RETREATS

Among writing and speaking passions, it’s a privilege to be welcomed into your space to speak at or lead a retreat. Whether one of the topics below peaks your interest or you have another idea, I’d love to help bring your retreat to life.

 
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Live Wide Awake

The Caffeinated Woman invites you come hear how to Live Wide Awake. If you are in need of fresh breath of air for your soul, this is what you need to hear. Plans are being made to spend time with Jesus He has a stories to tell you. He has questions to ask you. He has something you need.

Come just as you are, to soak in Good News, receive God's good gifts and share with good friends.

Session 1: What do you Think?

Session 2: What do you Have?

Session 3: What do you Want?

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Renovation of the Heart

Renovate: to make as good as new. Could your heart stand a little renewal, refreshment, rejuvenation? Then this is a weekend you won’t want to miss!

Session 1: Will the Strong Willed Child Please Stand Up; Hearts transformed by Faith.

Session 2: The Cat in the Bathtub; Hearts transformed by Forgiveness.

Session 3: When the Tire Hits the Tarmac; Hearts transformed by Gratitude.

Session 4: Love Letters on Legal Paper; Hearts transformed by Love.

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Indispensable Friendship

Who are the people that cheer you on, that keep you accountable, that tell you like it is? Who do you listen to, who do you laugh with, who do you trust? Taking time to consider those who substantially influence our life, and the way we do that for others.

Naming and Claiming: The distinction of friends: the significance of how they’re wired and what they do. Realize the value you bring to relationships.

Invitation and Belonging: Build, grow, maintain, repair - honing the skills essential for friendship.

Stories and Situations: Remembering and Recognizing the ones who make our life rich.

 

From Caffeinated Participants:


“I came with reservations because I'm not a retreat kind of person... but, it was incredible! You are a very, very gifted speaker: humorous, warm, sincere, genuine, sensitive, and love God.” - Wanda TeGrotenhuis, Louisville, Colorado

— WANDA TEGROTENHUIS, LOUISVILLE, CO


“Laura is an exceptional, vibrant speaker. She tells a story that will keep you on the edge of your seat and then takes that story and makes it real for you as an individual. Your faith walk will be challenged, strengthened, and brought to a new level.”

— LAURA SNELLER, SIOUX CITY, IA