Renew
Be renewed at the Women's Retreat with opportunites to have fun and connect with women from your church or group of friends
Restore
Restore your faith with powerful messages from speakers, topical workshops on women's issues, and spirit-filled worship
Refresh
Refresh yourself with awesome activities, great food, good conversation, and a chance to disconnect from everyday life at Grace Adventures
Safety Is Our #1 Priority
We think, this year more than ever, that women need to take a retreat.
After being away from our church family, extended family, and friends for so long, we all need a chance to come together and support one another.
With guidance from the CDC, State of Michigan, and our local Health Department, we have an excellent plan in place to minimize risk to guests and staff, adhere to regulations, and still maximize opportunities for women to connect together.
2020 Dates, speakers, bands
Sept 25-27
Capacity: Open!
Speaker: Jenn Hand
Jenn founded Coming Alive Ministries in 2012 and loves the honor of traveling nationally and internationally, providing the invitation to come alive in Christ through conferences, retreats, written resources and counseling.
Jenn has had the joy of serving in over 30 countries and speaking at around 40 ladies events a year. With her Master's degree in trauma counseling, God has opened a unique door for Jenn to respond after natural disasters around the world, providing trauma counseling and the hope of Christ on the holy ground of suffering.
Worship: Danielle DeBone
October 2-4
Capacity: Open!
Speaker: Vivian Mabuni
Vivian Mabuni is a dynamic Asian American author, speaker, and cancer survivor who is passionate about seeing God raise up a generation of leaders who will have a cultural and spiritual impact on campuses, families, churches and communities around the world.
After joining the staff with Cru 29 years ago, Vivian went on to serve on the campuses of UC Berkeley and UCLA. As a speaker, Vivian is always an inspiration, Biblically sound, and culturally relevant. She loves teaching about the Bible, and its practical application to ministry and life.
Worship: Jennie Wellsand-Juuba
October 16-18
Capacity: Open!
Speaker: Sue Heimer
Sue Heimer is an author, counselor, Bible teacher and international speaker. Sue is the president and founder of Leaving Your Legacy Ministries, a ministry to encourage and support women in every stage of life.
Sue authored When You Feel Like Screaming: Practical Help for Frustrated Moms, and is a regularly featured on Focus on the Family and Faithlife publications. Her greatest passion is to encourage women to love and lean on God in every aspect of their lives.
Sue is a certified Biblical Counselor. As a member of the prestigious AWSA (Advanced Writers and
Speakers Association) she is honored to be recognized as one of the top National Christian
Communicators.
Worship: Kylee Phillips-Fisher
West Michigan Women's Retreats
Get pampered both physically and spiritually in this unique weekend experience designed just for women. At Women’s Retreat, you will have a weekend away with new and old friends sharing times of fellowship, reflection, and laughter while enjoying the beautiful fall colors of Silver Lake Michigan.
Our goal is to provide solid Biblical teaching, fabulous food, a variety of recreational activities, and inspiring worship at an all-inclusive price.
Retreat Activities
Activities and fun for the more adventurous lady or the one that wants to relax. *Subject to change.
Relax
Massages ($10/10mins - Limit 1 Session)
Pamper Room
Prayer Room
Pontoon Boat Rides
Learn
Crafts (Extra Cost)
Topical Workshops
Relevant Messages
High Adventure
Zipline
Ropes Course
Horseback Riding
Get Active
Kayaking & Canoeing
Biking
Wagon Rides
Target Sports
Retreat Rates
Commuter
- Find your own housing in the area and commute in for the retreat at Grace Adventures. All activities and meals included.
- Features:
- Self-provided housing for your group.
- See www.thinkdunes.com for Cabin rentals and other local accommodations.
On-Campus
- Bunk up at Grace Adventures with the other ladies from your church, workplace, family, or friend group.
- Features:
- Cabins, Lodge, Or Retreat Center Housing
- Most rooms sleep 12-16 guests
- No Linens Provided
- Bathrooms and Showers located in housing unit
- Housing assigned by Grace Staff
Sierra Sands Hotel
- Let us book your rooms at a local hotel so you can sleep in style and drive to campus for activities, sessions, and fun.
- Features:
- 2.1 Miles from Grace Adventures
- Hotel Priced at 2 People Per Room
- Linens Provided
- Full Bathroom
- Add $60 For Single Occupancy
- Sierra Sands Website
Dunes Waterfront Hotel
- Let us book your rooms at a local hotel so you can sleep in style and drive to campus for activities, sessions, and fun.
- Features:
- 1.5 Miles Away from Grace Adventures
- Hotel Priced at 2 People Per Room
- Linens Provided
- Full Bathroom
- Add $60 For Single Occupancy
- Indoor Hallways
- Indoor Pool/Hot Tub
- Dunes Waterfront Resort Website
With guidance from the CDC, State of Michigan, and our local Health Department, we have an excellent plan in place to minimize risk to guests and staff, adhere to regulations, and still maximize opportunities for women to connect together.
Lower retreat attendance per weekend.
Health and temperature screening of guests and staff before checking in.
Under current Executive Order #164, all participants are required to wear masks while indoors and outside where they are unable to socially distance. Masks are not required while sleeping, eating, or during high-intensity activity. This order is subject to change at any time, of which we will readjust our policy appropriately.
Physical distancing practices while encouraging healthy relationships and positive interactions.
Strict and regular cleaning and sanitizing of common spaces with emphasis on high touch areas.
Lower dining hall capacity with proper distncing between tables and safe food prep and serving practices.
Hand sanitizer stations located all around campus, especially in common areas.
Safe sleeping arragnements when sleeping On-Campus and fewer people per housing unit.
Tentative Schedule
Friday
6:00-8:00 Registration / Move-In / Snack
8:00 Session 1
9:30 Evening Activities
11:00 Courtesy Quiet Hours
*Subject to change
Saturday
7:30 Open Breakfast
9:45 Session 2
11:00 Workshops
12:00 Lunch A
1:00 Lunch B
1:30 Afternoon Activities
5:30 Dinner A
6:30 Dinner B
7:45 Session 3
9:15 Evening Activities
Sunday
7:15 Holy Yoga
8:00 Open Breakfast
10:30 Session 4
12:00 Pack and Depart
Promotional Materials
- Check List For Women's Ministry Leaders
- Check List For Individual Registrations
- Renew, Restore, Refresh Logo (PNG)
- How To Confirm My Registration (PDF)
- COVID-19 Safety Infographic
- Women's Retreat 1 Powerpoint Slide
- Women's Retreat 1 Bulletin Insert
- Women's Retreat 2 Powerpoint Slide
- Women's Retreat 2 Bulletin Insert
- Women's Retreat 4 Powerpoint Slide
- Women's Retreat 4 Bulletin Insert
- Women's Retreat Information Packet
Upon registration, a $25.00 Non-Refundable deposit is due per reservation. Any cancellations will forfeit that deposit.
Canceling spots within 45 days of the retreat, you are obligated to 60% of your retreat fee
Canceling spots within 14 days of the retreat, you are obligated to the full retreat fee
