RETREAT-MY-WAY

ABIDE is a “Retreat-My-Way” Conference. We want you to fully enjoy yourself by choosing which activities to participate in to get the most out of your time. Of course we definitely  want you to attend the United Sessions! With guests like Laura Story, Selah, Sharon Irving, Sheena Marquis and Ann White, you won’t want to miss them!

All other activities are optional!

We encourage you to download the conference Yapp app on your smartphone. Click the link below from your smartphone. You can also wait until registration where you will receive instructions and a QR code for easy downloading.

ABIDE CONFERENCE YAPP APP

See below for more information on what to expect at ABIDE 2024!

UNITED SESSIONS

Join us on Friday evening, Saturday evening, and Sunday morning for an uplifting worship experience!

Our united sessions will be filled with celebratory praise with Sharon Irving,
powerful Bible teaching from Ann White,
guest performances by Laura Story,
Selah, and Sheena Marquis, inspiring testimonials, meaningful reflection,
and, of course FUN!!

Come early to get a “lucky seat!”

Scroll down to read about our special guests!

SIGN UP for CONNECTUP Prayer Ministry

Throughout the ABIDE conference, you will have an opportunity to experience ConnectUp Prayer (by appointment only).

ConnectUp is an individual guided prayer session led by certified, trained prayer ministers. During these prayer sessions you will meet with one or two of these ministers and be guided through a spoken prayer module.

ConnectUp team members intend to offer emotional, spiritual, and physical healing prayer with you! Sign up for a 30 minute slot to have time dedicated to praying with just you!

Listen to a ConnectUp testimonial here: Prepare Podcast Captain Kelly Hanton

Read more here: CONNECTUP

Sign up for a 30 minute prayer session here: ConnectUP@ABIDE

SIGN UP FOR THE HANNAH SERVICE

October is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness Month. We want to acknowledge and offer support for those who have experienced this “uniquely common” loss through a meaningful remembrance ceremony called “The Hannah Service.”

The Hannah Service gives space and opportunity through readings, singing, sharing, and commemorating activities to honor the losses and grieve the experiences from infertility, pregnancy loss, infant loss, and medical diagnoses that prevent pregnancy.

This service will be offered as an afterglow on Saturday following the United Session at the ABIDE 2024 Conference. Space is limited so reserve your spot below.

Sign up here: HANNAH SERVICE

MEANINGFUL WORKSHOPS

On Saturday morning you may want to attend some workshops. You can choose one for 9:00 am and one at 10:30 am. The workshops repeat so if the one you want is full at 9:00 am, try again at 10:30 am.

You do not need to sign up for workshops. It is on a first come, first served basis.

Choose from the following:

Peace: Practical Hope & Healing for the Anxious Momma’s Heart – Becky Thompson

Looking for Treasure – Digging Deep into God’s Word – Beth Desplancke

Parenting & Working with Children with Special Needs – Sheena Marquis

Renewing Strength: Trauma-Informed Practices for Every Woman – Peggy McGee

Seeking The Lord Throughout All Seasons of Life – Jesssica Martinez

Freedom from Negative Thoughts –
Jessica Sanders

Sacred Work: Don’t Check Jesus at the Door – Robin Smith

Spiritual Disciplines – Deb Pascoe

Seven Steps to Courage – Ann White

DENIM AND DIAMONDS BANQUET

Join us for a night of delightful food and fun on Saturday evening (dinner). There will also be a photo booth and games at your table.

Bring something denim and jazz it up with some bling or “bedazzle” your favorite jean jacket or denim blue jeans!

Participation is optional but this will be your dinner for Saturday evening so let’s have fun!

Choose to dress up or dress down but dress to impress in your best Denim and Diamonds!

Scroll down to read more about what to pack for ABIDE 2024!

SHOP ‘TILL YOU DROP!

There will be many shopping opportunities during the conference including:

The ABIDE Merch Shop – pick up all your favorite ABIDE swag here! You can purchase additional sweatshirts, other apparel, tumblers, and more!

TRADE Central – Our Central Territory Trade Department will be available all weekend. Pick up your Salvation Army gear, apparel, books, etc. Here is where you can purchase Ann White’s “Courage for Life” Bible.

ARC Bus – Do you like to thrift? Then come see the ARC Bus to get your thrift on! Pick up sweet deals on gently used apparel and accessories!

Guest Merch – You will be able to shop merchandise from our special guests! There will be merch tables for Sharon Irving, Laura Story, Selah, Ann White, Becky Thompson, and Sheena Marquis. Get your guest swag!

Worldwide Gifts – Green Lake Conference Center’s very own gift shop! Located right next to Pillsbury Meeting Hall. Stop in to purchase gifts from around the world and support their missions!

COME TO THE CRAFT FAIR!

Saturday afternoon from 1:30 – 4:00 pm there will be a Craft Fair located in Bauer-Morehouse A & B.

Items featured are brought to you by our own Women’s Ministries Corps groups as well as some outside vendors. These items are unique and only offered at the ABIDE Conference!

Don’t miss it!

ENJOY FUN FREE TIME ACTIVITIES

Activities include but not limited to:

The Abide Merch Shop, Trade Central, “Snack, Laugh, Repeat” (board games, mystery book, art zone), Worldwide Gift Shop, “Char-bucks Coffee”, Card Making, Napping, Craft Fair,  Scrapbooking/Washi Tape, Journaling, Painting, Crochet and Knitting, Prayer Room, Prayer Walk, ARC Bus, Young Adult Lounge.

You can also make your own fun by exploring Green Lake Conference Center grounds or go off campus and explore the local towns.

THE FUN CONTINUES WITH AFTERGLOWS!

Following the evening united session on Saturday, you will have the opportunity to enjoy more fun activities!

From games to campfire s’mores to mocktails to karaoke to unplugged worship! Join your friends and make new ones while having fun!

A complete list of afterglows will be included on the conference Yapp app as well as in the printed program.

What to Wear and What to Pack

Green Lake Conference Center is located in south central Wisconsin. In October you can expect the weather to be mild, but as most of us know, weather in the Midwest can be unpredictable at best! So plan ahead by bringing layers! Also, remember that you will be receiving an ABIDE sweatshirt at registration!

Here’s an abbreviated list of suggested items to pack for ABIDE.

Clothing – pack for mild temps and bring layers
Sleepwear
Toiletries and personal items
Comfy walking shoes
Bible
Spending money
Denim and some bling for the banquet (optional)
Smartphone and charger
Umbrella – you never know!
Personal fan – you never know!
Bug spray
Extra tote bag for shopping!

HOUSING INFORMATION IS COMING SOON!

*Green Lake Conference Center provides linen and towels for most of their lodging sites. However, there are some spaces that do not. Therefore, prior to the conference you will be notified if you are required to bring any linen or towels. Click the link below to see the lodging at GLCC.

Lodging – Green Lake Conference Center (glcc.org)