At the heart of the Aloha Life Retreat is a mission inspired by faith and the sacred connection between God, water, and the breath of life. In Hawaiian, the word "Hawai'i" reflects this divine truth: Ha (breath), Wai (water), and 'I (God). For foster youth and their caregivers, who have faced immense challenges, this retreat is an opportunity for healing, renewal, and the embrace of Ohana—a family built on love, compassion, and shared purpose. As a volunteer, you are answering God’s call to care for His children in their time of need. The retreat is designed to create a transformative space where foster youth and their caregivers can experience:
Story: Discover the power of God’s work in your life, understanding how your journey can inspire hope and healing in others.
Identity: Reconnect with the truth of being made in the image of God, embracing the strength, worth, and divine purpose He has placed within you.
Purpose: See how God is already at work in your life, connecting the dots to step boldly into His greater plan for you.
Boundaries: Learn to establish God-honoring boundaries that protect your peace, relationships, and well-being, enabling you to live life abundantly.
Healing through Water Therapy: Experience the sacred connection between water, God’s creation, and life’s renewal, rooted in Hawaii’s rich heritage.
Resilience-Building Practices: Develop strength and endurance through gratitude, forgiveness, and unwavering faith.
Meaningful Relationships: Cultivate authentic connections through vulnerability, trust, and the spirit of Ohana—a family built on love and
support.
Spiritual Clarity: Engage in meditation, prayer, and intentional practices that bring focus, peace, and direction to your life.
Foster parents, guardians, and small group home workers dedicate their lives to providing safe havens for children in need. This retreat honors their sacrifices while offering them and the children they serve a chance to restore their spirits and deepen their connection to God’s love.
Through this Christ-centered approach, you’ll be empowered to serve others with love and compassion, using water as a sacred tool for transformation.
Take the first step—answer His call today.
As a volunteer, you will help foster youth experience:
The Healing Power of Water: Embrace God’s creation as a source of renewal, hope, and restoration.
A Supportive Community: Build authentic, faith-based relationships rooted in trust, compassion, and the spirit of Ohana.
Faith and Identity: Encourage youth to see their value as children of God, made in His image with a purpose to fulfill.
Lasting Transformation: Create moments of joy, hope, and resilience that will shape their lives for years to come.
Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older.
Faith Journey: Intentionally seeking to encounter and explore God’s presence in every aspect of life. “For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” – Jeremiah 29:11
Heart to Serve: A genuine passion for helping foster youth and embodying Christ’s love through service.
“Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me.” – Matthew 25:40
Faith-Based Training: Commit to completing a 5-week trauma-informed and faith-based training program focused on trauma/grief, water therapy, resilience, and spiritual growth.
Background Check: Submit to a background check and fingerprinting for the safety and well-being of the youth.
Fundraising Commitment: Participate in fundraising efforts to support the program and cover retreat-related costs.
Availability: Be available to travel to Hawaii to serve at our 7 night Aloha Life Retreats, fully dedicating time and effort to the youth and their caregivers.
Team Spirit: Work collaboratively with other volunteers and staff, embracing the spirit of Ohana—a family united by love and faith.
Experience the ultimate seaside retreat in a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-full bath beach front oasis overlooking the stunning Pokai Bay.
With ample room to accommodate up to 6 guests, revel in panoramic ocean views and luxurious comfort for an unforgettable Hawaiian getaway.
This location on the western shores of Oahu is not just a scenic paradise; it's a cultural heartland, home to a large Native Hawaiian population.
Water has a unique and profound ability to heal, a truth Wesley and Debora Stewart have championed through their impactful nonprofit endeavors. Starting with Urban Surf for Kids, they harnessed the therapeutic properties of water to aid foster youth, offering them a sanctuary where they could find solace and build resilience. This initiative laid the foundation for their work, highlighting water’s role not just in physical well-being but in emotional and psychological healing. Expanding upon this success, the Stewarts established Every Kid Swims, broadening the scope to reach more children needing water therapy. Their latest project, 2 Walk on Water, which is co-founded with their daughter Kalani Stewart, takes this concept further by including first responders and foster youth experiencing severe mental stress. This initiative underscores the Stewarts’ belief in water’s healing power, especially for those coping with trauma and seeking mental wellness. At the heart of 2 Walk on Water is the understanding that water activities are more than physical exercises; they are a form of mental and emotional therapy. The organization’s programs are designed to alleviate stress, anxiety, and symptoms of PTSD, offering a tranquil and rejuvenating experience. Through their work, Wesley, Debora, and Kalani Stewart have become pioneers in using water therapy to foster healing and resilience, making a lasting impact on the lives of those who have faced life’s toughest challenges.
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