HAVING AN "EVEN IF" FAITH
“Even if the fig tree does not blossom, and there is no fruit on the vines,
if the yield of the olive fails, and the fields produce no food, even if the flock disappears from the fold, and there are no cattle in the stalls, yet I will triumph in the Lord, I will rejoice in the God of my salvation.” Habakkuk 3:17-18
The thought of a trial free life sounds peaceful, but actually it's in the storms, caves and challenges of life where we see our God show up in the most precious and powerful ways!
Learning how to pursue God even if our circumstances are not what we would prefer can prove difficult, but how powerful it can be when we come to His feet with nothing but ourselves and watch our God roll up His glorious sleeves and exert His strength for His daughters.
We are all about influencing the next generation for Jesus. We encourage you to invite your teenage daughters and granddaughters ages 13+ to attend Women's Retreat. Teenagers must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Women's Retreat Speaker
Sharon Sands
Sharon will tell you that the older she gets, the more she appreciates the huge, overflowing grace of God. Through many precious seasons of life, as well as some incredibly dark valleys, she has seen the Lord be forever gracious and faithful!
Sharon has been married to her husband, Todd for over 30 years. They have 5 adult children and 2 amazing daughters-in-law, and 1 grandchild!
Sharon is the Women's Discipleship Director at Crossroads Community Church in Parker, CO and for 18 years was the Founder and Executive Director of Passionate Heart Ministries. She has a passion to equip, nurture and encourage all women in their pursuit of Christ!
Pre-Conference Luncheon
Being busy is the occupational hazard of our time, but sometimes in our race to keep up, cracks begin to show with our health and our relationships. Perhaps, the path forward is to push pause on life and surrender our to do list to the Lord...letting Him recalibrate the direction of our lives to realign more accurately with Him. Come join us as we learn to quiet our noisy souls and let the Lord fill us with His peace.
But the Lord said to her, “My dear Martha, you are worried and upset over all these details! There is only one thing worth being concerned about. Mary has discovered it, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Luke 10:41-42 NLT--
Pre-Conference Speaker
Dawn Gould
Dawn is passionate about equipping the next generation to lead with a firm grasp of the inerrant Word of God.
Dawn and her husband, Dave, have served and lived at Mt. Gilead for the past 38 years. Dawn oversees the Women’s Ministries as well as the Marketing Department.
Worship Team
Mickie Cazet, Makenna Overzet
& Sandi King
Mickie completed her degree in Biblical Studies through Calvary Chapel Bible College. She and her husband serve on staff at Mt. Gilead and live on the grounds.
Makenna has served on staff as a camp counselor as well as serving on the worship team at her church. Makenna and her husband have a two year old son, Ezra.
Sandi holds a degree in music education. She was the Director of Patten University Singers and has served as adjunct faculty member in the music department.
Past Saturday Seminars
Track One: 9:50-10:50am
ANSWERED
The times we live in are at best perplexing. What does the Bible have to say about what is happening right now? What should I be doing during this time? Who or what can I trust? Come join us as we seek to explore Biblical answers to your questions.
Track Two: 11am-noon
EMBRACING
MOTHERHOOD
Being a mom is a 24/7 job full of challenges, joys and opportunities. Come join us as we discuss balancing our time, staying connected to Jesus and embracing those “God Moments” when we can impart our faith to our little ones.
TOXIC INFLUENCES
The Bible has a lot to say about what we allow to influence our thinking. So, what do we do when we find ourselves in relationships that are unhealthy and putting a wedge between us and the Lord. Come learn what the Lord has for us as we discern between life-giving and life-taking relationships.
SPIRITUAL WARFARE
Spiritual warfare is real and increasingly more prevalent. How can we know the difference between Biblical warfare and unbiblical warfare? Join us as we discover the power of Jesus as we yield to the Word of God rather than trying to power up over the enemy.
Expanded Seminar: 9:50am-12:00pm
UNPACKING GRIEF
Grief can come in a variety of forms such as the death of a loved one, a change in health, the loss of independence or the reversal of income. How do we feel and process the impact of loss without staying in a holding pattern of sorrow? Come join us as we delve into releasing our grief to the Lord.
Past Saturday Afternoon Activities
Small Budget, Big Flavor
Trying to stretch our dollars can be challenging, but that is no reason to lose out on delicious meals. Come join Tynisha Henson as she shares her secrets for creating fantastic meals on a tight budget. Yummy samples will be provided.
Space is limited to 35 participants
Time: 2:30-3:30
Self Defense
Learn practical skills for protecting yourself in uncertain situations with Martial Arts experts
Time: 2:45-4:00 (max 35)
Pickleball
This popular sport is fun, low impact and a great way to make new friends. Join us as we provide two pickleball courts for our first ever Pickleball Championship Tournament.
Space is limited
Time: 1:00-4:00
Coffee Bar
Come relax under the trees with your buddies and enjoy some of Mt. Gilead's treats, out of this world coffee and other exceptional drinks.
Time: 1:30-4:00
Painting
FULL
Come learn to paint among friends. It's fun, it's relaxing and it's just for you.
We will be painting Scripture wall decor.
40 participants only
Cost: $10
Time: Session 1 - 1:00-2:15
Session 2 - 2:45-4:00
Zumba
It's your chance to get in shape and have fun with friends all at the same time. Instructor Emily Bryant Rossi will guide us in the aerobic adventure!
Time: 1:30-2:30
*Activities subject to changes
Program Fees & Lodging
PLEASE NOTE: All our rooms are furnished with bunkbeds
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Weekend program, meals + Redwood/Pepperwood Lodge
(includes bedding and towels) $
Weekend program, meals + Fir Lodge
(includes bedding, no towels) $
Weekend program, meals + Cabin $
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Weekend program, meals + RV Parking (No hook ups) $
Weekend program, meals + No Lodging $
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Friday night program + meal $
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Saturday program + meals $
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Sunday program + meals $
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Pre-Conference Luncheon (Fri. afternoon) $
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Afternoon Classes:
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Painting: $
Retreat Schedule 2025
Friday, May 16
11:30...................................................Pre-Conference Check-In
12noon..............................................Luncheon
1:00....................................................Worship
1:30.....................................................Luncheon Session
2:30....................................................Luncheon Closing
3:00...................................................Retreat Registration
6:00...................................................Dinner
7:00....................................................General Session 1
9:00...................................................Snack
Saturday, May 17
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8:00...................................................Breakfast
9:00...................................................Worship
9:50...................................................Seminar: Track 1
11:00..................................................Seminar: Track 2
12:05pm...........................................Lunch
1:00-4:00.........................................Goliath Swing, Pickleball, Gift Shop & Zipline
1:00-2:00........................................Archery Session 1
1:00-2:15..........................................Painting Session 1
1:30-4:00.........................................Coffee Bar
1:30-2:30.........................................Zumba
2:30-3:30........................................Cooking,
Archery Session 2
2:45-4:00........................................Painting Session 2
4:30..................................................General Session 2
6:00..................................................Dinner
7:00..................................................Pajama Party
7:30..................................................Talent Show
8:30..................................................Chick Flick and Snack
Sunday, May 18
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8:00.................................................Breakfast
9:00.................................................Worship
9:15..................................................General Session 3
10:00...............................................Silence and Solitude
11:00................................................Worship, Time at the Cross,
Communion
12:15pm..........................................Lunch
1:00.................................................Depart
PLEASE NOTE:
Our heart is to give women a break and provide for them a place to rest and relax, free from their usual responsibilities. To that end, we respectfully request that little ones remain at home so that moms and others attending the retreat can fully focus on what the Lord has for them and go home refreshed and encouraged. THANK YOU!
