Bible-Reading Retreat, May 3–5, 2024

Set aside the weekend of May 3–5 for an extended time reading God’s Word aloud . . . together!

The Basics:

We’ll meet at my house in suburban Chicago for a weekend in God’s Word—we’ll read Daniel, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Mark, Romans, James, Proverbs, and Revelation together. For those who can stay through Sunday morning, we’ll read selected Psalms before worshipping together at New Hope. You’ll enjoy the fellowship of other women and a time of quiet away from the noise of the world. No stress, no cooking, no obligations, just time with the Lord and others who love Him.

Lodging:

We can sleep eight in proper beds plus two more in fun chairs that pull out into single beds for a total of ten. If you’re coming in from out of town, plan to stay here. Locals, you can stay here or commute if you prefer.

The Number:

Eight to Twelve

We’ll read in small groups of four to five people per group and switch up groups throughout the weekend.

The Cost:

$100 covers everything. If you can’t swing this much, I have scholarships. Just ask. If you want to give more to help support ongoing ministry, please let me know and I’ll send a link where you can make a tax-deductible donation.

Register here:

While this is by invitation only, please reach out to me if there is someone you would like to invite to join us.

Email me at pamgillaspie@gmail.com with any questions.

The Tentative Schedule:

Friday

6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Dinner

7:00 – 9:30 p.m. Daniel and Ezra

Saturday

6:30 – 7:30 a.m. Early Bird Fellowship

7:30 – 8:00 a.m. Continental Breakfast

8:00 – 11:30 a.m. Nehemiah, Esther, and Mark

11:30 – 12:30 p.m. Lunch

12:30 – 2:30 p.m. Romans and James

4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Proverbs

[During the afternoon, you can read with the group or choose to spend some quiet time on your own, go for a walk, take a nap . . . whatever is restorative to you. Of course, you are always able to opt out of a reading session if you need a break.]

6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Dinner

7:00 – 9:00 p.m. Revelation

9:00 – 10:00 p.m. Debrief and Share

Sunday

8:00 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast

8:30 – 9:45 a.m. Selected Psalms

10:00 a.m. On the road to church!