WHEN: OCT 17th-19th, 2025 | WHERE: Gallman, MS
Registration deadline: Sept 12th
Meet our 2025 Speakers
Keynote Speakers
Nicole Ruhnke
Nicole is married to Timmy, and together they enjoy carrying the light of the Gospel into dark and unreached places across the globe. Professionally, she serves as Chief Communication Officer for The University of Southern Mississippi. Timmy and Nicole have one daughter, Indie, and reside in Hattiesburg.
Nicole loves building up the local church by investing in women and equipping them with truths from God’s Word. She is passionate about seeking God through His Word, savoring the beauty of His truths and communicating practical applications for rich intimacy with Him.
Lisa Hellier
Lisa is a wife of 35 years, mom to three grown sons, and a Bible teacher who delights in the ministry of helping women grow and experience the living word of God and His life-transforming work. With humor and relatability,
she draws from her own real life transformation and experience to strengthen and encourage women to live boldly in Christ. Lisa believes unreservedly that knowing God through His Word is the greatest of treasures.
Camryn Herrington
Camryn is a wife, soon-to-be first time mama, and friend who loves the Lord and loves people. As a Speech-Language Pathologist, she has served kids with communication needs both internationally and in the local public schools.
She and her husband live in Petal, MS and attend Venture Church where they serve faithfully in kid's ministry. Having a heart for girls and women to step into the fullness of freedom and joy that come from relationship with Christ, she is currently pursuing her Masters in Ministry to Women at NOBTS.
Worship led by
Claire Busbin
Breakout Session Speakers
Natalie Epperson
Natalie has been married to Paul for 22 years, and God has blessed them with 5 children. They live in Columbia, SC & serve with Forge ministries who long to see everyday people become kingdom laborers.
Besides home schooling her children, Natalie spends much of her time investing in college students, challenging them to put their “yes” on the table to follow Jesus wherever He calls them. She desires to give them the tools needed to run their race well with Christ.
Lisa Hellier
Lisa is a wife of 35 years, mom to three grown sons, and a Bible teacher who delights in the ministry of helping women grow and experience the living word of God and His life-transforming work. With humor and relatability,
she draws from her own real life transformation and experience to strengthen and encourage women to live boldly in Christ. Lisa believes unreservedly that knowing God through His Word is the greatest of treasures.
Kayla White
Kayla is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has the blessing of walking alongside women in the community who are in the midst of difficult seasons.
Kayla has a private practice in Madison, MS and works with women who struggle with a variety of challenges. She believes it is a gift from the Lord to minister to other women who are walking through trying times. When she’s not in the office, she’s soaking up time with her husband and three littles.
Lindsey Epperson
Lindsey is married to Wesley and has a 4-year old son, Julian. She works as the Hospitality Director at Camp Wesley Pines
​and attends Hickory Ridge Baptist Church with her family. She spends her spare time sharing her faith through art.
Lindsey wholeheartedly believes that community is a tool in which the Lord uses to draw us closer to Him. It is her desire for women to find salvation & purpose through Jesus Christ.
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SCHEDULE
Other ways to get invlolved:
Schedule subject to change. Registration is at 4:00 pm on Friday.
We will be finished by noon on Sunday
Other times will be specified closer to the retreat.
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FRIDAY
Registration
Welcome Session
Dinner
Main Session 1
Community Groups
SATURDAY
Breakfast
Main session 2
Community groups
Lunch
Breakout sessions
Free time
Dinner
Main session 3
Community groups
SUNDAY
Breakfast
Main Session 4
Community Groups
Investment
Stay at Camp! package
Stay 2 nights at Camp Wesley Pines and get the full camp experience!
Request up to 3 roomies & find new community too {All meals included}
Also included:
• 1 Camp Activity (ex. High Ropes Course)
• 3 Month Access to audio recordings of all Sessions
Deadline to register is Sept 12th
$75 non-refundable deposit due to sign up
Days Only package
This option is for those who wish to commute every day & does not include lodging. Includes 3 meals (breakfast on your own)
Also included:
• 1 Camp Activity (ex. High Ropes Course)
• 3 Month Access to audio recordings of all Sessions
Deadline to register is Sept 12th
$75 non-refundable deposit due to sign up
Commit to pray
We acknowledge that none of this is possible without God and we are completely dependent on Him! Please join us in praying for the women who will join us in October!
Donate
All donations go directly towards retreat planning. If you'd like to donate towards the Abide Retreat, please email us!
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Email Info@theabideretreat.com for more info!
Stay at Camp! package
Stay 2 nights at Camp Wesley Pines and get the full camp experience! Request up to 3 roomies & find new community too {All meals included}
(Price is per person)
$50 non-refundable deposit due to sign up
Days Only package
This option is for those who wish to commute every day & does not include lodging. Includes 3 meals (breakfast on your own)
(Price is per person)
$50 non-refundable deposit due to sign up
Schedule subject to change. Registration is from 3:30 pm- 4:30 pm.
We will be finished before noon on Sunday
Other times will be specified closer to the retreat.
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FRIDAY
Registration
Welcome Session
Dinner
Main Session 1
Community Groups
SATURDAY
Breakfast
Main session 2
Community groups
Lunch
Breakout sessions
Free time
Dinner
Community groups
SUNDAY
Breakfast
Main Session 4
Community Groups