ABOUT THE Connect RETREAT

Dear friends,

Good news! The Connect Retreat is scheduled for May 2-3rd! We will be back at Lakewood Park Bible Camp in Devils Lake, ND. The theme this year is AUDACIOUS FAITH. She will be known by her boldness of faith.

These twenty four hours will be packed with worship, encouragement, equipping you to step out to make disciples, building friendships and growing together in the Lord.  A continuation of our Reach Her initiative, we strive to give you tools to reach the women in your life with the Gospel of Jesus. 

As we gather together, it is our desire each woman feels they’ve connected with Jesus and each other.  We are better together.  Come expecting to be challenged and blessed!  

Looking forward to seeing each of you! 


“This is not the time to pull away and neglect meeting together, as some have formed the habit of doing. In fact, we should come together even more frequently, eager to encourage and urge each other onward as we anticipate that day dawning.” Hebrews 10:25 TPT

Love,

The Connection Team

SCHEDULE

FRIDAY, May 2

1:00-2:30 pm: Check-in/Registration

2:30-4:00 pm: Opening Gathering

5:00-6:00 pm: Dinner

7:00-9:00 pm: Evening Gathering

9:30 pm: After Party

SATURDAY, May 3

8:00 -8:45 am: Breakfast

9:00-10:15 am: Morning Gathering

10:30-11:00 am: Coffee Break

11:00-1:00 pm: Final Gathering

1:00 pm: Dismissal

LOCATION

LAKEWOOD PARK BIBLE CAMP

220 Woodland Ave

Devils Lake, ND 58301

 

REGISTRATION

PREREGISTER BY March 29

General (w/2 meals): $75 // Price goes up to $85 on April 18

General (no meals): $60 // Price goes up to $70 on April 18

Single Moms & Full Time Students (w/2 meals): $40 // Price goes up to $50 on April 18

LODGING

Speaker: Heather Bixler

Heather is an ordained minister and a U.S. Pastoral Care Chaplain with the Assemblies of God. Additionally, she is a licensed trauma therapist (utilizing EMDR) in the state of Arkansas, where she works with individuals and families. She is passionate about folding theology and therapy together and loves serving and joining women in their pursuit of healing and growth as she testifies to seeing the Holy Spirit minister in her clinical work. She also serves in a supporting role for her husband, who is the Executive Director of Compact Family Services and the Assemblies of God Foster Care Network.


This last fall, she began her PhD educational journey with Regent University in Counselor Education and Supervision. Heather is also a wife of 30 years, mother of 2 + 2, and an Emmy of one amazing grandson and one granddaughter.

Worship Leader: Melodee Self

My name is Melodee Self, and I have had the joyful privilege of leading worship for over 17 years. Currently, I serve as the pastor’s wife at Verndale Family Life Church in Verndale, MN, where I am passionate about creating an atmosphere of love and reverence of God.

I am a mother of 3 Children 20, 19,16 who love Jesus mind body and soul, one of which will be worshipping with us from the drums. My kids have been sent straight from God to allow me to raise up and love. There has been no greater honor. No job, no wealth on earth can top the blessing of children who love and follow Jesus.

My journey in worship leading has been a profound expression of my love for God and my desire to help others intimately experience His presence. Music has the unique ability to open hearts and draw us closer to the Creator, and I strive to facilitate encounters with God that leave lasting impressions on all who join us in worship.

I believe that worship is not just a musician experience but a lifestyle of surrender, gratitude, and connection with the divine. It’s a privilege to lead others in this sacred space, where we can unite in spirit and truth, seeking His face together.

In my time at Verndale Family Life Church, I have witnessed the transformative power of worship in the loves of individuals and our community as a whole. My heart’s desire is to continue to create opportunities for all to encounter God’s love, grace, and mercy through collective worship.

I am excited about the opportunity to share in this ministry and further enrich our worship experience, bringing glory to God in all we do. Together, let’s explore the depths of His presence and the heights of His glory!

Excited to worship together!

MEDIA KIT

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