WOMEN'S RETREAT
September 22-24, 2023
You Are Invited!
Women, this event is designed especially for you. Join us for a weekend of Jesus, girl-time, and Sky Lodge fun! We all come from different places—school, work, single, married, young kids, old kids, not to mention so many other joys and challenges of life. Join us as we learn, play, laugh, share, pray, and grow together as women of God.
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For the word of God is living and active, sharper than any two edged sword, piercing to the division of soul and of spirit, of joints and marrow, and discerning the thoughts and intentions of the heart. Hebrews 4:12 ESV
Note - Nursing Mothers:
We desire and welcome your participation. You may bring your nursing infant with you if you are using off-site or camper park lodging options. This invitation includes nursing babies only and carries with it the understanding that crying/noisy babies will be taken out of the session.
Main Speaker
Faith Womack is a content creator who serves Christians by reigniting their passion for the Word of God. Serving across the web on platforms like Youtube, Instagram, and Tiktok; Faith gives Christians tools on how to understand the Bible as well as apply it to their lives. Faith is a graduate of Covenant College and Erskine Seminary, is married to Rev. Joseph Womack and mothers their two boys.
@howtofaithalife
howtofaithalife.com
Optional Breakout Sessions
Cowgirl Church
Becky VanDamme
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This outdoor seminar will be held in the corral near the barn. (Weather permitting)
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Becky has been our Sky Lodge Horsemanship Director since 2012. She rode her first horse as a little girl at Sky Lodge! She earned her degree in Stable Management from Kentucky Equine Institute. Our horse program has grown by leaps and bounds under her direction. Becky is married to Chris and has two grown children and one son-in-law.
Women in the Bible
Living God's Word
Maiya Lueptow
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Look at the lives of some lesser known women in the Bible and what they can teach us about living in God's Word today.
Maiya is on staff at Hillside Free Methodist Church in Evanston, IL as an Associate Pastor. She is married to Rich and has 2 grown children.
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Journey with the Broken
Panel Discussion on Caring
for Those Facing Hardships
Abby Fitzgerald
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Do you struggle to know how to respond to those in crisis? Using Luke 10:25-37 as our guide, let’s chat with a variety of panelists about the best way to walk alongside someone facing hardship.
Abby has a Masters in counseling, is the Assistant Director of Team Care and Development for The Set Free Movement, and a CMC at the St. Charles FMC. Abby is married to Aaron and they have 2 dogs.
Retreat Prices
Prices include the retreat, lodging, and meals.
Motel: $130.00 - Bring your own towels
Cabins: $125.00 - Bring your own bedding and towels
Camper Park: $108.00 - Bring your own camp or tent
MOTEL FULL-WAITING LIST ONLY
Motel Off-Site: $99.00 - I will arrange my own motel off-site
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Special Events
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Craft Time
Make a reminder of a great weekend! These are fun and easy project that anyone can do. If you would like to make one (or both), please indicate it on your registration form. We want to make sure we have enough supplies ready for everyone who wants to join us. Lots and lots of varieties of pictures will be available for you to pick from when you are here.
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Optional Craft:
Wall Hanging Craft $5.00
Magnet Craft $1.00
Free Time
In addition to scheduled activities, there will, of course, be free time! Many women enjoy activities around Sky Lodge such as horse riding, mini-golfing or disc golfing, canoeing, or hiking. Visiting the local candy store, antique stores, or Amish shops are also favorite free time activities!
Silent Auction
Our Silent Auction is an annual tradition and great way for us to raise money...and find some sweet deals! (Sometimes quite literally!) If you desire, bring some quality items to donate for our annual silent auction, and don’t forget your checkbook! Typical items include homemade treats, handmade gifts, and gift baskets.
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Book Exchange
Our annual Book Exchange will be in the coffee house. If you enjoy reading, bring a book to donate or find a book to read!
Registration
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