A Rhythm of Rest & Encounter

With the intention of creating a space for women to dwell in a sabbatical time of rest with the Lord, there is an open format within our retreat schedule. You’ll see a variety of days and times available that you may choose to attend. Throughout our retreat days, arrivals and departures vary based on scheduling and interest. For our upcoming August and October retreats, we offer a Wednesday through Sunday availability (Click Register Here above to see exact dates). Women come and go throughout the entire scheduled retreat. Whether it is just for a single day or for a few days, our heart is that you find restoration, renewal, and revival for your souls.

Between our scheduled group meetings, consider your time away as an invitation from the Lord to spend it however He may lead you. At the Sonlit property, enjoy 25 acres of land with walking trails, a 5-acre lake (women enjoy swimming, kayaking, pedal boat rides, and paddleboards), hammocks, bon fires, and many beautiful places to relax and enjoy nature.

Our retreat rhythm is designed to honor both personal time with Jesus and shared moments of worship, prayer, and encouragement:

10–11:45 AM (Thursday & Saturday): We begin our mornings together in a group with devotional teaching, worship, prayer, scripture, and heartfelt sharing. These times are not optional — they’re the heartbeat of the retreat, where the Spirit of God often moves in powerful and personal ways.

1–3 PM (Thursday & Saturday) – Holy Hush Hours: In the quiet of the afternoon, we intentionally pause. These hours are for you and Jesus alone — a sacred time for rest, reflection, journaling, walking in nature, reading the Word, or simply being still in His peace.

3 PM (Thursday & Saturday) – Living Room Gathering: We informally regather in the late afternoon around 3 PM to reflect on how we’ve encountered the Lord throughout the day. You are always welcome to join us — yet we encourage you to stay attuned to His voice and let Jesus lead you. This time is yours with Him, and we trust He’ll guide you in what to enter into as you rest in His presence.

7 PM (Friday & Saturday) - Living Room Gathering: During this sacred time, we gather as daughters of a loving Father — coming together in fellowship to sit at the feet of Jesus and truly listen. It's a space for reflection, stillness, and Spirit-led sharing. Often, what unfolds is not planned, but beautifully orchestrated by the Lord — as women pour out what He's placed on their hearts, and a devoted sister brings a word of encouragement through a Scripture-based message prepared in obedience to His leading.

*Meals*: Please note that guests bring their own food, while enjoying complimentary self-serve coffee and tea stations, as well as s’mores! Homemade frozen meals are available for purchase. Guests have access to the refrigerator, freezer, and microwave located in the dining area and may use the shared kitchen at any time. You’re invited to enjoy eating in community or solitude — whatever your heart needs most. This is your time to be led by Jesus, not by obligation.

Emotionally Healthy Heart Sessions

Throughout the retreat, you may also have the opportunity to engage in an Emotionally Healthy Heart Session — a sacred space to go deeper with Jesus. These are not counseling sessions, but Spirit-led moments of listening, prayer, and care, gently facilitated by trusted and trained women. Here, you're invited to bring your full heart before the Lord — even the parts that feel hidden, heavy, or hurting — and let Jesus meet you with truth, love, and healing. Whether it's through moments of tears or joy, He is faithful to meet you right where you are.

Day Only & Overnight Options Available

Whether you register for a day-only or an overnight stay, the invitation is the same: Come, rest in the love of Jesus. Come, be still and know that He is God. Come, lay down the burdens you’ve been carrying and let His Spirit breathe new life into you.

We offer two day-only options for our retreats: Thursday or Saturday. You’re welcome to come for just one day or both — whichever the Lord leads — and experience the richness of stillness, community, and time set apart with Jesus. Women joining us for day-only reservations are more than welcome to linger into the early evening, where heartfelt conversations in the cozy living room provide a space for deeper connection, encouragement, and renewal.

If you sense the Lord inviting you to linger longer, overnight stays are available at the beautiful Sonlit Retreat Center, where cozy rooms (and even a few cabin options) can be booked for the full weekend, or even just the night(s) you feel led to stay.

Staying overnight opens up even more space to slow down and enjoy the peaceful rhythm of retreat life. There’s no pressure to do anything — but if He leads, there’s much to enjoy: walking in nature, journaling, praying, worship, painting or creating art, reading, exploring the retreat library, receiving a massage, relaxing in the sauna, kayaking or paddle boating on the water, playing board games, baking in the fully equipped kitchen, or simply resting in a hammock, the sunroom, or by a crackling fire.

This time is yours with Jesus. Let Him guide your pace, your rest, and your joy.

This is a place for women from all walks of life and journeys of faith in Jesus Christ. We invite you to visit our beliefs page for more on what we believe.