Retreats
Retreats provide the gift of time apart from our everyday rhythms and routines to take things slower, to encounter that which lies beyond ourselves, and to listen attentively to our own lives and those of others.
The focus of retreats may vary from workshop and program based to long stretches of silence and solitude. Whatever the topics, themes and emphasis, I seek to create a spacious place of hospitality where your soul can breathe in companionship with others, and return to your daily life with an inner stillness that grounds you.
“A retreat is about listening and waiting, receiving, and being."
Jane E. Vennard
Women's Retreat - Trinity Baptist Church
Slow Down (2016). Listening to God (2017).
"Witty was the keynote speaker at our Trinity Baptist Ladies’ Retreat in 2016 and 2017. Witty is well-read, applies what she learns to everyday life, is passionate about her faith, and helping other women develop their faith. She is genuine, has a great sense of humor. Her calm and peaceful disposition was evident as she led our retreat ladies in an interactive manner. She encouraged our ladies to be refreshed, renewed, and refocused on our relationship with God."
Gail Fraser and Betty Adam, coordinators of Trinity Baptist Church Ladies' Retreat.
Ministry Renewal Retreat for Christian Reformed Church Pastors, Spouses, and Leaders.
Knowing yourself for the sake of others. A pilgrimage of identity.
"The presentations were helpful to my life and ministry."
"Really appreciated the focus on personality and would appreciate more of this in future retreats."
"This weekend was so valuable and such a good time for us as a couple and for our personal growth."
(A collection of comments by retreat participants from the feedback forms.)
Christ Church Young Adult Retreat.
Take a Breath: You Don’t Have To Have It All Figured Out.
Exploring our identity, significance, and vocation.
"Witty facilitated an incredibly meaningful retreat for our church's Young Adults' Group on the themes of identity and vocation. Witty's facilitation style is thoughtful, warm, and inclusive; she knows how to create a trusting space that draws people in and encourages reflection. With Witty's guidance, the retreat was everything we hoped, and many participants expressed gratitude for the spiritual reflection and community-building Witty encouraged."
Mary-Ann Shantz, Young Adult Ministry.
Interested in Booking Me For Your Retreat?
Whatever the theme or topic, my retreat work brings a contemplative orientation where participants can encounter the fullness of presence within themselves, their surroundings, and one another. I will work with you to understand your heart for your retreat and together, we can design a schedule that serves your group. A healthy dose of fun is a must!