2017 Workshops & Crafts

Workshops           

Workshop Session 1 10:45-11:30                                                                             "Mentoring Done Right" led by Val Bantz/Dana Pederson
Mentoring....it's all the rage right now.  But do I have what it takes to be a mentor? Where do I begin? And how will I know if I'm doing it right? Join us as we answer these questions and more at a fun, interactive breakout  session designed to excite you, equip you and put you on the right track for success in mentoring. The need for Godly mentors is great, but the rewards are even greater. Thank goodness it's Jesus who does the equipping and produces the results!      

 “Dealing with Grief and Loss” led by Betsy Beach/Dolores Oliva                                                                            Grief is a natural response to a loss of any kind and an experience that many of us have walked at some point in our lives. Through this workshop we will explore some important lessons on grief and loss, it’s causes and pitfalls and learn essential tools for how to grieve effectively.  We will learn together about the beauty that can be found in our ashes and how God can use those times in our lives to draw us into a deeper understanding of who He is. 

Workshop Session 2 11:30-12:15                                                                        
“Menu Planning/Recipe Roundtable” facilitated by Stacey Roszhart/Debi Lydic                                           Tired of planning the same meals over and over again.  Spice it up by sharing favorite menu planning ideas and recipes with your retreat friends.

“Blogging Ideas” led by Kimberly Stuart                                                                                                                             To blog or not to blog...Let's just face that question head on. What does blogging require in terms of time? Technology? Photography? Motivation? We'll talk about the purpose and the promise, and we'll get real about the nuts and bolts, including the question of whether a blog is the best way to connect with your support network or if there's another option that would be a better fit. Bring your ideas, questions, and a willingness to share what's working and what's not so we can all leave with a toolbox full of great ideas.

Retreat Fun              

Wake Up and Move with Laura Erickson                             6:30-6:55am                                              

Saturday and Sunday at 6:30-6:55am*. Jump start your day with stretching and scriptural focus. 

Stride, Strengthen and Stretch with Laura Erickson              1:00-2:15pm                                                                   Saturday afternoon at 1:00pm*. Enjoy a time of active breathing! We will hike at a moderate pace for 30- 40 minutes, and then return to the retreat center for a 20 minute session of body strengthening using Pilates techniques, followed by a 10 minute “cool down” time of stretching and relaxing. This is an active workout, with modifications to accommodate different levels of fitness.   Bring a towel!

*Location to be announced.

Crafts                                                                           1:00-2:30, 2:45-4:00pm                                                        

Metal Jewelry Stamping and Leather Earring Design will be offered on Saturday Afternoon at both the 1:00pm and 2:45pm sessions.   Why not try BOTH!

Metal Jewelry Stamping with Team Zebra                                                             

Create custom metal jewelry with metal stamping tools and supplies. Choose from a variety of decorative stamps with letters and shapes to make your own necklace or earrings or create additional pieces that can be attached to jewelry you already have. 

Leather Earring Design with Team Zebra                                                                  

Choose from a variety of pre-cut leather leaf shapes in fun colors and sizes to make your own personalized earring. Add some additional decorative shapes for a retreat special creation.

Open Self Directed Crafts—Saturday Afternoon and  Evening Bible Art Journaling                                                                                                                                          Grab a friend and enjoy Bible Art Journaling.  A variety of supplies furnished by DaySpring and Illustrated Faith will be available for you to use as you want.  A great way to spend time in the Word and share His love with a special sister in Christ.

Greeting Card Design Get creative with stamps, scissors, stickers and glue.  This is a great chance to create a variety of cards for those special times and people in your life.  

Friday and Saturday Night                                                                      

9:00pm Friday  Night—Skits, Games and a CEREAL BAR! Yes, that’s right-CEREAL!  

7:30pm   Saturday night-Skits, Games and Ice Cream Sundaes!

Prayer                                                                         

Prayer Room

A Prayer Room has been prepared for you to spend quiet time with the Lord. Consider coming for a time to be still in His presence.  

Schedule Prayer with Our Team

Specific prayer need? Heavy heart? Need a time of refreshment?  Just want the blessing of praying with someone and being prayed for? Schedule a specific time to meet with a woman from our team for confidential prayer time.  Sign up sheets are available as you enter and exit each Teaching Session.

Prayer Before and After Each Session                                                                               

Several Valley Church women will be available fifteen minutes before and after each session to pray with you.