It’s difficult to explain the profound impact of this retreat–on both volunteers and attendees. We as volunteers have spent the last 2 days debriefing about the experience, trying to find the best way to explain it to family and friends at home as we grapple with what we have...
During the final morning of the attendees’ time at the 2018 Philippines retreat, many shared “donut moments” that occurred over the past few days. Donut moments, we learned, are moments that reveal God’s presence in your life through a seemingly insignificant event. Hearing the stories, I don’t feel adequate...
As I wander through the self-care rooms taking photos, I’m amazed at the deep connections that are being formed between women who first met yesterday… less than 24 hours ago. Each self-care room has its own unique feel: the one-on-one counseling, prayer, and health consultation sessions; the calming music...
Preparation for the Thrive retreat involves so much more than preparing for the arrival of the Global Women. Learning how to navigate a new culture that most volunteers have been exposed to for less than 24 hours has been a challenge. Having Katie and Lorrie arrive a few days...
