Sep 27 - 30, 2026
Awakening Intensive 2026
For men seeking more than shallow success.
A return to wholeness. A return to the Father.
For men seeking more than shallow success.
A return to wholeness. A return to the Father.
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Discover and Live From Your True Identity
The Men’s Awakening Intensive is designed to create an environment where men can fully unplug, step out of performance, and encounter God honestly.
This experience is not about hype or emotional pressure.
It is about creating room.
Room to reconnect with the Father.
Room to tell the truth.
Room to remember who you are in Christ.
These awakenings are the foundation of Iron Deep. They are where our brotherhood begins — raw, honest, and deeply rooted in identity rather than activity. Many men leave with clarity, conviction, and a renewed sense of sonship, reshaping how they return to their lives.
You will be staying on-site at Rush Lakes Lodge in shared rooms, typically with 2–5 men per room, depending on the room layout. Each man has his own bed. All linens and towels are provided.
The shared space is intentional. Brotherhood begins simply—eating together, resting together, and showing up fully.
Rush Lakes Lodge sits on 473 private acres in northern Indiana, surrounded by three lakes and miles of quiet ground. The setting is removed, spacious, and still.
The property includes a main lodge, guest residences, and shared gathering spaces designed for rest, conversation, and presence. There are indoor common areas, walking trails, water access, and space to be both together and alone.
This is not a resort experience.
It is a place to slow down.
Everything about the setting supports what this retreat is for: space to listen, space to breathe, and space to encounter God without interruption.
Pre-Retreat Forms
After your application is approved, you’ll receive a short online form covering waivers, dietary needs, and housing preferences. Please complete this promptly so we can prepare well.
Phone Posture
We ask men to power down their phones for the duration of the retreat.
You cannot manage home and fully receive what God wants to do at the same time.
Phones are not permitted in shared spaces. If you must use your phone, please step away and do so briefly, out of respect for the space and the men around you.
An emergency contact will be available if needed.
Refund Policy
Because retreat costs are committed in advance, refunds follow this schedule:
Check-In
Sunday, September 27 at 5:00 PM EST
The retreat begins promptly at 6:00 PM with dinner. Please plan to arrive on time.
Check-Out
Wednesday, September 30 at 10:00 AM EST
This experience is designed to be lived in full. We ask all men to plan to stay for the entire retreat and be fully present from start to finish. If you anticipate arriving late or leaving early, we ask that you join us at a future gathering instead.
Location
The Lodge at Rush Lakes
433 US-20
La Porte, Indiana 46350
Nearest Airport
South Bend International Airport (SBN)
Approximately 26 minutes from the lodge
Cost
$1,495 per person
Includes lodging and all meals during the retreat
Transportation
Transportation to and from the lodge is not provided. Each attendee is responsible for arranging their own travel. Limited carpool options may be available
This intensive is for men who carry responsibility.
Men who lead businesses, lead families, and make decisions that affect others.
Men who are outwardly capable but inwardly hungry.
Men who want depth, not noise.
Men who want to pursue Jesus without distraction.
You’ll experience the culture and rhythm of Iron Deep and have space to discern whether this brotherhood is something the Lord may be inviting you into.
And even if this is your only step with us, our desire is simple:
That you would encounter God, worship Him honestly, and leave more grounded in who you are in Christ.
This experience is intentionally designed to remove noise and create space.
Space to slow down.
Space to listen.
Space to encounter God.
Through worship, brotherhood, solitude, time in nature, and honest teaching, we create an environment where distractions are minimized and hearts are open.
We don’t rush the process.
We go deep into story, Scripture, and testimony — not to give answers, but to help you hear from God and rediscover your identity in Christ.
Because success without depth is empty.
Because leadership without brotherhood is heavy.
Because God cares more about who you are becoming than what you are building.
If that resonates, this may be your next step.
"I needed it. I didn't know it, but I needed it.
"You're spending all your time pouring into your employees. Then you ask yourself, 'Where am I getting that?' Because we also have to fill our cup as well."
"To have the realization that you're not alone in the struggles. It's been awesome to talk about that with other like-minded guys."
“People Need to deal with things in a place where there is sacred trust... I've seen a lot of that here.”
Intensives are only available to those who we feel will benefit from being a part of our community the most. If you'd like to be considered for selection, please apply.
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