When I first took the baton of leading a thriving and growing women’s ministry from my predecessor who was moving away, I was surprised by the women’s expectations to offer a fall retreat every year. Sure, we lived in the Colorado Rockies with a lot of retreat options at cozy, rustic venues with stunning views […]
Planning a Retreat for the Non-Event Planner
As a Women’s Ministries Director, I knew I was taking on too much in planning our women’s retreat when this quote from a favorite book resonated with me: “Ladies in bunches always filled me with vague apprehension and a firm desire to be elsewhere.” — Jean Louise Finch (Scout), To Kill a Mockingbird I even joked to my husband […]
6 Prayers to Awaken the Wonder In Your Soul
“I have often thought about what my greatest surprise will be when I go home to be with the Lord. After much pondering, I have concluded that it will be the tremendous power and peace that was available to me through prayer on this side of heaven — and how infrequently I used it!” – Richard […]
Want to Lead Well? Get Alone With God
“The wonder of our God once took my breath away, and now I’m afraid that I’m just out of breath serving Him.” Those raw words were spoken over a hushed crowd of thousands of leaders at a leadership conference a few years ago. A bestselling author and megachurch pastor was admitting he had lost his […]
