Women’s Retreat Renews Faith and Connection
Many women juggle multiple roles, such as mothers, wives, caregivers, sisters, employees—the list goes on! Each of these roles demands attention, energy and love. Yet, amid serving others, we often forget to take those much-needed “time out” moments to refuel and nourish our own spiritual well-being.
Thankfully, more than 120 women from Oklahoma, Arkansas and Texas made the decision to attend the transformational “Faithful Still” Oklahoma Conference Women’s Weekend Retreat, held Nov. 1-3, 2024, at Wewoka Woods Adventist Center (WWAC).
Attendees experienced inspirational worships led by Debby Terzo, Laura Ham and Brandi Williams. In addition to individual quiet reflection time, the women enjoyed praise-and-relaxation stretch sessions led by Pam Vinson, flower arranging demos by Lauren Fraser, pool and waterfront activities with Heather Vixie, nature center tours with Bob Holbrook and morning prayer walks with Jumana Lee. And of course, they enjoyed the delicious meals prepared by the wonderful WWAC staff.
The women appreciated special additions to the weekend, including shopping at the Adventist Book Center (ABC) hosted by Mick Johnson from Texas ABC, exploring the “Faithful Still” vendor marketplace and participating in a fun meal-packing event with Meals of Hope. The women packed more than 10,000 meals, an achievement made possible thanks to the generosity of individual donors and a large donation facilitated by Native American Ministries of Oklahoma.
This year’s theme focused on 2 Thessalonians 3:3, which says, “But the Lord is faithful, and He will strengthen you and protect you from the evil one.” Each activity and session, led by DeeAnn Bragaw, North American Division Women’s Ministries director, served as a reminder that no matter the challenges we face, our God is faithful still.
The weekend retreat was more than just a getaway; it was an invitation to encounter God in a powerful way and to return to daily life with renewed faith, strength and purpose. It was an opportunity to integrate faith more fully, connect meaningfully with other women and experience an empowered and transformed life.
