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
2018 Dates, speakers, bands
September 21-23
Barbara Roose
Capacity: Open!
Barbara L. Roose is speaker and author over flowing with a passion to connect women to God and each other. She is the author of the book, Enough Already: Winning Your Ugly Struggle with Beauty and a six-week DVD Bible study titled, Beautiful Already: Reclaiming God’s Perspective on Beauty. Barb has been speaking at conferences, churches and women’s ministry events since 2005.
She inspires women through challenging Biblical teaching, personal stories and a deep love for each audience that clearly communicates how much they matter to God and to Barb.
Leading Worship: Dani DeBone
September 28-30
Lina Abujamra
Capacity: Open!
Lina Abujamra started blogging before everyone and their brother had a blog, and back then, her mother and 3 other people read what she wrote. She threatened to quit every 2-3 months but was glad she didn’t because eventually, a publisher from Moody Publishers found her and she got to write two books, "Thrive: The Single Life as God Intended", and "Stripped: When God’s Call Turns from Yes to Why Me?".
Even though she makes a living taking care of children as a Pediatric ER doctor, her main passion in life is to tell others about Jesus and the love He has for each of us, which she does through her ministry called Living with Power.
Find out more at www.livingwithpower.org
Leading Worship: Cara Maat
October 5-7
Robyn Dykstra
Capacity: Full!
Robyn Dykstra is a captivating national speaker and author. For decades, Robyn has been presenting life-changing messages to help thousands of women trust and follow Jesus. If you’ve experienced loss or trial in your life - whether self-induced or thrust upon you, you’ll want to hear Robyn’s encouraging discoveries to energize your faith in God and find the strength to face life’s challenges.
Surprisingly funny and refreshing after all she’s been through, Robyn is a Humorous Speech Champion and hilarious storyteller. Through her in-depth Biblical teaching and funny personal illustrations, she will have you laughing one minute and crying the next as you discover fresh truth from God’s Word for a life that works.
Leading Worship: Jennie Wellsand
October 12-14
Shannon Popkin
Capacity: Open!
Author and speaker Shannon Popkin loves to blend her gifts for storytelling and humor with her passion for God’s Word. Shannon is the author of Control Girl: Lessons on Surrendering Your Burden of Control from Seven Women in the Bible. Visit ControlGirl.com for free downloadable resources.
Shannon is happy to be sharing life with Ken, who makes her laugh every single day. Together, they live the fast-paced life of parenting three teens. For more from Shannon, please go to www.shannonpopkin.com , or connect with her on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or Pinterest.
Leading Worship: Jennie Wellsand
October 19-21
Lee Nienhuis
Capacity: Open!
Lee Nienhuis has been engaging people through the Word for close to two decades. It has been her honor to speak at Youth and Women’s events, conferences, workshops, and church events. People often describe her as passionate, engaging and sincere, but it is her firm belief that God’s word still transforms lives that is most contagious.
Leading Worship: Cara Maat
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
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:
- Hotels In Mears-Hart Area
- Hotel Priced at 2 People Per Room
- Linens Provided
- Full Bathroom
- Add $60 For Single Occupancy
West Michigan Women's Retreats
Pamper yourself physically and spiritually at these special women's retreats and leave refreshed! Worship, rest, time in God's Word, great food, and great fellowship are all included in the weekend package.
Enjoy the beautiful fall colors of Silver Lake Michigan.
Retreat Activities
Activities and fun for the more adventurous lady or the one that wants to relax
Relax
Massages ($10/10mins - Limit 1 Session)
Pamper Room
Prayer Room
Pontoon Boat Rides
High Adventure
Zipline
Ropes Course
Horseback Riding
Paintball
Learn
Crafts (Extra Cost)
Topical Workshops
Morning Devotionals
Get Active
Kayaking & Canoeing
Biking
Wagon Rides
Target Sports
Cancellation Policy
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
Tentative Schedule
Friday
6:00-8:00 Registration / Move-In / Snack
8:00 Session 1
9:30 Evening Activities
11:00 Courtesy Quiet Hours
Saturday
7:15 Coffee And Devotional
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 / Workshops
6:30 Dinner B / Workshops
7:45 Session 3
9:15 Evening Activities
Sunday
7:15 Coffee and Devotional
8:00 Open Breakfast
10:30 Session 4
12:00 Pack and Depart
