Finding Purpose in the Pain Retreat Program

Finding Purpose in the Pain Restoration Retreat March 10 - 13th, 2022 Carefree Arizona

CONFERENCE PROGRAM SCHEDULE, SPEAKERS, LOGISTICS, JOURNAL/PRAYER PROMPTS

Welcome I am so honored and grateful to have you all be a part of this retreat. I know that God hand-picked each of you and that He will ordain and bless our time together. This is not only going to be a time of healing and restoration, but also an opportunity to grow.

I would ask that you step out of your box, meet new people with different ideas, try new things (like painting or hiking or yoga) and to be open to what God has in store for you. He has a divine purpose for all of us and we are going to have a wonderful time together.

I ask for grace.... because things will not be perfect, they never are. We hope you can look past a few things and find the best in every situation. By each of us having grace and love for one another and being mindful of those around us who may not think like we think, or worship like we worship, we will walk away with a new appreciation for one another and I believe God will meet every need and expectation according to His purposes.

A huge thank-you to our incredible speakers, the worship and fitness leaders, and our planning team! I could never have done this without your support. and I am so grateful for your willingness to step up and be a part of this retreat. Please be sure to let me know what I can do this weekend to make your experience all that you hoped for!

God Bless You. Make New Friends. Have a Wonderful Weekend.

Brenda Ferland

Come, dear one, come pause and rest. Make new connections with your sisters in Christ as together we open our hearts to receive what the Lord has for us this weekend. Let’s listen for the gentle whisper of His still small voice through planned activities, times of rest, the beauty of nature, and uplifting fellowship. I welcome you and look forward to spending time with you.

Dena Yohe

Welcome, dear sisters.

What a beautiful invitation you have accepted to come to this quiet place to still your hearts, rest your bodies, and renew your minds.

Our Creator welcomes you into his peaceful presence where you will find healing and restoration. This retreat is a place for us to let go and let God move in our lives. You will not leave disappointed. By His grace, you will be forever changed. I am grateful and honored to be on this transformative journey with you.

Dawn🌸

How I WISHED for something like this when I needed it… a safe place, with safe women who could understand me and walk alongside me… I needed a pillow on which to rest my tired, broken heart. That’s why I’m so thankful you’re joining us this weekend!

May you feel loved and listened to, hugged and heard, refreshed and restored. I can’t wait to see each of your sweet faces and I love you already!

Hello beautiful women and welcome to the retreat. I’m excited to meet each of you and hear your stories. I’m anticipating the good things that God has for you this weekend and beyond.

He sees you, knows you, and loves you intimately. Please know that you’ve been prayed for long before you arrived here, you have opportunities to be prayed over this weekend, and you will be covered in prayer after we say goodbye. I’m glad you’ve joined us and I look forward to connecting with you this weekend!

Beth

Mary

I can't wait for you to "be the artist" and create over my designs. There will be a 4x5 canvas with hidden scriptures and messages available throughout the weekend for YOU to paint. Afterwards, everyone will receive a digital copy to commemorate the weekend. I am so looking forward to getting to know each of you!

DEBRA

Welcome from Brianna Come S-T-R-E-T-C-H your faith with me! Join me for a WholyFit experience. WholyFit is a biblically based stretching, strength & flexibility fitness system that strengthens body, mind and spirit. You don’t have to do yoga to stretch. I welcome you to come and personally experience Jesus while we are meditating on His word. All levels are welcome from beginner to more advanced. I look forward to stretching into new experiences with you.

Come dressed in workout clothes, or clothes that you can move easily in. Sock and shoes not required. If you would like to bring your personal workout mat, you are more than welcome to. We will have some available.

i z u S d n A I look forward to sharing this weekend with all of you. As a fitness and nutrition coach,I am available to any of you who would like 1:1 coaching.

If you are struggling with finding the right exercise or nutritional program that suits your needs, let's chat during lunch or a break, and I will be happy to share some tips. Need a quick but TOTAL body workout? Give me 7 minutes and I'll show you a program that can transform your life.

