Retreating to the Smokies

Lodge #5

The Tennessee Smoky Mountain Christian Village Retreat Center will be the location for our annual Women's Ministry Ladies Retreat, February 19th-21st. This scenic and serene center is location in Pigeon Forge, just around the corner from Dollywood.

Ronda Vaught Paulson will be leading our sessions. Some of you may recall how marvelous she is from our Spring Tea this year. She is a master at sparking laughter, all the while touching the heart to seek that connection with Jesus Christ. The sessions include:

Session 1 - the importance of slowing down and listening to God

Session 2 - the importance of following God's lead

Session 3 - the importance of loving people

Session 4 - the importance of uniting as believers

Ronda has been a motivational speaker for ten years. She is the Head Cheerleading Coach at Milligan College. She has been married to Corrie for nearly 12 years. They have two children, Sophi, and Mac. They reside in Elizabethton, TN.

One of the reasons for choosing this location, is that all attendees get to stay in the same lodge. Both floors have large kitchens, great rooms, and gas fireplaces. Each floor has a washer and dryer. Lodge #5, pictured, sleeps 48.

Our sessions will be held in the Special Events Center, which can accommodate up to 90 people, has audio visual equipment, and a nice, catering kitchen.

Recreational activities include an indoor pool, hiking trails, and other outdoor sports. Shopping is very close by in Pigeon Forge.

We are now accepting registrations. Register before December 31st for $75.00. The fee includes two nights accommodations, dinner on Friday night, and three meals on Saturday, and an awesome speaker and music. After December 31st, the rate increases to $85.00.

You can register by mail. Mail name, address, e-mail, and phone number , along with your check. Make payable to ISBC, and indicate for Ladies Retreat:

Pam Archer, Director

ISBC Womens Ministry Events

325 Hill Rd.

Kingsport, TN 37664

Registration forms will also be in the Holiday Dinner, on November 13th, or at church on Sundays.

Invite your friends to this amazing weekend! It makes a great Christmas gift!

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