WOMEN'S RETREAT 

Palomar Mountain

 The Gathering...

Many of us know what it is to feel distant from God; to know with our heads He is near yet struggle to be present to Him. We often get in our own way when it comes to receiving from Him for many reasons. Whatever inhibits us, God promises rest for our souls and desires to be present to all our emotions, our anxious thoughts, and our hurting hearts.
 
“My heart has heard you say, ‘Come and talk with me.’ And my heart responds, ‘Lord, I am coming.’” Psalm 27:8, NLT.

Have you ever struggled with knowing and/or practicing God’s presence? Do you find it hard to approach God in stillness because you can’t get your mind to stop racing, or you feel overwhelmed by your own emotions?  Do you often feel like your mind is downloading a to-do list, even though you try to have a posture of rest and listening?

Come join us for a weekend of discovery, learning, and rest. Our speaker, Jenni Holder, will be teaching, guiding, and showing us how we can allow God to care for our souls and engage with those around us.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

 The Gathering...

Many of us know what it is to feel distant from God; to know with our heads He is near yet struggle to be present to Him. We often get in our own way when it comes to receiving from Him for many reasons. Whatever inhibits us, God promises rest for our souls and desires to be present to all our emotions, our anxious thoughts, and our hurting hearts.
 
“My heart has heard you say, ‘Come and talk with me.’ And my heart responds, ‘Lord, I am coming.’” Psalm 27:8, NLT.

Have you ever struggled with knowing and/or practicing God’s presence?  Do you find it hard to approach God in stillness because you can’t get your mind to stop racing, or you feel overwhelmed by your own emotions?  Do you often feel like your mind is downloading a to-do list, even though you try to have a posture of rest and listening?

Come join us for a weekend of discovery, learning, and rest. Our speaker, Jenni Holder, will be teaching, guiding, and showing us how we can allow God to care for our souls and engage with those around us.

REGISTRATION IS NOW CLOSED

WHAT TO EXPECT

Spiritual Growth

Get fresh vision and refresh your soul with rest, fun outdoor activities, worship and interactive Biblical teaching.

Fellowship

One of the valuable aspects of Women's Retreat is making connections with other women. We pray that new friendships will be formed, wisdom gained and laughter shared. 

Time to Recharge, Rest and Relax

We know your time is valuable, so we plan these events around fun, meaningful content, space to think, time reflect, times to worship, and experiences to challenge you. We take you, your journey with God and your spiritual well-being seriously.

Speaker & Tentative Schedule

Jenni Holder

Experiencing the love of Jesus and His presence has transformed me. It is what keeps me going in joy and sorrow, compels me to share that love with others, and invites me to begin to find ways to express my love for him in return. God has blessed me with an amazing, creative family in my husband and three teenagers who constantly keep me moving and laughing. I like fresh peaches, clever words, my collection of drastically under-used hammocks, the joy of fruit-roll up tongue tattoos, the heavenly combination of white cheddar and tart apples, the dream of a clean counter, a genuine smile, grapes in my chicken salad and raisins in oatmeal cookies, running to discover just how far I can go, surprises, lounging near large bodies of water with a good book, sunsets and stars, imagination and creativity, a completed task, being known, sneezing, and artisan ice cream.

Tentative Schedule for Women’s Retreat
Palomar Christian Conference Center – March 28-30
 
Friday
4:30pm – 5:15pm Check-In
5:30pm - 6:15pm  Dinner @Dining Hall
6:30pm – 8:30pm Main Gathering (Meeting Hall) – Worship and Intro
8:30pm - 9:30pm (optional games, snacks, hang out in meeting hall)

Saturday
8:00 - 8:45am Breakfast (Day Stays – please check in outside Dining Hall)
9:00 – 12pm Program Session (Meeting Hall) - Worship, Teaching, Interactive Activities
12:00 – 12:45pm Lunch
1:00pm – 5pm Explore/Free Time
Optional Activities
  • Meeting Hall open for relaxing, games, conversation
  • 3 -5 pm  - Art Project w/ Mariann (Meeting Hall)
  • Explore Palomar Mtn by Car
  • Solo time w/ God
  • Take a nap
  • Explore the conference grounds
  • Hiking (see office for hiking maps and information)
  • 1:30pm – 5pm Archery (free), zip line, gun range ($6 pp, bring cash)
5:30 – 6:15pm – Dinner
6:30pm – 8:30pm  Main Gathering – Worship, Teaching, group activities
8:30pm – 9:30pm  Campfire
Sunday
8:00-8:45am – Breakfast
(Check Out of Lodging Rooms by 9am)
9:30 - 11:30 – Program Session
Goodbye!

What to Bring

What To Bring…
Palomar Christian Conference Center sits at about 5,000 feet in elevation so the weather can be slightly extreme. Oftentimes it is sunny with nighttime temps anywhere from 27-45 and daytime temps of 42-75, but it can also rain and be windy, so come prepared for mountain weather! Wear layers!
  • Sneakers (there are paved pathways and dirt trails)
  • Water Bottle
  • Bible
  • Warm Jacket (waterproof if possible)
  • Long pants
  • Toiletries
  • Sleeping Bag/extra blanket and your own pillow (rooms are shared with up to 5 women featuring 1 queen bed and bunk beds. All rooms have clean towels and linens, but I would bring your own extra blanket or sleeping bag to have as well).
  • Warm pajamas

Location

Palomar Mountain: Christian Conference Center
34764 Doane Valley Rd.
Palomar Mountain, CA 92060
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Pricing

Includes meals, session materials, and select activities.
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Full Event
$199 - Friday Dinner through Sunday Breakfast
$99 - Student (College and younger)

Saturday Day Stay (only 15 spots available)
$99 - Saturday Only (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)
$49 - Student (College and younger)
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