WELCOME TO

ARIZONA

SCHEDULE AT A GLANCE THURSDAY S A T U R D A Y 4 - 8 PM

ARRIVALS & WELCOME RECEPTION

Friday 8:00

BREAKFAST

8:30

MORNING SESSION

10:00

8:00

BREAKFAST

8:30

MORNING SESSION

10:00

SHARE CIRCLE

11:00

WHOLY FIT

12:00

LUNCH

1:00

FREE TIME

2:00

BREAKOUT SESSION

3:30

BREAKOUT SESSION

4:30

FREE TIME

5:30

DINNER

7:00

EVENING SESSION

8:30

FREE TIME

SUNDAY 7:30

WHOLY FIT

8:00

BREAKFAST

SHARE CIRCLE

8:30

MORNING SESSION

11:00

WHOLY FIT

9:30

SPEAKER PANEL

12:00

LUNCH

10:30

SHARE CIRCLE

1:00

FREE TIME

12:00

LUNCH

2:00

BREAKOUT SESSION

3:30

BREAKOUT SESSION

4:30

FREE TIME

5:30

DINNER

7:00

EVENING SESSION

8:30

FREE TIME

1:00

DEPARTURES & FREETIME

Friday 8:00

BREAKFAST Dining Room & Patio

8:30

MORNING SESSION RAVENSCROFT CHAPEL

10:00 11:00

SHARE CIRCLE WHOLY FIT Poolside

12:00

LUNCH DINING ROOM & PATIO

12:30 2:00

FREE TIME BREAKOUT SESSION

3:30

BREAKOUT SESSION

4:30 5:30

FREE TIME DINNER Dining Room & Patio

7:00

EVENING SESSION Ravenscroft Chapel

8:30

FREE TIME

Saturday 8:00

BREAKFAST Dining Room & Patio

8:30

MORNING SESSION Estrem Building

10:00 11:00

SHARE CIRCLE WHOLY FIT Poolside

12:00

LUNCH Dining Room & Patio

1:00 2:00

FREE TIME BREAKOUT SESSION

3:30

BREAKOUT SESSION

4:30 5:30

FREE TIME DINNER Dining Room & Patio

7:00

EVENING SESSION Revenscroft Chapel

8:30

FREE TIME

Sunday 7:30

WHOLY FIT

8:00

BREAKFAST Dining Room & Patio

8:30

MORNING SESSION Ravenscroft Chapel

10:00 11:00 12:00

SPEAKER PANEL SHARE CIRCLE LUNCH Dining Room & Patio

1:00

DEPARTURES & FREETIME

2:00

**SIGHTSEEING TRIP TO CAVE CREEK OR SCOTTSDALE

7:00

DINNER

**For those attendees staying over Sunday night, you will have a choice between staying at the resort or going on a sightseeing trip. Dinner TBA

Meet Our

SPEAKERS Dena Yohe Author & Speaker Orlando, Florida Dena Yohe has been a social worker, pastor's wife, and CRU affiliate staff. She and her husband Tom are co-founders of Hope for Hurting Parents (HopeforHurtingParents.com). They have been guests on Family Talk with Dr. James Dobson, Family Life with Dennis Rainey, and Focus on the Family with Jim Daly. An avid blogger, Dena is a proud mom of three adult children and loves being Mimi to her grandchildren. She enjoys garage sales, gardening, and music.

Brenda Ferland Trauma Recovery Coach Apache Junction, Arizona

Brenda had a vision for this retreat 3 years ago.

Thanks to the prayers and support of so many others it became a reality in 2020. Brenda is the mother of two grown sons Asa, 37 and Zane, 35. Asa has struggled with addiction and has been in rehab and prison most of his adult life. Zane is severely disabled. He is non-verbal and requires total care.

This isn't how she anticipated her life, but through God's grace she is using her pain to help others navigate their similar journey. Brenda is a certified Trauma Recovery Coach and public speaker.

Dawn Ward Author and Speaker Las Vegas, Nevada

Dawn is the founder of The Faith to Flourish, a ministry for women with family members battling addiction or other life controlling issues. She is the mother of three adults children, two sons who have struggled with addiction and a daughter who is in the Autism spectrum. Dawn has a heart for women who desire a deeper relationship with Jesus in the midst of their hardship. Through impactful teaching and Bible studies, she guides them into a deeper understanding of the scriptures. Dawn is a speaker, writer, blogger, and teacher of the word of God. She co-authored the workbook, Still Standing After All the Tears:Faith in the Battle Edition and is a contributing writer for Pray With Confidence. She loves her Lord, her hubby, her kids, her dogs, travel, long walks and coffee.

