Oreland EPC 2024 Women’s Retreat February 9, 10, 11 2024 Bird-In-Hand Family Inn Our Retreat Theme: Friendship as Spiritual Companionship What does it mean to be a “Christ-centered” friend? To cultivate Christ-like friendships? We’ll explore this by looking at three different visuals that the Bible gives us about who we are in Christ, and the impact this can have on our friendships: First, we are BRANCHES, living alongside each other while we draw life from Jesus the True Vine. Next, we are BATTLE-BUDDIES, helping each other to remain steadfast in the fight of faith. And finally, we are members of the BRIDE of Christ, and yet servants or ‘bridesmaids’ to each other. How do we help each other live fully engaged in the present, yet eagerly waiting for heaven and the Marriage Feast of the Lamb, Jesus Christ? Meet Our Speaker: Ellen Dykas Ellen grew up in the Midwest and moved to Philly in 2005. She received her MA in Biblical Studies from Covenant Theological Seminary and a graduate certificate in biblical Counseling from the Christian Counseling and Education Foundation. She serves as the Director of Equipping for Ministry to Women for Harvest USA, a national ministry focused on gospel-centered discipleship and teaching regarding sexuality and gender. Ellen loves ministry to women and is most passionate about mentoring, teaching God’s Word and spiritually nurturing others to walk deeply with Jesus. New Life Presbyterian in Dresher, PA, is her home church. Our Venue: We are heading back to Lancaster County to the lovely Bird-in-Hand Family Inn. It offers amenities such as indoor swimming pools, tennis and basketball courts, and recreational facilities. The Inn is also near many Lancaster County attractions such as Bird-in-Hand Farmer’s Market (walking distance), Kitchen Kettle Village, and the shopping outlets. Cost to Attend: (Per Person Per Weekend) One-person room: $ 346 Two-person room: $ 210 Three-person room: $ 181 Four-person room: $ 166 The above rates include 2 nights lodging, 2 dinners, 2 breakfasts, & $20 Registration Fee. Non-refundable $100 Deposit due by Sunday, December 3, 2023 Full Payment due by Sunday, January 7, 2024 Follow the link to find out more and print the registration form.