Nurturing Communities of Hope

Service Description

RETREAT DESCRIPTION: Women's Weekend Retreat God calls us into community, yet community is often more complicated than we expect. Many of us hold a genuine desire for shared life alongside experiences of disappointment, strain, or relationships that have felt unsafe or difficult to sustain. This retreat creates space to return to God as the source of rest, renewal, and guidance for community. As we sit in God’s presence, we are invited to acknowledge what has been difficult about community while also remaining attentive to God’s promise and intention for life together. Through guided prayer, quiet reflection, and shared practices, participants will reflect on the kind of community God envisions and listen for how God may be inviting them to participate in that community. The retreat also offers time to experience community within the shared space itself, as a reminder of what is possible when God remains at the center. WHAT YOUR REGISTRATION INCLUDES: • A private room with a full bath A quiet, personal space where you don’t have to manage anyone else’s needs — allowing rest, reflection, and prayer to happen without interruption. • Five nourishing, farm-to-table meals Meals prepared with care so you can be fully present, without needing to think about planning, cooking, or cleanup. • Guided group sessions balanced with unstructured time Teaching and prayer offered alongside generous space for silence and personal reflection, honoring different rhythms and needs. • Prayer practices designed for real life Practices that support healing, attentive listening, and deeper connection with God. Practices you can return to long after the retreat ends. CONTINUING THE JOURNEY: As part of this retreat, participants are invited to a two-hour follow-up gathering titled. This session is designed to support the integration of the retreat into daily life. Together, we will reflect on what was received during the retreat and explore simple, sustainable rhythms that help nurture attentiveness to God beyond the retreat setting. Details for this follow-up gathering will be shared after the retreat. RETREAT DETAILS: DATE: Friday, Aug 28, 2026 @ 4pm - Sunday, Aug 30, 2026 @ 10am LOCATION: Bellwether Farm Retreat Center 4655 State Route 60 Wakeman, OH 44889 COST: $600 ($150 non-refundable deposit ) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Last day to register: August 13, 2026 Final payment due: August 14, 2026