Beth Smith Minister and Author Waco, Texas Beth served alongside her husband for 20 years with Campus Crusade for Christ, working with unreached people groups all over the world. Together they’ve raised 5 children and have one granddaughter, Selma.

Widowed at an early age, Beth has been a secondary teacher, homeschooling mom, and a creative writer for a ministry. She has survived advanced breast cancer, prodigal children and most recently, child-loss.

She and her husband are now actively involved in discipleship through their non-profit ministry, Jesus Said Go, in West Africa as well as through their local church in Waco, Texas. Beth loves mentoring young women in her free time, reading and writing.

Brianna Irwin WholyFit Instructor & Worship Pastor Ft. Worth, Texas

Brianna is the mother of two children ages 12 and 5. She is the worship leader at River of Life Christian center in Bridgeport Texas, intern at Lifestyle Christianity University, and Wholyfit Christian Fitness instructor. Brianna was a victim of abuse, sexually physically and mentally. She had both kids outside of marriage and has been in abusive relationships. She was looking for her identity through men and coping with pain through drugs. But Jesus has saved her, changed her life and is growing her into the woman that He has called her to be. She motivates others to overcome through the victory of Jesus Christ.

Debra Lee Murrow Healing through Art Phoenix, Arizona

Debra leads women to experience the word of God and receive healing through art. She will encourage creativity and help us reveal our natural God given talents and abilities in pen and ink. Participants will have the opportunity to participate in a group canvas and/or create a piece of art to take home with you as a memorial of our healing retreat.

Suzanne Havens Lifestyle Motivator & Fitness Expert Scottsdale, Arizona

Suzi is recognized as a fitness innovator and trend setter.

Suzi helps transform bodies and minds of all ages around the world, with her simple fitness routines and motivational talks. She shows everyone how they can easily get strong, fit and flexible in a little as 7 minutes a day. She knows the struggles of raising a son with addiction and the toll it can take on women. She uses her wellness background and personal story of faith in Christ to motivate others to make themselves a priority.

Mary Topolinski Professional Life Coach Crystal Lake, Illinois

Mary is the founder of Social Strategies and provides social skills training for kids, teens and adults. She is a trained professional life coach through Coaching Out of the Box and the International Coaching Federation. She is a facilitator for “Hope for Hurting Parents” and is passionate about partnering alongside moms who are walking through difficulties with their children. She has been married to her husband Jeff for 32 years and has three grown sons.

She has mothered her children through decades of crises by navigated the worlds of autism, addiction, mental illness and neurological disorders. She is also a military mom! Her greatest joy comes from sharing her experiences, praying over others, and using her pain to direct others into closer fellowship with Jesus. Mary loves hiking, biking, cooking and getting together with friends.

Diane Scott Founder, Director, CEO at Shining Light Peer Services Jacksonville, Florida

Diane Scott is a nationally certified recovery peer specialist. She has worked in non profit industry since 2016 and in 2018 she became the Founder and Director of a Recovery Community Organziation at Shining Light Peer Services. Diane is a trained WRAP, Helping others Heal, and Seeking Safety facilitator. She is a survivor and her heart is to use her story to inspire hope in others.

BREAKOUT

Stop the Spiral Gain Control of Your Mind Brenda Ferland Are you anxious? Fearful? Hopeless? Do you feel like you are in a rut and as hard as you try you can't seem to break free of those negative habits and thought patterns that are keeping you stuck? Do you have peace and victory one day only to go to bed the next night feeling completely defeated?

In this session you will learn to identify the lies we believe, the triggers that set us off, and the steps we need to take to stop the spiral and take back control of our minds. We will develop practices that allow God's truth become the battle plan to win the war in your mind. There really is a better way to live. Peace and joy are just on the other side of this battle in our minds.

Resilience - Dena Yohe Difficulties in life stretch us, sometimes to our breaking point. Becoming resilient can make the difference and prevent us from turning into hardened, cynical people. In this breakout session we’ll discuss what we think resilience is. We'll discover why we need to be resilient and how we can develop this quality in our lives.

Do you have a breaking point? What if it happens?

What then?

We’ll take a look at what the Bible has to say that can help us and spend some time alone to process what we’ve heard in the session.

If your journey has left you feeling hardened and defeated, you may need resilience more than you thought.

