the Western and their families. Great North Carolina United Bible teachers from Methodist Women. various denominations wnccumw.org Lake Junaluska Singers lead conference delegates through a week of renewal and spiritual refreshment. October and equip vital ministries to events.sauss.net/eventhub.aspx meet the emerging needs of Choir Music God’s people. Transitional/ 18 Weekend facebook.com/omcgreatgathering 13 Intentional OCTOBER 18–20 Interim Ministry Designed for small and Experience the World PHASE I: AUGUST 13–16 medium-sized adult choirs, 11of the Bible I PHASE III: FEBRUARY 18–20, the weekend includes NOVEMBER 11–13 2020 worship and specialized Join renowned Biblical An interim minister is workshops. Groups will revel historian, archeologist and an experienced, mature in the beauty of fall at Lake scholar Dr. James Fleming United Methodist pastor Junaluska and learn eight as he explains Scripture as it trained for the specialized new anthems to take back to related in Biblical times and its ministry of the interim their home churches. continued relevance today. period. Learn tools and lakejunaluska.com/choirmusic lakejunaluska.com/ techniques designed for experiencing-bible this unique ministry. lakejunaluska.com/interim.aspx November Experience the 13World of the Bible II Smoky Mountain Outdoor Ministries NOVEMBER 13–15 30 Folk Festival 10Connection Great Join renowned Biblical AUGUST 30–31 Gathering historian, archeologist The 49th annual Smoky NOVEMBER 10–14 and scholar Dr. James Mountain Folk Festival Six mainline denominational Fleming as he explains offers two nights of the camp and retreat Scripture as it related finest traditional music associations will meet under in Biblical times and its and dance of the Southern the theme of RelationSHIFT, continued relevance today. Appalachian region. to build relationships, lakejunaluska.com/ lakejunaluska.com/sm-folk-festival discover each other’s gifts experiencing-bible

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Interfaith Peace 21 Conference NOVEMBER 21–24 Theme: The Arts of Peace. In this capstone Interfaith Peace Conference, explore the arts of the Abrahamic faiths that shape our understanding of peace- making and inspire us to create peace in our lives and in the world. Syrian violinist Mariela Shaker, Jonathan Homrighausen and Laurie Wohl are among the remarkable scholars and artists who will guide the conversations. featuring the Lake Junaluska The Lake Junaluska lakejunaluska.com/peace Singers, additional musical 14 Singers in Concert entertainment, and the DECEMBER 14 Thanksgiving at Appalachian Christmas Craft The Lake Junaluska 27 Lake Junaluska Show, which showcases Singers perform in NOVEMBER 27–29 the work of dozens of local Stuart Auditorium. Start a new tradition artisans. Round out your lakejunaluska.com/singers and savor an exquisite weekend with worship in Thanksgiving meal with historic Memorial Chapel. Candlelight Service family and friends. Add a lakejunaluska.com/christmas 21 in the Moravian Biltmore Estate ticket or visit Tradition other local area attractions. Handel’s Messiah DECEMBER 21 lakejunaluska.com/thanksgiving 12 DECEMBER 13 This evening worship Community choirs and service in historic Memorial local musicians join the Chapel is a time of carols, December Lake Junaluska Singers to special music and prayer, perform Handel’s Messiah accompanied by sweet Balsam Range Art of during Appalachian coffee and buns in the 6 Music Festival Christmas. Moravian tradition of love DECEMBER 6–8 lakejunaluska.com/christmas and fellowship in Christ. Join award-winning lakejunaluska.com/events/worship bluegrass group Balsam Ski Lake Junaluska Range as they perform 13 DECEMBER 13, 2019 – Winter Youth alongside friends for a MARCH 8, 2020 29 Retreats festival featuring some of the Lake Junaluska makes DECEMBER 29, 2019 top bluegrass and acoustic planning your ski weekend – JANUARY 1, 2020; musicians in the nation. simple — we take care of all JANUARY 17–20, 2020; lakejunaluska.com/balsamrange the details while you enjoy JANUARY 24–26, 2020, time with your family or JANUARY 31 – FEBRUARY 2, Appalachian group. Ski packages include 2020; FEBRUARY 7–9, 2020; 12 Christmas lodging, meals, ski lift ticket, FEBRUARY 14–17, 2020 DECEMBER 12–15 boots and skis, and a lesson Come enjoy a youth retreat Awaken the spirit of at the ski area. Meeting that includes worship, Christmas through festive spaces are available for a housing, food and a winter live music, hearty meals small fee. activity such as skiing, and local artistry. Festivities lakejunaluska.com/skigroups ziplining or mission work. include Handel’s Messiah, lakejunaluska.com/winteryouth

