​Worship with Pastor Jazz Cathcart and Hope City Music
We are blessed to welcome Pastor Jazz and his incredible group of singles to this year's Labor Day Singles Retreat. Pastor Jazz is a gifted worship leader and pastor of Hope City Fellowship in Asheville, NC. He is known for seamlessly fusing his musical talents, passion for fitness and personal development, and heart for community impact into his ministry. His preaching, pastoring, and worship leadership reflect a deep desire to influence both the local church and the broader culture for Jesus Christ.

Pastor Jazz is a graduate of Ashbrook High School in Gastonia, NC, Montreat College, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in Christian Education, and Liberty University’s Graduate School & Theological Seminary, where he obtained a master’s degree in Church Planting & Evangelism.

Known for his kindness, compassion, and approachable spirit, Pastor Jazz carries a unique and anointed gift in leading worship. Join us and be blessed!

​Contact:  828-376-9723 • [email protected]

​Sunday Morning Worship with Lifter: Richard and Nancy McBrayer

Richard McBrayer has served as a worship leader in churches throughout the region since the early 1980s. A gifted vocalist and keyboardist, he also brings a strong background in music production. Over the years, Richard has been involved in the production of numerous recordings, including producing several top-ten Southern Gospel hits during the 1980s. He and his wife, Nancy, traveled with the group Lifter, leading worship in churches across the country and at more than 30 conferences at the Billy Graham Training Center at The Cove.

Nancy McBrayer has worked with church choirs for over 21 years as a choral director and pianist. She has a passion for singing and arranging harmonies and has also served as a studio background vocalist on various recording projects. In addition, Nancy has led worship at numerous women’s retreats, bringing encouragement and depth through music.

Together, Richard and Nancy share a deep desire for God’s people to connect with Him through worship—to lift their voices in song to the only perfect Father and, in return, to hear His great song of love spoken over them.
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Richard and Nancy live in Asheville, North Carolina, and have been married for 34 years.

Sunday Night: Worship and Testimonials with Pastor Jay George and Terri Davis

We are excited to welcome back Pastor Jay and Terri for our Sunday night worship! Jay is the Associate Pastor at Swartz Baptist Church in Monroe, Louisiana, and Terri is the Children and Youth Minister at First Monroe Baptist Church. We look forward to a powerful evening of worship and encouragement through their leadership.

DANCE/KARAOKE: Headspring Pavilion by the Lake

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Get ready to kick up your boots—our 2026 Dance Theme is Country Western. So grab your hats, boots, denim, and plaid, and join us for a fun, high-energy night of dancing, music, and karaoke you won’t forget.

Welcome back, Tal Groce from Upstate Singles, as our DJ and karaoke host. Tal leads a large singles ministry in the upstate. We are thrilled to have him back. 
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GAMES: Games in the Lodge; Bingo in Founders North 

BONFIRE: 9:00-11:00pm; Next to the Headspring Pavilion by the Lake

You can sit on one of the benches or bring a lawn chair. Be sure to bring a jacket/blanket, as nights can get chilly in the mountains. We also recommend bug spray and a flashlight.

Meet and Greet: 9:00-11:00pm; for singles under 55 at The Back Porch (Back of the YAB)

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Join other Christian singles under 55 for a fun and relaxed meet-and-greet designed to help you connect, build friendships, and enjoy meaningful conversation with others in a similar season of life. Whether you’re coming on your own or with friends, this will be a welcoming space to laugh, connect, and get to know others before the weekend activities begin.

Expect a casual atmosphere, light interaction, and opportunities to meet new people from all over the country. More details and special activities will be announced soon—we can’t wait to gather together!
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Contact: Heidi Meulenberg, Young Singles Coordinator at 828-337-3868.
PictureRozanne Banicki
If you haven't been to the Labor Day Singles and Leaders Retreat, it's time to go! This is an experience you will remember for a lifetime. It's a time to grow in the Lord and make wonderful friendships with people from all over the country, and sometimes from outside the country! I look forward to it every year. If you haven't heard Kris and Pastor Freddy teach the word, you are missing out. It's not only great preaching and teaching but also a great time of laughs and fun. Can't wait to have you join us for the Labor Day Retreat in 2026.
—Rozanne Banicki, Lisbon, OH

Location

Bonclarken  Conference Center
​​http://www.bonclarken.org
​500 Pine Drive,
​Flat Rock, NC 28731
(T) 828.692.2223 

“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt (‘elevate’) you.” — James 4:10

Questions: Kris Swiatocho,  919.434.3611 or Cherrie Miles, 803.507.6720
Email: [email protected]
Mail: The Singles Network Ministries, 638 Spartanburg Hwy Ste 70-113, Hendersonville, NC 28792
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To help offset costs for the retreat and/or provide money for our scholarship fund with a tax break, make your check out to Kris Swiatocho Ministries, 638 Spartanburg Hwy, Suite 70-113, Hendersonville, NC 28792 or click below to donate online. If you need a letter to give out that shares what we are about, let us know.