Though faith is spoken of and illustrated in every book of the Bible, and even counted as righteousness for the Old Testament saints, there is only one place in all of scripture where faith is defined.
The author of Hebrews explained, “Faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.” What follows is a long list of faithful heroes from the pages of the Bible. “This is what the ancients were commended for,” the author went on to say.
Designed for a wide audience, from beginners to the seasoned believer, this two or three day retreat delves deep into the stories of great women of faith: Sarah, Martha, The Sinful Woman, Elizabeth, Puah, and Herodias.
An interactive workshop on Saturday explores what it means to live forgiven, and therefore freed and empowered to live by faith in every aspect of life. For the three day retreat, we will close with a time of worship, teaching, and prayer Sunday morning.
Bible studies and devotionals for each of the characters will provide further study for the weeks following this retreat.
FRIDAY
6:30pm – Registration/fellowship
7-7:30pm – Worship with song
TALK 7:30-8:30pm – “Living Forgiven”
DISCUSSION* 8:30-9pm – Discussion groups
SATURDAY
[DEVOTIONAL] – Participants may do on their own time, either during the retreat for quiet time, or after the retreat for further study
8:30 – Breakfast
9:30-10am – Worship with song
TALK 10-10:45am – “Crisis of Faith”
DISCUSSION* 11-11:45am – Discussion groups
12noon – Lunch
WORKSHOP 1-3pm – “Living by Faith”
6pm – Dinner
TALK 7-8pm – “Mature Faith”
DISCUSSION* 8:15-8:45pm –Discussion groups
8:45-9pm – Worship in Song
*Training videos and materials are available for discussion group facilitators in prepartion for the retreats, combined with a one hour session with Joanne Friday, before retreat begins
SUNDAY
[DEVOTIONAL] – Participants may do on their own time, either during the retreat for quiet time, or after the retreat for further study
8:30 – Breakfast
9:30-10am – Worship with song
PROGRAM 10-11am Participants share how God met them over the weekend (Joanne, facilitator)
TALK 11-11:30am – “Sharing Faith”
Through a unique blend of Bible study, discussion, personal reflection, and interactive workshops, relevant historical background is presented, understanding provided, and emotional connection offered. Through it all, encouragement is given to learn and live out the truths of scripture.