WOMEN’S MINISTRY ANNUAL RETREAT
October 16-17, 2009 /
THEME: “THE
FRAGRANCE OF A GODLY WOMAN”
SCRIPTURE: 2 Corinthians 2: 14-17
14 But
thanks be to God, who always leads us in triumphal procession in Christ and
through us spreads everywhere the fragrance of the knowledge of him.
15 For we
are to God the aroma of Christ among those who are being saved and those who
are perishing.
16 To the
one we are the smell of death; to the other, the fragrance of life. And who is
equal to such a task?
17 Unlike
so many, we do not peddle the word of God for profit. On the contrary, in
Christ we speak before God with sincerity, like men sent from God.
FACILITATORS:
**Rev. E.
Gail Holness** **Rev. Deborah
Perkins** **Dr. Lonise Bias**
GENERAL
INFORMATION
LOCATION: DATE:
(410) 442-1320
ACCOMMODATIONS: ATTIRE:
Overnight stay (single room) or Day Event Casual, comfortable attire is recommended.
COLORS: PURPLE & BLACK. Feel free to wear these colors at any time during
the retreat.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
To
cancel your registration, please submit a written request postmarked no later
than September 16, 2009 to
TRANSFER POLICY:
In the
event you are unable to attend the conference and wish to transfer your
registration to another person, please provide written notification to Miya
Gray or Vergie Thomas no later than Friday, October 2, 2009.
PERSONAL CHECK POLICY:
If your check is returned
for any reason, your registration is automatically cancelled. There is a $10
service fee for all returned checks. If you choose to re-register and space is
available, CASH OR MONEY ORDER will be required.
COMMITTEE:
Miriam Dixon Miya
Gray Theresa
Jenkins Vergie Thomas
banana5768@gmail.com miyagray@verizon.net t_b_jenkins@yahoo.com
admin@wardmemorialamec.org
202-714-8541 202-425 8081 202-652-1393 202-398-3899
ADVISOR: PRAISE COORDINATOR: PASTOR:
Mrs. Helen R. Pridgen Rev. Tanya Fields Rev.
Conrad K. Pridgen
RETREAT SCHEDULE AND CONCURRENT WORKSHOPS
(See Workshop Descriptions on Reverse Page)
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DATE |
ACTIVITY |
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LOCATION |
FACILITATOR |
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FRI., OCT. 16 |
RETREAT CHECK-IN |
3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. |
BSSC |
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Spiritual Energizers |
5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. |
Potel Room |
Rev. Fields |
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Dinner |
6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. |
Patapsco |
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Evening Worship |
7:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. |
Potel Room |
Rev. E. Gail Holness |
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SAT., OCT. 17 |
Fitness Walk |
6:00 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. |
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Andrea Vincent |
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Morning Glory Explosion! |
7:05 a.m. 7:55 a.m. |
Potel Room |
Rev. Tanya Fields |
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* * * BREAKFAST - 8:00 a.m. –
9:00 a.m. – PATAPSCO * * * |
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOP I |
9:05 a.m. – 10:15 a.m. |
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Beyond |
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Rocking Chair |
Rev. Deborah Perkins |
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Escape the madness… |
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SHO* 2nd Fl |
Dr. Lonise Bias |
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Passion |
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Potel Room |
Rev. E. Gail Holness |
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOP II |
10:20 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. |
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SHO* 2nd Fl |
Rev. Deborah Perkins |
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Caught up in the Rapture of… |
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Rocking Chair |
Rev. E. Gail Holness |
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Hypnotic Poison |
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Potel Room |
Dr. Lonise Bias |
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* * * CHECK OUT – 11:01 – 11:15
a.m. * * * |
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOP II (Continued) |
11:20 a.m. – 11:55 a.m. |
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* * * LUNCH – 12:00 Noon –
1:00 p.m. – PATAPSCO * * * |
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CONCURRENT WORKSHOP III |
1:05 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. |
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Diamonds |
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Potel Room |
Rev. Deborah Perkins |
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Sand and Sable |
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Rocking Chair |
Dr. Lonise Bias |
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No Giorgio! |
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SHO* 2nd Fl |
Rev. E. Gail Holness |
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* * * BREATH OF FRESH AIR – 2:16 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. * * * |
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WORKSHOP IV |
2:35p.m. – 3:35 p.m. |
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Cool Water |
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Potel Room |
Dr. Lonise Bias |
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CLOSING REMARKS - Theresa
Jenkins CLOSING PRAYER – Rev. Tanya Fields |
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SHO = Sister Helena O’Sullivan Room, aka 2nd Floor
Porch
RETREAT
CONCURRENT WORKSHOP DESCRIPTIONS
WORKSHOP I
Beyond
Escape the
madness…Shake yourself loose!...Come to be delivered from your darkness,
let go of your past, get through your grief, rid your mind of its oppression,
be victorious over your violation, free from your loneliness, and healed of
your hurt. I smell Freedom!!! (only the
serious need apply.) (Bias)
Passion – We are women of power, confidence,
excellence and Godly influence, with a zest for life and a zeal for the things
of God. We’re dressed for the battle with a will to win! We possess extreme
motivation and great expectation. Let’s explore the positions and places God is
calling us to and how the maximization of who we are as women of god will bring
Him glory. (Holness)
WORKSHOP
II
Caught up in the Rapture of…(Singles).
Maintaining your passion for the things of God while managing your emotions and passion for him. Learn to use your creative energies
in ways that catapult you into the exalted things of God and keep you from
surrendering to the works of the flesh. Straight
Talk for big girls! (Holness)
Hypnotic Poison…It can be
tasteless, colorless, odorless and yet deadly. We must be beware of ungodly
attractions that seduce the mind, lure the heart, dazzle the eyes, influence the
will and bind the soul. Discuss the various phases of transformation and mind
renewal that lead to spiritual maturity. (Bias)
WORKSHOP
III
Diamonds – are a girls
best friend…dialogue and discussion around: the art of emitting a fragrance that
attracts and maintains healthy sister-girl friendships and the ministry of
creating safe places and spaces for one another, the quality of life, joy and
fulfillment these relationships bring. (Perkins)
Sand
and Sable…today is the first day of the best days of your life! Embrace your
season. In this workshop you’ll gain an appreciation for all of the life’s
stages. We want to hear from new mothers and empty nesters. We’ll take time to
admire the insight of the young while we treasure the wisdom of the seasoned.
Together, discover the common threads that keep us connected. (Bias)
No Giorgio!...still waiting for my “Boaz,” my biological clock
is ticking and I’ve got a longing for motherhood. What’s a single woman to do?
This workshop will provide insight, wisdom, godly council and guidance to help
you deal with maternal instincts and the emotions that accompany them. (Holness)
WORKSHOP
IV
Cool
Water…enjoy aromatherapy techniques, relaxation tips and reliable stress
resistors that bring wholeness, balance and healing while making the best of
your stress. We cannot ignore that stress exists, however we can embrace it and
learn how to allow God to use it for our good, providing us with opportunities
for growth and wisdom. (Bias)
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October
16-17, 2009 /