The Three Day Encounter
of a Lifetime.

Southern Minnesota TEC

TEC is a three-day retreat for high schoolers to experience the love of God and community in a real, lasting way.

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It was not because of any good deeds that we ourselves had done, but because of His own mercy that He saved us, through the Holy Spirit, who gives us new birth and new life by washing us. Titus 3:5  |  TEC #26  |  January 23–26, 1997
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Bethlehem Lutheran, Mankato MN

About TEC

What Is TEC?

TEC — Teens Encounter Christ — is an amazing experience for high schoolers. It's a chance to get away for a weekend and experience the love of God and community in a genuine, meaningful way.

Whether you're curious about faith or already deeply committed, TEC meets you where you are. Come as you are. Leave changed.

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Real Experiences

I don't think you can truly describe what TEC is in words. It's the only place I've found where you can truly be yourself without any fear of judgment. Only true, genuine love.
— Jacob Schimek, Stewartville, MN