Recreation
Archery, mini golf, black-light dodgeball, nine square, basketball, volleyball, obstacle course, rock wall, indoor pool, kickball, disc golf, canoeing, ping pong, billiards, zip line, and more.
Greetings, brethren
About Rendezvous
A 5-day / 4-night gathering built on fellowship, worship, recreation, and encouragement—near St. Louis at Lake Williamson Christian Center.
Est. 2015First Monday in MayCarlinville, IL
Our story
Greetings brethren! Our family has enjoyed Roundhouse for 20 years now and plans to continue attending indefinitely, Lord willing. We appreciate the fellowship so much and look forward to it annually, despite the lengthy drive.
We became aware of an alternative gathering for members of the Lord's church who home educate (e.g., Roundup). We contemplated attending it but decided instead to launch an alternative here in Illinois near St. Louis. Our goal is to provide a retreat filled with fellowship, worship, recreation, and encouragement for Christian families who educate their children at home.
The first Rendezvous was in 2015 at Lake Williamson Christian Center (LWCC) in Carlinville, IL. The week went smoothly and was so much fun for young and old alike! We decided to make Rendezvous an annual event—always starting the first Monday in May.
Lake Williamson Christian Center
An impressive retreat facility on a lake, surrounded by a residential area, designed for groups up to 1,500—with staff handling meals so families can focus on visiting and activities.
Dining
Buffet meals in a lakeside dining hall (seats 500). A couple entrees and sides per meal, full salad bar, desserts, and drinks—no cooking or cleanup for families.
Lodging
Motel rooms (sleep up to 6 with private bath), RV sites, or tent camping. RV and tent campers use shower rooms at the indoor pool (~100 yards away). Washers and dryers on site.
Spend time on www.LakeWilliamson.org for photos, recreational options, and facility details.
If you know of others who may be interested in attending, please direct them to our website and Facebook group. The Facebook group is “closed” for privacy, but you are encouraged to invite anyone you think may be interested.
Attendance history
2015
50 attendees
Theme: Matthew
2016
52 attendees
Theme: John
2017
63 attendees
Theme: Acts
2018
92 attendees
Theme: Genesis
2019
73 attendees
Theme: Exodus
2020
82 attendees
Theme: Lev, Num, & Deut
2021
129 attendees
Theme: Romans
2022
138 attendees
Theme: 1 Corinthians
2023
174 attendees
Theme: 2 Corinthians
2024
124 attendees
Theme: Joshua
2025
118 attendees
Theme: Judges
2026
136 attendees
Theme: Galatians & Ephesians
2027
? attendees
Theme: 1 Samuel
| Year | Attendees | Theme |
|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 50 | Matthew |
| 2016 | 52 | John |
| 2017 | 63 | Acts |
| 2018 | 92 | Genesis |
| 2019 | 73 | Exodus |
| 2020 | 82 | Lev, Num, & Deut |
| 2021 | 129 | Romans |
| 2022 | 138 | 1 Corinthians |
| 2023 | 174 | 2 Corinthians |
| 2024 | 124 | Joshua |
| 2025 | 118 | Judges |
| 2026 | 136 | Galatians & Ephesians |
| 2027 | ? | 1 Samuel |
Get in touch
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
Grace & peace,
Stephen & Ranae Bradd
Retreat organizers