Courageous Change: How to Boldly Pivot When Life Demands a Reset - Dawn Ward Do you feel the plans for your life have been brought to a screeching halt by some unexpected news that has turned your world upside down? Life-changing experiences such as the death of a loved one, receiving word of a chronic illness, the shocking news of a child’s addiction, a devastating job loss, or a painful divorce cause us to worry about our future. What will happen to us and to those we love? Life-altering moments like these call for courage in the face of uncertainty. It’s in these unlikely, but opportune times, the Lord will give us strength and hope so we can boldly pivot when life demands a reset.

FROM TEST TO TESTIMONY: Letting God Turn your PAIN into a PLATFORM for Personal Ministry Beth Smith WHAT NOW? It’s happened. You can’t go back and change it. How can God take YOUR tragic story and use it for His glory and someone else’s GOOD? In this session, we’ll discover how to stop looking behind us and to begin looking forward - to what God wants to do with us and through us.

Life as you once knew it may be over, but God has SO MUCH MORE ahead for you. Come find out what that is!

BELOVED - Brianna Irwin Healing Hearts Through Relationship When you are interested in starting a relationship with someone, where do you begin? By getting to know them.

How? You set aside time for conversations and experiences. Just like humans, so it is with the God who desires us.

In this session, we will be making room for the Lord to move and speak to each individual. It is vital we all learn to hear from the Father ourselves so we know we are loved, despite our circumstances.

“And a voice came from heaven, “You are my beloved Son; with you I am well pleased.””

Mark 1:11 ESV Healing starts when we encounter the healer. We hope to see you there!

5 Self Care Myths - Mary Topolinksi How to Care for Yourself When it’s the Last Thing You Have Time For Everywhere are reminders to take better care of ourselves. We know we should, but with stress like ours, self-care doesn’t make the priority list. It seems like an impossible ask! Or is it? In this breakout we will explore five common myths about self-care and discover ways that get what we truly need. Although pedicures and bubble baths are nice, find out how to fill up with the things that truly nurture your soul.

WRAP … Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) - Diane Scott Is a simple and powerful process for creating the life and wellness you want. With WRAP, you can: Discover simple, safe, and effective tools to create and maintain wellness. Develop a daily plan to stay on track with your life and wellness goals. Identify what throws you off track and develop a plan to keep moving forward.

Gain support and stay in control even in a crisis. The WRAP process supports you to identify the tools that keep you well and create action plans to put them into practice in your everyday life. All along the way, WRAP helps you incorporate key recovery concepts and wellness tools into your plans and your life.

COLORME Pen & Ink Art Class Debra Morrow Debra will help guide you through a creative process which can help you hear the voice of the Lord and shut down the critical side of your brain.

You will create your own personal Pen & Ink WORD art piece. You will also learn to create with the Pentel Color Brush and explore many mediums such as: oil pastels, chalk pastels, water color pencils…. Everyone’s art piece is different. Let Debra and God help draw out the artist within.

Creative Fitness in Just 7 Minutes Suzi Havens Stress and uncertainty tend to dampen our motivation and energy levels. Netflix is more enticing than ramping up for a work out. Rest is is part of recovery and IS important, but so is movement! Something is always better than nothing when it comes to movement and it is key to managing stress and anxiety. Suzi will show you how to fit in a total body routine in just 7 minutes a day. Fitness does not require a gym membership or carving out an hour of your day. Learn how to stop your all or nothing thinking and add in small bouts of exercise throughout your day for big results!

Choose by Number Brenda - 1 Dena - 2 Dawn - 3 Beth - 4 Brianna - 5 Mary - 6 Diane - 7 Debra - 8 Suzi - 9

Breakout Session Schedule

Breakout Session Schedule

Massage Schedule

My Personal Schedule

My Circle Group Leader:

Breakout Session 1Breakout Session 2Breakout Session 3Breakout Session 4Massage Session 1Massage Session 2Massage Session 3-

Logistics/Housekeeping Items Schedule: This is YOUR retreat, but it is also for the lady sitting next to you. You are not required to attend ANY session that we have planned. If you came just to relax or at anytime feel you want to deviate from our schedule feel free to do so. We just ask that you be quiet and mindful of those speaking and attending sessions.

Main Sessions: Main sessions will be held in Ravenscroft Chapel on Friday and in Estrem Bldg Saturday morning and afternoon, due to another event being held in the chapel.

