We're Delighted To See You...
We've compiled a list of everything you need to pack your bags, prepare your hearts, and arrive at Victory Ranch in Bolivar, TN.
What To Expect
From the first page of Scripture to the last, the Bible tells a unified story not of human striving, but of divine pursuit. A God who creates. A God who seeks. A God who restores. And a God who still delights to meet with His people.
Throughout our time together, we will be asking two central questions:
What story am I living in?
And just as importantly: How do I live in that story each day?
Whether you have spent years in God’s Word or feel intimidated every time you open your Bible, the invitation is the same. God delights in His creation. He delights in you. And He invites you to delight in Him—to be formed by His Word, shaped by His grace, and drawn more deeply into the story He is still writing.
We cannot wait to gather, to listen, to reflect, and to respond together.
Packing List
We have a fun-filled weekend ahead that includes some outdoor activities. Please bring a jacket for the Friday night bonfire or for taking a walk during downtime.
T-shirts for you to wear on Saturday will be provided (you might want to bring a sweater since they're short-sleeved).
What To Pack
Twin bedding
Bath towel and washcloth
Bible
Journal and pen (you will receive a booklet)
Water bottle and/or favorite travel coffee mug
Jacket
Warm comfy clothes
Tennis shoes / good walking shoes
Sweater
Pajamas
Toiletries
Flashlight
Each cabin has 4 tables that are great for games, cards, puzzles, etc. Feel free to bring your favorite for your cabin!
Accommodations
Victory Ranch is located at:
4330 Mecklinburg Drive
Bolivar, TN 38008
Bolivar is a small town and is highly monitored, so please be mindful of speed limits as they change often. We advise that you download directions ahead of time as service may be limited in some areas.
Transportation
Limited seats are available to ride the church van. Email Amber McMahen for details.
Cabins and Arrangements
If you have questions about rooming arrangements, contact Laura Connerly
Food
We have some delicious meals and snacks planned for you all. If you have dietary restrictions please contact Laura Greenwell ahead of the retreat.
Parking
We ask that you carpool if possible. If you or your passengers have any mobility issues there will be a designated drop-off/pickup area for luggage.
Able-bodied individuals should leave the first two rows of parking available for those with mobility issues or who struggle walking long distances.
A Note To Breakout Leaders:
A Leader Guide for each breakout session has been prepared for you. Expect to receive this prior to the retreat. We will meet prior to the retreat to answer any questions you might have and give you your group assignments. Please come with a willing heart to facilitate and we will guide you through the rest.
Donate
Sponsorship: We believe no woman should have to miss out on this time of rest, renewal, and community because of finances. Your generosity makes it possible. Donate Here
Door Prizes: email Libby Smith,
Retreat Committee
Serve
We’d be Delighted to use your gifts and talents throughout the retreat! The following spots are open for those interested.
Photography: email Miles Stevens,
Communications Director
Prayer Team: email Sherry Webster,
Prayer Team Coordinator
Our Special Guests
Caroline Saunders
Speaker
"When I learned how to study the Bible, I found that I truly liked to study the Bible...structure led to delight, and I have not been the same since."
Caroline is a writer, Bible teacher, pastor's wife, and mom of three. She delights in helping women, teens and children know and love God's Word with a mix of wisdom and humor. Caroline co-founded Story & Soul, a ministry creating Scripture-centered retreats, and is the author of several Lifeway resources including Come Home: Tracing God's Promise of Home Through Scripture. She is passionate about pointing people to Jesus, our true home.
Katie Heckel
Worship Leader
Katie Heckel is a counselor, worship leader, singer-songwriter, and fierce follower of Jesus. She is the co-founder of RafikiFriends, a ministry that supports children at the Rafiki Village in Ghana—a place and people close to her heart. Katie has recorded several projects, including The Isaiah Project, Colors of Hope, and an EP with Jenny & Tyler, with all proceeds benefiting RafikiFriends. Whether leading worship, writing songs, or serving in ministry, Katie’s passion is helping others experience God’s presence and love.
Life pulls at us from every direction—family needs, work demands, and hidden burdens we rarely name.
In the midst of it all, many of us long for more than just getting through the day. We ache for rest, for joy, for a deeper sense of God’s presence.
This retreat is your invitation to pause. Together as women, we’ll step away from our routines and rediscover the joy of delighting in God’s Word.
Whether you’re carrying weariness, questions, or excitement, come expecting God to meet you in fresh ways.
Read. Pray. Share.
As you prepare your heart, listen to Pastor Grant Caldwell introduce us to David Platt’s MAPS method—a simple rhythm for meeting God in His Word.
Together in breakout groups, we’ll walk through each step: meditating and memorizing Scripture, applying it to our lives, praying it back to God, and sharing what He’s showing us. The Word is rich and life-giving, and what a gift it is to delight in it—side by side.
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