‘Survivor wives’ will retreat in March 2002

If they can survive until then, Holston Conference ministers’ wives will gather for an annual retreat March 14-16, 2002, at Oak Tree Lodge in Pigeon Forge, Tenn. The theme is “Survivors By the Grace of God.”

Guest speaker will be Joy Carr, director of ministry for the Southeastern Jurisdiction Administrative Council. Her topic: “Transitions and the Fourth Little Pig.”

Other highlights include Marisa Winegar who will present “a program of popular music specifically designed for survivors in the parsonage,” organizers said. Workshop topics include “Scrapbooking for Penny Pinchers” and “Survive and Stay Alive.”

Activities include “Water Aerobics in the Cement Pond” and “Sing-a-long with Mary Ellen.”

“We are trying to stir up a lot of enthusiasm about the retreat,” said Laura Archer of the Johnson City District, which is cosponsoring the retreat with the Kingsport District. “It’s not only fun but forms a wonderful support group for the wives.”

Registration is $75 for overnight guests or $30 for commuters. Registration deadline is Feb. 1, 2002. For more information, contact Registrar Lori Sluder at (423) 753-2614 or mgsluder@aol.com.

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