Speaking biblically, hospitality is treating strangers and friends alike. It is welcoming one another into our lives as well as our homes and hearts. Hospitality is a sacred duty and part of fulfilling the command to love one another. The greatest act of hospitality was Christ’s hosting of us in his own body on the cross and we seek to imitate him through generous love towards others.
So how do we increase our capacity to love? Join us as we take time away to consider this and many other questions at our retreat this year. Anna Spray, Naomi Yeker and Liz Snell will be taking turns in teaching and Anne McNish will be leading our worship time. The wonderful Emily Lycopolus will be cooking incredible food!
Click here to register for the retreat.
Please read the below information carefully. The registration deadline is April 19, 2024.
COSTS: We have a tiered cost structure:
Full Weekend (regular): $125.00
Saturday daytime only (includes lunch and snacks) : $50.00
Full Weekend (low-cost option) $95.00
Full Weekend (help subsidize the cost for a friend): $155
It is our hope that every woman who desires to come is able to. Please don't let cost be an obstacle. If you could use some assistance, please email annaspray@tablechurch.ca.
PAYMENT can be made by cash, cheque, e-transfer to donors@tablechurch.ca, or credit card before the retreat. Please make the memo "Women's Retreat". This fee is non-receiptable. Talk to Emily Charter (admin@tablechurch.ca) if any questions about payment.
ACCOMMODATIONS: Shared cabins (bunk beds) and separate wash house. Please bring your own bedding and ear plugs! Tenting is also an option.
LOCATION AND TRANSPORTATION: Carpooling to Swartz Bay Ferry and then to Hope Bay Bible Camp, 4302 Bedwell Harbour Rd., Pender Island, BC V0N 2M1 (Please note the main entrance for the camp is actually on Hooson Road). Ferry and transportation costs are not covered by the registration fee, please coordinate this with your carpool.
WHAT TO BRING:
Bedding for a twin bunk mattress, or your tenting gear
Your favourite snack to share (if you would like to - there will be plenty of food!)
Toiletries, bath towel
Bathing suit and beach towel if you'd like a cold plunge in the ocean!
A bible and something to write with.
Walking shoes and outdoor gear for hiking or for lawn/beach lounging.
More info, including the schedule for the weekend and the ferry times, to come.
Questions? Email annaspray@tablechurch.ca