The Redeemed Men's Retreat

October 25-27, 2024

We are a Host Facility for this retreat, and our VCBC Family is invited!


The Redeemed invites you to Renewed, a powerful weekend retreat focused on recharging your faith and refueling your passion for Christ. 


Register HERE




It’s Time to get away from the stresses of life and connect with other men as we spend time in the NE Iowa outdoors, building lasting friendships and RENEWing our faith in Christ. 


Join fellow brothers for a time of:


Inspiring Worship: Center your life on Christ through heartfelt praise and worship. 

Transformative Teaching: Dive into God’s Word and gain practical tools for spiritual growth. 

Authentic Brotherhood: Build meaningful friendships and find support in a community of believers. 

Rest and Reflection: Enjoy time to disconnect from the world and slow down. 

Nathan Dewberry

Nathan Dewberry was appointed Director at The Redeemed in 2022, bringing extensive experience as a student, associate, and administrative pastor, as well as several semesters of seminary training. A native of Lineville, Alabama, Nate moved to Columbus, Georgia when his wife, an Army veteran, was transferred to Fort Moore. He worked for several months at Global Teen Challenge, a network of faith-based organizations providing addiction rehabilitation services before joining The Redeemed team. Nathan is the father of a son and two daughters, and he, too, is open about his life struggles, including a difficult divorce; he looks forward to using what he learned from those experiences to help men in crisis.

Jim Miner

Jim Miner and his wife, Cristee, are empty-nesters, where they now enjoy life on a family farm in Northeast Iowa, Several years ago they traded their two sons for a lively mix of four chickens and six cats.  Together, Jim and Cristee own RebrandnChrist, a Christ-centered business dedicated to encouraging others in their Identity in Christ  Jim is the leader of The Forge Men's Ministry at his church, where he actively participates in leading the men's breakfast Bible study and the Leadership Discipleship Group. Since September 2022, he has been passionately involved with The Redeemed, encouraging men in their daily walk with Christ. A budding author, Jim is currently writing a devotional book focused on our Identity in Christ. He also enjoys speaking at retreats and sharing the transformative impact of Christ's redemptive power in his life.