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About Us

The Inter-church Young Adult Retreat (ICYAR) welcomes you to a transformative experience focused on community, spiritual growth, and rejuvenation. Join us for a weekend of connection, reflection, and learning in the beautiful surroundings of the Billy Graham Training Center at the Cove in Asheville, North Carolina. Our retreat is designed to provide a peaceful and inclusive space for young adults to explore their faith, engage in meaningful discussions, and enjoy nature.

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Building Healthy Dating Relationships from Acquaintance to Marriage

Our Vision

At the ICYAR, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming environment where individuals can explore the Biblical principles that are precedent in the young adult group. Diverse range of workshops, activities, and discussions that foster biblical growth will be offered. We believe in the power of community and aim to foster a supportive network for young adults seeking to align their lifestyle with their biblical values.

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Speaker

​Dr. J. Abede Alexandre, ThM, DMin, PsyD

With over 35 years of experience counseling thousands of couples, Dr. J. Abede Alexandre is a leading relationship expert. He has led marital retreats and seminars throughout the United States and Canada. As a Clinical Psychologist, he has practiced in hospitals, clinics, and schools. Dr. Alexandre holds advanced degrees in Systematic Theology, Pastoral Theology, and Clinical Psychology from Dallas Theological Seminary and George Fox University, respectively.  He is the author of “Marital Happiness is a Choice.” Dr. Alexandre and his wife, Myrlande Edith, have been married for 40 years and are the parents of two adult children, Jean Abede II and Jonathan, and daughter-in-law Renee. They are also grandparents to two granddaughters, Leny and Valerie.

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