Breakout Sessions: You selected breakout sessions in the survey and we ask that you attend the ones you were assigned to. If you would like to change, please reach out to Retreat Hostess—Brenda Ferland and she can try to accommodate your request.

Praise and Worship: Everyone practices praise and worship in their own personal way.

Do not feel pressured or uncomfortable if someone worships differently than you. They are serving and praising their God the way they choose and we want everyone to have the liberty to do so. Give grace and be mindful.

Prayer: If you need prayer at any time please reach out to any of the speakers or Retreat Hosts, we want you to know we are here for you and this is meant to be a time of healing and restoration and YOU are our top priority, regardless of what is going on.

WholyFit/Yoga: Yoga mats and blocks are available for up 12 participants. Brianna will make modifications for anyone who wants to participate but isn’t sure they have the flexibility or ability. Give it a chance. It’s so much fun!

Hiking: There are some of the most beautiful mountains in the world within walking distance. This is Arizona, so the climate is dryer and you should be well hydrated and take water even for the shortest of hikes. Rattlesnakes are around, even if you don’t see them.

Don’t be too afraid, just be aware.

Water: We have two filtered water stations on campus: in Estrem kitchen and in the Conference Lobby. Please feel free to fill your water bottles as often as needed.

Beverages: Coffee and tea are available 24hrs a day in the Estrem building adjacent to the lounge area. Spirit logo mugs are there for you to use and they help us save on paper cups. The soda machine is located next to the ice machine in the Estrem building.

Logistics/Housekeeping Items Snacks: There will be snacks available in the Atrium Lounge and the Hospitality Kitchen in the Estrem Bldg.

Breakfast: is at 8:00 am and the kitchen will close by 8:30.

Lunch: is at noon and will close at 12:30 Dinner: is at 5:30 and kitchen will close by 6 pm Please arrive for meals at the appointed times. We also ask that you bus your own tables in the dining room.

Health and Safety: Please be mindful and courteous of everyone around you. Some attendees are still at high risk or have high risk family members. We ask that you be respectful of those keeping their social distance and do not infringe on their space without their permission.

MICROWAVE, TOASTER, TOASTER OVEN AND FRIG W/FREEZER: are located in the Estrem kitchen Towels & Linens: are available We don’t change towels and bed linens daily. If you need clean towels/linens, pillow, blankets, Kleenex, etc., please ask at the front desk.

Irons, ironing boards are also available at the front desk. All lodging rooms have hair dryers.

Emergencies: For emergencies during the hours of 9pm to 7am, knock on door of Resident Host--Room 21. All medical emergencies call 911 immediately!

Internet: Secure wireless access is available on the immediate campus. The password is spiritdesert. The icon that pops up on your wireless search will say SITD and that is us.

Key Code: After hours, the Estrem building is locked. A keypad is available for you to enter during this time. The code is on the back of your room key.

Key Policy: Lodging room keys are given out to our guests and are to be returned to us at check-out. If all keys are not turned in at the end of your event, a $10 replacement fee will be assessed and a revised invoice will be sent.

Pool & Jacuzzi: Hours are from 7:00am to 9:00pm. Access to pool/spa is by room 29 in the Estrem building and behind the dining room patio. Both room and pool-gate keys are given to you upon registration. Clean pool towels can also be found next to Estrem room 29.

Logistics/Housekeeping Items Equipment (monitors, projectors, whiteboards, etc.) and furniture should be moved between rooms and buildings only by Spirit in the Desert staff. The podium and altar in the Large Chapel may not be removed off of the stage level. If you need the blinds up/down in the Large Chapel, you must contact Front Desk to do this for you. Do not attempt this yourselves.

Damage to blinds may incur charges.

Please use flameless candles only.

Food or beverages are allowed in approved areas only. Please adhere to this request.

Carpet-cleaning and other cleaning-related fees will be billed when carpets and other surfaces are soiled due to spilled food, beverage, or other stain-producing materials.

Shopping: There is a grocery store within walking distance if you forget anything or want a specific snack or beverage that is not provided.

Spirit in the Desert is not responsible for lost items.

Any Other Questions: Please don't hesitate to find a Retreat Team Member or Text Brenda at 602-541-1639

A VERY SPECIAL

Thank You to Our Sponsors Children of Promise Ministries

www.thechildrenofpromise.com