Join us for a wonderful weekend of rest, fellowship and encouragement as we engage in worship, teachings and prayer. Prayer stations will be available throughout the weekend as an option for individuals to reflect on and deepen their relationship with God. Space for silence and quiet will be offered for those who wish to take a step back from ordinary life and find rest. Other free time options include crafts, games, horseback riding* and massages*. (*Additional fees apply.)
Whether you are coming by yourself, with your family, or with a group of ladies from church, all ladies are welcome.
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Our Theme: The Joy of Seeking God First
Anita Keagy, founder of JoyShop Ministries, invites you to discover the joy found in Seeking God First! Through Anita’s unique and gripping redemptive story, you will be inspired and challenged to look at God’s word in a new light. Leave motivated and equipped with tools to prioritize daily time with God daily, driven by love for Him not obligation.
Speaker: Anita Keagy
Anita Keagy has one passionate mission: To inspire people to prioritize spending time with God every day through Bible reading and prayer. She travels nationwide and internationally, sharing her dynamic message at conferences, retreats, schools, colleges, and churches. Anita is the author of "The File: A Mother and Child’s Life-Changing Reunion", the newly released book “Seeking God First: A Practical Plan for Finding Joy and Peace in Him”, as well as a six session DVD series, "Seeking God First," found on RightNow Media and other platforms. Anita Keagy lives in Washington Boro, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Paul and is the mother of 5 adult children, 14 grandchildren, and 3 great-grandchildren.
Worship Leader: Stephanie Thorn
Stephanie Thorn is a divorced, imperfect, passionate lover of Jesus and mother of three children- ages 9, 8, and 5. She is a worship leader and the director of Student Ministry and Counseling ministry at Hillside Christian Fellowship Church in Millersburg, PA. Stephanie’s deepest desire is to see Jesus receive the praise and honor that He is due on the earth. For the past year, Stephanie has been pioneering a Holy-Spirit birthed, local worship initiative, within the community of Millersburg, called the Living Room Worship Project. The aim of LRWP is to ignite a movement of worship that begins and remains outside of the walls of the church- in the neighborhoods across Millersburg and the surrounding valley.
In addition, Stephanie holds a Master’s Degree in Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling from Messiah College. In this capacity, she works part-time with a Christian private practice providing professional counseling services in Halifax, PA and teaches clinical trainings for the PA Department of Drug and Alcohol programs across the state. Stephanie enjoys music, good coffee, playing with her children, hosting friends, spending time alone with God, traveling/exploring, reading, writing, and inspiring people to pursue a deeper intimacy with Jesus!
Lodging
Sylvan View
Our all-in-one retreat facility has lodging, meeting and dining under one roof. Sylvan View Retreat Center has 35 private hotel-style rooms, as well as plenty of space to enjoy conversation around the fire.
Hillside Villa
Hillside Villa features 9 comfortable, motel-style rooms each accommodating up to 4 people. A large living room with a fireplace can accommodate up to 20 people.
Meals
We take care of all the cooking and dishes for you! Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served buffet style in our Sylvan View Dining room. Enjoy great conversation and beautiful views overlooking a wooded stream. Don't be shy about letting us know about any food allergies you may have; our kitchen staff will be glad to meet your needs.
Activities
DIY crafts
Large group games
Small group discussions
Team building challenges
Hikes
Special workshops
Horseback Riding (additional charge)
Pricing
Prices listed below includes lodging, 5 meals, snacks and all other program fees.
Reserve your spot for the Women's Retreat with a $50 deposit.
Come as a day guest for $60 per person.