The Baggage We Carry!
"Come to Me, all who are weary and burdened,and I will give you rest."
— Matthew 11:28
Come take a journey with us as we learn how to lay down the baggage we carry. Join us for a refreshing Women's Day Retreat where you'll discover how to draw closer to Jesus, find rest in His presence, and leave feeling renewed, encouraged, and equipped for your daily walk with Christ.
Deland, FL
Schedule
Morning Worship
Begin the day by preparing your heart through meaningful praise and worship.
Opening Devotional
"The Baggage We Carry — Learning to Lay It at His Feet"
Discover how Christ invites us to release our burdens and walk in freedom.
Morning & Afternoon Breakout Sessions
Choose two of five inspiring workshops designed to provide practical tools that will strengthen your relationship with Christ.
Lunch
Enjoy a delicious Fall Harvest Meal prepared especially for you.
Closing Devotional & Final Praise and Worship
Celebrate God’s goodness together through worship. Leave encouraged and reminded that you never have to carry life's burdens alone.
Speakers
Hi, my name is Anastacia Wood and I humbly embrace my identity as a "Hot Mess," often surprised and overwhelmed every single day that Jesus chooses to use someone like me in His divine mission. I am a devoted wife and a mother of four incredible, successful, and loving grown children—each one a testament to God's grace. I've poured my heart into the Real Estate and Property Management world since I was just 19, but my deepest passion lies in my relentless pursuit of growing closer to Christ, understanding His love, and sharing that love passionately with others. There’s nothing more awe-inspiring to me than how God beautifully connects us—all of us—on this journey of faith, guiding us to uplift and learn from one another. As the co-founder of Toolbox Ministries, my heart is bursting with excitement and hope for what God is unfolding. I believe with every fiber of my being that He has extraordinary plans for this mission—plans rooted in His Word, in growth, in healing, and in unstoppable love
My name is Christina Colby and helping others is one of the spiritual gifts that God has blessed me with! I have a passion to help anyone and everyone in whatever capacity the Lord calls me. It's my pleasure to be a part of this team! I'm looking forward to meeting new people and seeing where God leads us to.
Hi, I’m Emily Curtiss! Follower of Jesus, wife, momma, and soon-to-be Yaya. Called from the well and completely wrecked by the God who could love a girl like me!
Lover of the Bible, books, theology, words and walking alongside and encouraging women of all ages. Lover of seeking truth, sharing scripture, praying and worshiping together. Living on Diet Coke, coffee and the Holy Spirit.
Learning daily what it means to seek Him before all else, live with open hands and without fear, trusting the Father who knows what I need. (Matt 6:25-34) Learning to pray His word back to Him, Seek His face more than His answers, and believe that one day in His courts is really better than a thousand elsewhere. (Psalm 84)
My name is Heather Mooney. I am a local kindergarten teacher in our public schools. I've served in various ministries over the years, but my heart is in children's ministry. I served in children’s ministry for over 10 years as a small group leader for various grade levels. I spent most of my time with children in kindergarten through 2nd grade because they are so curious and excited. I believe that children are so special. I believe it's crucial that we equip parents with resources on how they can help foster a relationship with Jesus with their children.
Hello! I'm Karen Conboy. The first half of my name was lovingly given to me by my parents in the mid-1970s, and it has always been an honor to carry. The second half, Conboy, became mine in 2003 when I had the incredible joy of marrying my husband, Steve. He is my best friend, my adventure partner, and together we are blessed with four wonderful adult children. I have a deep love for traveling, exploring God's beautiful creation through nature and hiking, writing in all its forms, and anything that brings honor and glory to the Lord. Over the years, I have had the privilege of leading sessions, writing music, speaking, greeting guests, praying with others, working behind the scenes to make events successful, coordinating details, making phone calls, and serving wherever there is a need. I genuinely find joy in helping others discover and use their gifts. Creating space for people to grow, serve, and flourish is one of my greatest privileges, and watching God work through them fills my heart with overwhelming joy
Hi, I’m Kat Denosky and I am a grandmother of 5 boys, mom to 3 adult children, wife of 39 years and Co-Founder of Toolbox Ministries. The Lord has poured His grace into me, shaping me into a woman of diverse gifts—leadership, speaking, organizing, and dreaming beyond worldly boundaries—all rooted in a deep love for His creation. More than a year before our first gathering, He brought my dear sister, Anastacia, into my life with a quiet whisper: "Let's build something together." We didn’t know what that would look like at the time. Now, wrapped in His divine purpose, we have the sacred joy of guiding women as we study, pray, and seek our Heavenly Father hand-in-hand. I am blessed to reflect Christ’s unconditional love and deep respect for each woman, honoring who she is in Him, wherever her path has led her. You will see me greeting women, leading devotionals, prayers, and sessions with great JOY! I will wear other hats, but those are my favorites! God has been in every step of this walk with Toolbox Ministries, Inc.
Good day there! My name is Lisa Thompson. A little background on me… I am a child of God who is blessed to have a wonderful husband, 8 children (3 of my own and 5 bonus children), and working in my calling in pediatric nursing. It’s such a humbling and joyful experience to be helping others around me, from family to friends and the neighbors I run into. I like to say, “we are all just walking each other home”. I also have a call to sit with others in the dark. All my life’s experiences have provided a practical guide for connecting with our Savior. He has given this humble human a simple direction, to assist new believers who may not know what to do next and to plainly and openly show Scripture in its contextual understanding so others can see the thread of love throughout the entire Bible. I’m a dedicated learner and I’d love to take you all along with me as we explore who Jesus is, what He did for us, what that means, and how we can see Him throughout history and our lives today.
Hi, I'm Pauline Cole and I am a blessing from God. Just here to learn more about my Father, and how to love on others
Hi, my name is Susan Grogan and I am a recent transplant from Arkansas where I retired as a professor of teacher education at a Christian university there. I moved to Deltona to be close to one of my grown daughters. I often say I am a "piece of work." by God. He has lifted me out of the fire and rescued me multiple times, through a divorce, single motherhood, a second marriage to a wonderful military man for 33 years who was killed in a car accident in 2017, put me back together after being severely injured in that same accident, and given me a new song as a widow and mother of four grown children and seven grandchildren. He is faithful and His steadfast love is forever.
Venue & directions
Open Door Church
1700 S. Clara Ave.
DeLand, FL 32720
Park in the open areas of lawn near the main building on the right as you come onto the property.
Limited Disabled parking is located to left of the main building.
Register
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Full refund if requested in writing (email or written) 10 days prior to the event date. 50% refund if requested after 10 days but prior to 5 days to the event. No refund after 11:59 pm on the 5th day before the event.