Winter Youth Retreat
Mid High and High School
January 2nd-4th, 2026

Do you need a change?
Navigating the sea of life is difficult. It is important that we man the sails and stay the course. But how do we do that? Are we doing that well? It's not easy to be out on the sea, but He is our guide. This weekend, we will focus on the heart of worship, Ebenezer moments, and hearing the Lord's voice. With each tool we hope to confirm and encourage you that you are on the right course. And if not, it is never too late to make a change.
We are excited to be hosting our Winter Youth Retreat. We had a blessed and fun-filled summer with campers giving their lives to Christ and several hearing the call to ministry full-time! Our Winter Youth Retreat will help take our youth to the next level of walking out their faith in Jesus Christ and keep the spark that was lit at camp to keep on burning throughout the year.
Come get away and retreat with us and your friends as we grow closer to God!!
Cost: $205
Speaker:
Tyler Looney

Tyler Looney has served in the Methodist church for nearly 20 years. He began his journey in youth ministry and currently serves as the Pastor at FMC in Sweetwater, TX. He has been married to Dede for over 19 years and enjoyed serving alongside her in their call to ministry. They have two daughters Anna (17) and Talor (12), who bring them great joy. Tyler is excited to serve at Butman and is honored to share his heart.
Worship Team:
Brett Patterson

Brett Patterson is the Director of Student Ministry at St. John's Methodist Church in Stamford, Texas. Brett has held this position since August of 2022, but has been an active member of the Butman community since 2018, when he was a camper for the first time. He is on the leadership teams for Elevate Upper Elementary Camp and Mid-Winter Retreat. Butman holds a significant place in Brett's heart, as this is where he felt his call to ministry! When Brett is not ministering to his kids, you can find him leading worship, writing songs, substitute teaching, studying for his bachelor's degree in education, attempting to play golf, or rooting on the Texas Rangers!
David Pruitt

David Pruitt is the youth and worship pastor at FMC Sweetwater. He has been married to his best friend Kelcie for eleven years, and has a fun loving seven year old named Noah. He has had the honor of working with students at Butman for the last eleven years, and serves as one of the directors of Elevate Mid-high. He also leads worship with several youth pastors and talented musicians at various other camps at Butman. He has a passion for worship, writing music, coffee, art, and design.
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