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Date and Time: 3:30 PM, July 11, 2025 –12:45 PM, July 13, 2025
Location: Tuscany Village - Sonoma State University, 1807 East Cotati Ave, Rohnert Park, CA 94928
Registration Deadline: May 25, 2025 (Closed)
Summer Retreat FAQ
Summer Retreat FAQ
2025 Retreat Reminder (English).docxDigital Handbook
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Sonoma State University Campus Map
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Sonoma State Campus Map.pdf🔵 [NEW] Schedule
🔵 [NEW] Schedule
2025 Summer Retreat Schedule.docxCheck-In FAQ
Check-In FAQ
When/where is retreat?
When/where is retreat?
Friday 7/11/2025, 3:30 PM - Sunday 7/13, 12:00 PM.
Sonoma State University (1701 E Cotati Ave)
What does check-in look like?
What does check-in look like?
Check-in starts at Friday 3:30 PM and ends at 5:30 PM at Casentino Room @ Tuscany Village
Casentino Room Address: 1701 E Cotati Ave
You will receive your parking pass which must be displayed at all times on your car's dash
You will receive your room key/meal card, badge lanyard, and retreat booklet
Friday dinner is provided but you must enter the cafeteria during our group entrance window of 6:00pm - 6:30pm. See below if you plan to arrive later.
🔵 [New] How to use your room key?
🔵 [New] How to use your room key?
Room Number and Pin Number is on your name tag which is given to you with your badge lanyard
🔵 [New] What to bring?
🔵 [New] What to bring?
Please bring your personal belongings (clothes, toiletries, etc), Bible, pen, re-usable water bottle, swim suit, basketball, frisbee, other recreational equipment
Be sure to bring layers clothes for cool mornings, hot afternoons and cool evenings
Water Stations: Available on all three floors of the Student Center.
What happens if I arrive late or past check-in window?
What happens if I arrive late or past check-in window?
Please text Derrick Tao to get your room key and booklet.
You can park anywhere on campus but you will need a parking pass. Please see Derrick to get your parking pass and room/meal card.
The Student Center address is https://maps.app.goo.gl/B91NUqCvrfEXzgiF6
If arriving between 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM, meet Derrick by the cafeteria at the Student Center to check-in. Our dinner entrance window is between 6:00 PM - 6:30 PM and you MUST have your meal card to enter. If you are unable to check-in by 6:30pm, please make your own dinner arrangements.
If arriving after 6:30 PM, head to the scheduled session at 7:00 pm in the 3rd Floor Ballroom B and find Derrick after for your registration packet.
Where should I park for check-in? Where can I park?
Where should I park for check-in? Where can I park?
Park near Casentino Room and to get check-in (highlighted in blue in the diagram) and get a general parking pass
Using your general parking pass, you can park in any lot EXCEPT Lot A and Lot D
If you have a handicap placard, you can park in any parking lot with your general parking pass.
If you or someone in your car have mobility challenges, please let us know during check-in.
🔵 [New] Where is my room? What is the room like?
🔵 [New] Where is my room? What is the room like?
We will be staying in buildings Mosel and Savoie in Tuscany Village. Map to Rooms.
Rooms will be four bedroom suite with a bathroom in each bedroom
Bed sheets and towels will be provided per bed. If child without bed, please bring your towels for them
General Housing Notes:
No A/C: As is common in Northern California, our housing units DO NOT have air conditioning, just heat. There is an a/c option on the thermostat, but it is not functional. We recommend opening windows late afternoon through the evening as our weather cools significantly at night. Close all windows by morning and unit should stay pretty comfortable throughout the day
Low Flow Shower Head: In an effort to conserve water, our showerheads are low flow style, and may look different suite to suite.
Maintenance Issues: If you are experiencing a maintenance issue, please report it to Cellars Desk as soon as possible so that we may try to remedy the issue, or arrange alternate accommodations.
Cleaning Caddies: If light cleaning supplies are needed, cleaning caddies can be checked out from the Cellars Desk
🔵 [New] Who do I contact if I have issues with my room key or facility issues?
🔵 [New] Who do I contact if I have issues with my room key or facility issues?
Please reach out to Cellars Desk
Cellars Phone:
707-664-3207 7am-10pm daily
After Hours Phone:
707-696-2608
Cellars Location See map
During Retreat FAQ
During Retreat FAQ
Is there a schedule for retreat?
Is there a schedule for retreat?
You'll find it here or in your handbook.
Where do we meet for sessions?
Where do we meet for sessions?
All sessions will be in the Ballrooms B and C on the 3rd floor of the Student Center
🔵 [New] Where is the late night hangout?
