Join us at Refresh Women’s Conference designed to nourish weary hearts and renew thirsty souls. Rooted in God’s Word, this is a time to be encouraged as we seek Him together. Come be refreshed, restored, and reminded that He alone satisfies.
Speaker • Dr. Kristin Kellen
Schedule
8:30 AM • Doors Open
9:00 AM • Morning Session
10:05 AM • Break
10:15 AM • Breakout Session 1
11:20 AM • Breakout Session 2
12:20 PM • Lunch
12:55 PM • Breakout Session 3
2:05 PM • Closing Session
3:00 PM • Conference Concludes
Explore the breakout session opportunities below to customize your day!
Breakout Sessions
Always a Reason to Celebrate
Led by Michele Husfelt
Join us for an informative and interactive session as we explore Jesus’ mandate to share our stories. Learn about the power of storytelling by examining Jesus’ parables and other stories in Scripture, and discover the joy of sharing your stories with others.
Becoming a Peacemaker
Led by Casey Weymouth
Explore biblical peacemaking that reflects Christ while addressing conflict and avoiding people pleasing!
Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called sons of God.” Matthew 5:9 (ESV)
Clothed in Strength and Dignity
Led by Dolly Mink
Let’s explore biblical examples of women being strong and dignified, and then determine how we can use this knowledge to equip us to «stay on the high road.»
Handling Conflict and Criticism in the Ministry
Led by Elisabeth Fiordelise
Criticism can wound deeply—whether directed at your husband, your family, or yourself—and conflict can steal our joy. Together, we’ll walk through healthy ways to process criticism, respond with grace, and protect our hearts.
Hugging a Porcupine: Promoting Ways to Connect with God and Others
Led by Stuart Meyer
Join us for an interactive session as we explore what the Bible teaches about healing and how God invites us into deeper connection with Him and with others—even when relationships are difficult.
Living Free Under God’s Control
Led by Jennifer Wootton
Take a deep dive through Matthew 6:19-34 and explore how to reorient your daily life by submitting to God’s sovereign control. We will discuss where our worries and anxiety need to be placed as we seek the Lord’s help in turning our minds away from the cares and troubles of the world and onto his will and his great kingdom.
Manejando bíblicamente el estrés y la ansiedad en el ministerio
Por Marisol Santamaría
Este taller invita a las mujeres que sirven en el ministerio a hacer una pausa para reorientar su corazón hacia Dios en medio del estrés y la ansiedad que pueden estar experimentando. Por medio de la verdad bíblica las participantes podrán alinear sus pensamientos con las escrituras, logrando descansar en la soberanía y la gracia de Dios mientras sirven.
Ministering to Women in Crisis
Led by Dolly Mink
Leaders, are you prepared to minister to women who are in the midst of crisis? Do you struggle to keep your own emotions in check when others are falling apart? Are you familiar with proper protocol when it comes to abuse or traficking? Let’s position ourselves for a godly response and compassionate care.
Ministry Wives Meet & Greet and Q&A
Led by Elisabeth Fiordelise
Come meet some of the members of the SBCV Ministry Wives Team as well as other ministry wives from across the state! Feel free to ask questions and take some time making new friends!
Mis emociones y mi vida espiritual: Cómo glorifico a Dios con lo que siento
Por Lissandra Hernández
Este taller busca que las participantes comprendan que las emociones son parte del diseño de Dios, que aprendan a identificar cuándo estas no glorifican a Dios y que desarrollen una disciplina espiritual para someterlas a la guía del Espíritu Santo, de modo que reflejen el carácter de Cristo y fortalezcan su vida espiritual.
The Adventures of Creative Journaling
Led by Adria Wilkins
Journaling can be a powerful tool to help refocus our minds on the things God desires for us. This session will include practical, hands-on exercises. Please bring paper, pens, markers, or colored pencils, and let’s begin writing about the adventures we’ve already experienced—and perhaps even create space for new ones.
The Sandwich Season – How to love your aging parents and adult children well
Led by Sherry Radcliffe
Join us for an informative and interactive session as we explore what the Bible says about honoring your parents and discipling your children.
Unexpected Loneliness
Led by Katie Stutler
Do you know who was the first person mentioned in the Bible that struggled with too much time alone? How do we know that God cares specifically about our struggles with loneliness? How did one of the heroes of the faith deal with excessive isolation? Even surrounded by women we still can feel lonely. Katie is excited to share with you interesting tools from God’s Word to help you resist loneliness
Come be refreshed by the Word and through fellowship.
Questions? Ask our team!
Dolly Mink
Women’s Ministry Coordinator
Rachel Clark
Ministry Resources Event Coordinator
