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Ladies Retreat 2026

September 25, 2026 - September 26, 2026

Join us at Sylvan Hills Christian Service Camp in Howard, PA for a weekend away from the busyness of everyday life. Spend time being renewed by God’s Word, encouraged through Christian fellowship, and reminded of the hope found in Christ.

Join women from throughout our region as we worship together, study Scripture, and discover what it means to live in His marvelous light.

STEP INTO

Hope through God’s Word
Joy in worship
Encouragement through Christian woman fellowship
Peace in the beauty of Sylvan Hills
Rest from the busyness of life
Renewal as you grow in Christ

Guest Speaker - Nancy E. Head

Nancy Head encourages women to pursue truth, goodness, beauty, and peace. Under the pen name, Milico Mathers, she writes historical, middle-grade novels pointing young readers to faith, hope, and love.

Wife to Paul, mother to five, grandmother to ten, and great-grandmother to three, she has invested decades of her life perfecting the chocolate chip cookie and a killer chocolate chip pumpkin cupcake.

What to Expect

Registration includes meals. Overnight guests enjoy comfortable dorm-style accommodations.

Friday evening begins with check-in from 4:30–6:30 PM, followed by a charcuterie meal and relaxed campfire fellowship—a wonderful opportunity to reconnect with old friends, meet new ones, and prepare your heart for the weekend ahead.

Saturday–only guests may check-in from 7:00–8:30 AM The day includes breakfast, worship, three sessions with Nancy Head, optional activities, lunch, and meaningful fellowship. The retreat will conclude about 3:30 PM.

Remember!

Remember To Bring

  • Bible & notebook
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Jacket for cool evenings
  • Linens or sleeping bag (overnight guests)
  • A friend!

Special Retreat Activities

Basket Raffle
Bring a themed basket with your church or purchase tickets during the weekend.

Devotional & Book Exchange
Bring a favorite devotional or Christian book to share, or simply browse and take one home.

Free-Will Offering
An opportunity to support the continued ministry of Sylvan Hills.

Cost

Save $10 with Early Registration!

Before August 31, 2026

Ages 18+
Both days: $50 | One day: $40

Ages 12–18
Both days: $40 | One day: $30

After August 31, 2026 & Walk-ins

Ages 18+
Both days: $60 | One day: $50

Ages 12–18
Both days: $50 | One day: $40

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Postmarked Check Instructions

Postmarked check payments should be mailed to the following address:

Attn: Ladies’ Retreat
Sylvan Hills Christian Service Camp
PO Box 561
Howard, PA 16841

Please note "Ladies’ Retreat - Your Name" on the memo line.