Praise God for His calling over this movement! We rejoice in lifting high the name of Jesus as we invite the Holy Spirit to shape and empower Christian leaders—ready to serve boldly in their homes, churches, and communities for the sake of the Gospel.
🔥 A Life-Changing 72 Hours
Come spend 72 hours immersed in the joy and love of the Holy Spirit. You’ll return home renewed, energized, and on fire to serve the Lord! Let Jesus speak to your heart—this may change your life! We warmly invite you to join us on this mission! Whether you may be interested in attending a Weekend, serving on a Team, or simply seeking information, we want to connect with you! _________________________________________________________________
Our Next Event:
Date: Sunday August 24, 2025 - 3:00 pm - Side dishes are welcome, bring the family or friends!
👉 PLEASE RSVP: - Please RSVP here
Location: Epworth United Methodist Church, 7651 Johnson St., Pembroke Pines Fl., 33024 ___________________________________________________________________
🏠 Weekend Host Sites Needed!
Please pray with us as we seek churches, camps, or facilities to host SVDC weekends. Many of our past sites are now unavailable due to scheduling or shared facility use.
If your church or facility may be open to hosting, or if you have suggestions, please reach out. Secretariat members Gary Alexis or Paul Perretta are happy to answer any logistical questions.
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*Please never stop praying for candidates. Who is the Lord is placing on your heart? Remember to talk to God about your candidate, before you talk to your candidate about Via de Cristo. We welcome new and renewal candidates to sign up for a 2025 or 2026 Weekend!
Application forms are available on this site: Applications Once completed and with all signatures, they can be sent to vdcsouthflorida@gmail.com or PO Box 660211 Miami Springs FL, 33266. A SVDC Spiritual Director can assist if a Pastor is not available to sign.
Renewal candidates: If it's been over 5 years since your last Weekend, or you feel the Spirit nudging you to be refreshed— Welcome!
🙏 Interested in Serving on a Weekend?
Has it been a while since you’ve served? We’d love to reconnect with you! Or wish to serve for a first time? We are excited! Please email us at vdcsouthflorida@gmail.com so we can let the next leaders know and update your contact information to ensure you are plugged in and we can get you serving!
Jesus loves you, and so do we! Send us a note on our Contact page and we will be excited to connect with you more. Jesus Loves you and So Do We ! _________________________________________________________________
🌈 2025 Sponsorship Opportunities
Would you prayerfully consider sponsoring a Via de Cristo Weekend this year? Your support helps us keep the ministry thriving and accessible to all Candidates, Sposnors, and Teams.
Sponsorship Levels:
De Colores Sponsor – $1,000
Rooster Sponsor – $500
Cluck Hen Sponsor – $250
Babe Chick – $100
Thank you for partnering with us as we raise up leaders for Christ!
Sonshine Via de Cristo is dependent upon the financial support of our SVDC Community.
To Sponsor a Candidate is $100, Team Member contribution is $125.
Click on Donate and place a note in the memo section.
All donations are gratefully appreciated!
Checks may be sent to: Sonshine Via de Cristo, PO Box 660211, Miami Springs, Fl., 33266
Thank you for blessing God’s SVDC Ministry Movement!
JLYASDI - Jesus Loves You and So Do I!
Reunion of all SVDC pilgrims to share in fellowship, praise, worship, special prayer requests, and praise reports. Potluck dinner - please bring an item to share. (No desserts please they are provided)
1900 NE 164th ST
North Miami Beach FL 33162
Reunion of all SVDC pilgrims to share in fellowship, praise, worship, special prayer requests, and praise reports. Potluck dinner - please bring an item to share. (No desserts please they are provided)
Epworth United Methodist Church
7651 JOHNSON ST
PEMBROKE PINES FL 33024
Date: February 23 - 26, 2023
Rectora Peaches Carmella Gardner
First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables
Date: November 17 - 20, 2022
Rector: Todd Ratliff
Fulford United Methodist Church
Save the Dates 2019
Sonshine Via de Cristo of South Florida
Annual Meeting & Scholarship Fundraising Dinner!
* Saturday February 2, 2019 *
Epworth United Methodist Church - 5:00 pm
7651 Johnson St., Hollywood, Fl., 33024
Dinner $25 donation, Annual Meeting & Dessert Open to All 7 pm
Please RSVP to Vdcsouthflorida@gmail.com
First United Methodist Church of Coral Gables
536 Coral Way, Coral Gables Fl., 33134
August 2 - 5, 2018
Miami Shores Presbyterian Church
602 NE 96th St, Miami Shores, FL 33138
July 26 – 29th Palm Beach Atlantic , Florida
