The theme for our retreat this year is Trusting God in Your Season of Life.
A note from our speaker, Andy Stearns: We notice that in scripture much of life is viewed seasonally. The righteous man brings forth his fruit “in season” (Ps. 1). There are times (seasons) for living and dying, planting and harvesting, et al (Eccl. 3).
Marriage is no different. We start without kids and then our quiver grows. We have a season without and a season with. But for some, the season without stays with us (infertility) or comes upon us before we want it (empty-nesters). For others the season is one of rejoicing over God's provision of a good spouse. We might have waited long or not at all, and now we are delighting in the gift He has given. For others, sorrow has arrived like the turning of the leaves before winter. Try as we might, it seems like we find ourselves back in the valley of difficulty. For some it’s the warring of conflict and for others it’s the pain of illness and the often difficult treatments that must be endured.
How then can we approach a conference with all of these seasons of marriage in mind? Does scripture have any help for both the infertile couple and the one with 8 kids? Can God’s Word speak meaningfully to the newlywed in her late 30’s and the one married for 30 years as well?
The answer is “yes!” Scripture offers believers principles that apply to any season in which we find ourselves.
Take a break from the busyness of life and invest in your marriage at this year’s Mid-Winter Couple’s Retreat! We’ll be gathering at our new location—the Holiday Inn Airport in Des Moines — a beautiful setting to relax, reconnect, and enjoy fellowship with other couples. Make plans now to attend! You won’t want to miss this special time away together!
**A hotel stay is NOT included in this registration. If you would like to stay at the hotel, a room block is available until January 12, 2026. Please click here to book online OR contact the hotel directly. The guaranteed rate for these rooms is $129 plus taxes, per night. This rate includes breakfast. Tickets will be given at check-in.**
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