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PERSONAL RETREATS WHITEWATER RAFTING BALSAM RANGE ART OF YEAR-ROUND AND ZIPLINE ADVENTURES MUSIC FESTIVAL Experience a personal spiritual MARCH – OCTOBER DECEMBER 6–8 retreat at Lake Junaluska with the Lake Junaluska partners with local This festival features some of the top focus of growing your relationship outfitters to offer all-inclusive rafting bluegrass and acoustic musicians in the with God. Guided and self-directed and year-round ziplining experiences. nation. Join this weekend of concerts retreats are available. We provide simplicity each step of the and workshops. lakejunaluska.com/retreats way so you can relax and have a great lakejunaluska.com/balsamrange time with your group. lakejunaluska.com/adventure SKI PACKAGES DECEMBER – MARCH LAKE JUNALUSKA Stay at Lake Junaluska and ski at INDEPENDENCE DAY Cataloochee or Wolf Ridge. Ski CELEBRATIONS packages include lodging, meals, ski JULY 3–7 lift tickets, boots, skis and a lesson. Theme: When the Circus Came to Town. Also take a look at Winter Youth The celebrations include concerts by the Retreats for youth groups and the award-winning bluegrass group Balsam Boy Scout Ski Retreat. Range and the Lake Junaluska Singers, lakejunaluska.com/ski-groups as well as a show by the Imagine Circus. A parade, fireworks, community picnic and other family activities round out the week. MARRIAGE RETREATS lakejunaluska.com/july4th MARCH 10–12; AUGUST 18–20; SEPTEMBER 29 – OCTOBER 1 SMOKY MOUNTAIN FOLK We are created for a lifetime of love FESTIVAL and intimacy, but relationships can be AUGUST 30–31 hard, even for the happiest couples. The Smoky Mountain Folk Festival This workshop will help you better offers two nights of the finest understand your partner and learn to traditional music and dance of the cultivate a warmer, more joyful and Southern Appalachian region. APPALACHIAN CHRISTMAS loving relationship. lakejunaluska.com/sm-folk-festival AT LAKE JUNALUSKA lakejunaluska.com/marriage DECEMBER 12–15 THANKSGIVING AT Awaken the spirit of Christmas through BILTMORE ESTATE LAKE JUNALUSKA festive live music, hearty meals PACKAGES NOVEMBER 27–29 and local artistry. Festivities include YEAR-ROUND Start a new tradition — savor an concerts featuring the Lake Junaluska The Biltmore Estate, America’s largest exquisite Thanksgiving with family Singers and the Appalachian Christmas home, is just a short drive from Lake as we take care of the details. Add a Craft Show, which showcases the work Junaluska. The estate boasts an Biltmore Estate ticket or cut down your of dozens of local artisans. Round out abundance of festivities and activities own Christmas tree to make your trip your weekend with worship in historic for any season. truly unforgettable. Memorial Chapel. • lakejunaluska.com/biltmore lakejunaluska.com/thanksgiving lakejunaluska.com/christmas

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ambuth Inn, which is on president of Ewha Womans University necessary to relocate the Korea Room the National Register of in Seoul, South Korea, had taken part to the first floor. Historic Places, has a long in founding the International Prayer history of international Fellowship that was headquartered at Today, that room is known as the connections. Lambuth Inn. Denman International Prayer Room. L Many of the original artifacts from The building originally housed mis- Because of Dr. Kim’s visit, the ded- the Korea Room are now located in sionaries who returned to the U.S. on ication for the Korea Room at Lake the Southeastern Jurisdictional Heri- year-long furloughs. The name of the Junaluska took place in June 1969. tage Center, where they can be better building honors the memory of Bishop preserved. Walter Russell Lambuth, who served as American friends of Kim’s, alumni of a missionary in China, Japan, Korea, Ewha University and other local peo- Lambuth Inn started as a retreat for the Belgian Congo and other locations. ple provided furnishings, art objects missionaries, and it is still fulfilling and displays. that charter today, with missionary In 1969, Lambuth Inn became even groups from Korea and Pakistan con- more international when Dr. Hel- When Lambuth Inn underwent its tinuing to hold meetings and reunions en Kim visited the hotel. Kim, a first renovation in 1984, it became at the hotel. •

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Discover Lake Junaluska Lake Junaluska is a conference and retreat center in the mountains of Western North Carolina. With a unique location 30 miles from Asheville and between two of the most popular national parks in the country, Lake Junaluska is your gateway to the best outdoor activities and attractions in the Southeast. We welcome corporate and nonprofit groups, families, weddings, reunions, leisure guests and church groups of all denominations.

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