🔵 [New] Where is the late night hangout?
Casentino
We will have late night hangout with snacks (sign up here) on Friday and Saturday nights after evening program
You can bring non-perishable items to Casentino ahead of late night snack hang outs
🔵 [New] Where do we meet for meals?
🔵 [New] Where do we meet for meals?
All meals will be in the cafeteria on the 1st floor of the Student Center
Your room key will also act as your meal card so please bring it with you
Dining in The Kitchens
Meals: If you’ll be dining in The Kitchens, make sure you have your key card, as it's required for entry.
Bag Storage: Please place any bags in the cubbies near the entrance.
All-You-Can-Eat Dining: The Kitchens offers a wide variety of options. Since this is an all-you-care-to-eat venue, food cannot be taken out. To reduce waste, please take only what you can finish. Feel free to go back for more if needed.
Allergen-Friendly Options: There is a dedicated station accommodating the 8 major allergens.
Clearing Tables: When finished, please clear your table and take your dishes to the drop-off station at the front of The Kitchens.
Dining Schedule: Please arrive on time for your dining slot. After eating, promptly leave to open up seats and allow the staff to prepare for the next group. You’re welcome to relax in the Student Center Lounge, Seawolf Plaza, or explore the campus.
Restroom Access: There are no restrooms available inside the dining hall. In and outs for restroom use are at the discretion of Kitchen’s staff and may require a code word. It is advisable for guests to use the restroom prior to entering the dining hall, especially those with young children.
🔵 [New] What about the kids' program?
🔵 [New] What about the kids' program?
Pre-Communication Letter to Parents for Room Locations and Schedule
There will be kids program during all our sessions
Drop-off will be up to 15 minutes before sessions/morning devotionals and pick-up will be up to 15 minutes after sessions.
Any questions, you can reach out to the Children's Ministry Retreat Coordinator, Lisa Ko.
🔵 [New] How can I help?
🔵 [New] How can I help?
We need help setting and clean up of late night snacks. Talk to Betty Zhu or Lydia Bo.
🔵 [New] What activities are available during free time?
🔵 [New] What activities are available during free time?
Are you smarter than a Footprinter? Join us for our first time ever Game Show activity open to all ages. Hosted by Daniel Cheng. Happening Sat, July 12 - 1:30p - 2:30 in Ballroom B/C
There is a gym with indoor basketball court at the Main Gym. Please bring your own basketball.
There is a shared swimming pool at Beaujolais Pool in Tuscany Village
Hired lifeguard on duty on Saturday from 2:30 - 5:30 pm
Free to roam the campus; enjoy the grassy areas
The Recreational Center nor other athletic facilities will not be open to us
Checkout FAQ
Checkout FAQ
How do I checkout?
How do I checkout?
Clean up your room and suite by 12:30pm
You can discard your room key and lanyard. No need to return them.
Trash: Please take out your trash to the nearby dumpster.
Doors & Windows: Please ensure all windows and Front doors are closed before leaving.
Check-Out Process: No need to turn in your key.
🎶 Retreat Worship Playlist 🎶
🎶 Retreat Worship Playlist 🎶
Like the musical worship? Take the playlist with you during or after the retreat! We're also excited to introduce a new worship song at retreat: "A Thousand Hallelujahs" by Brooke Ligertwood, so feel free to have a listen.
Other Information
Other Information
Please follow the schedule and attend programs + meals on-time to make the most of your experience at retreat and minimize disruptions.
Do not switch rooms. You’re responsible for the smart card (room key & dining card) under your name. There is a $30 charge if you need to replace your card during the weekend.
Quiet hours around the dorms are between 11 PM - 5 AM.
Minors under 18 may not leave campus without parent/guardian permission.
The Crossing heavily subsidizes the full cost of retreat. We welcome donations to help defray the costs. Donation Checks can be made to CFCC Hayward.
Sonoma State's Non-Emergency Phone: 707-664-4444
Medical Emergency: 911 or Petaluma Valley Hospital: 707-778-1111 (400 N. McDowell Blvd, Petaluma)
No alcohol or drugs permitted during retreat
Contact Information
Contact Information
English Coordinator: Derrick Tao - 510 846 4576
English Pastor: Daniel Tai - 626 552 6547
Children's Program: Lisa Ko - 408 242 6870
First Aid: Christine Kuo - 510 213 4999
Additional Forms
Additional Forms
If you are concerned about the cost, please fill out this form.
If you are not attending retreat but your child/depedent is going, please fill out this form.
If you need transportation organized by church, please fill this form.
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