2009 Rest Stop: Planning Already

I, Coral, have already lined up a chiropractor and hopefully a massage therapist for next year's retreat. There were several of you who said that either or both of these options would be a nice addition (not in the answered questionnaire). So, I heard you and I acted.

Dr. Gregory "Greg" Laven is a holistic chiropractor. This means that he not only deals in chiropractics but also in vitamin and mineral supplements for your body's over-all wellness. The latter point won't be available to you as his services on retreat will not be a "fix all" but a temporary relief session. You are welcome to call him ahead of time if you'd like to meet him prior to the retreat. His information is below.

Robin Matthews is the massage therapist. She works in conjunction with Dr. Laven but also has her own practice. She is harder to get in touch with as she has many alliances and Dr. Laven is one in Placentia. Her information is also listed below if you are wanting to get to know her prior to the retreat.

I am all about promoting Christians who I've had the pleasure of meeting and who have their own practices/ businesses. This is one way I contribute to the Body of Christ. I'm so eager for this next retreat!! Join us!

J. Gregory Laven, D.C.
Laven Family Chiropractic
601 Yorba Linda Blvd.
Placentia, CA 92870
714.528.7500

Robin Matthews
Professional Massage Therapist
Body Work Intuitive Touch
Pager: 909.449.0876
Cell: 909.223.7660

RS 2008 Questionnaire Responses

D.F.
1. YES
2. Yes, same time of year
3. Connections ( new ones and growing ones), Open outdoors of crossing the streams and Zip line, easy schedule
4. TOO SHORT, TOO SHORT, TOO SHORT
5. Increase the stay by 1 day but the rest of it was great
6. Yes, by bringing me closer to people I know along with new friendships
7. I would love too.
8. Many new ones along with deeper friendships
9. Yes - Loved it
10. To have more women experience what I did (I didn't think I was going to have such a great time)
11. Early spring and early fall

Thanks Coral for all you have done!!!

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D.B.
1. YES, I loved the rest stop 2008 retreat.
2. ABSOLUTELY! I loved exactly when we had it this year, no too hot, not too cold. just right, weather wise and timing was good for me.
3. a) sleeping in on Sat., b) game night c) the zip line.
4. a) getting lost the first night on my way back to my cabin, b) too early for breakfast on Sat. c) ??
5. I could never "run the show", but I would try to change breakfast to a later time and I would definitely try not to put anyone in Cabin #57 unless it's been upgraded . You guys did an awesome job, I wouldn't want to mess that up.
6. Yes, he met me and guided me through some things I had been needing answers to and working on. How could I ignore God in that wonderful place when there was evidence of him everywhere.
7. I couldn't next year, but maybe in the years to come.
8. I made so many new connections it was great, all those wonderful christian women in one place, I can't wait to run into them at WACC and get to know them better.
9. I felt safe and secure.
10. That we would have more time on Sunday to linger and relax before having to check out, and that it be just as wonderful and comfortable as this one. Next year, maybe we could bring our own coffee maker? just a thought.
11. I think it would be good to have one a year for now. Then, pray about what next year is going to bring with everyone have to tighten up their belts and scale back a little. But, if you did have two, it would give others a chance to attend one if they couldn't attend both. Just a thought.

thank you so much for all your hard work and planning, it really did turn out great.

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K.R.
loved the retreat.. the time of year was great. I loved sitting by the "river", zipline, and speakers (loved how it was optional).Loved all of it . No bottom three activities.I made a lot of connections with people! yes I felt safe and secure!for 2009, the same.. REST.. I liked the amount of women that went.The idea of 2 retreats a year like this sounds nice, but wondering if there would be as big of a turn out for the second one? or maybe a new batch of women would make it to the second?

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G.E.
1. Definitely, it was a great concept of fellowship with fun and relaxation.
2. Yes; Yes
3. SLEEPING! Meeting new women & having a safe place to pray and share AND of course the ZIP LINE!
4. I don't think I had any- maybe praise and worship could have been more interactive. I like standing, clapping and raising my hands and voice.
5. I would have 3 nights not two. We got there late Friday and we really only had Saturday because Sunday we had to leave early. I would definitely make massages available and possibly chiropractics. I would have an organized physical game that the ladies could play all together at a specific time- like volleyball.
6. Yes, but He is so good whenever I seek Him, He is there!
7. Maybe, let me pray about it.
8. Yes
9. Yes
10. My prayer is that it would be a place where women come and get healed and delivered from things that have had them in bondage for years- then come home and give glory to God by telling as many people as they can about their experience!
11. Yes, that would be cool; October and May

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L.L.
1. Yes, I loved it.
2. Yes, Yes
3. Sleeping is definitely good, but I can sleep anytime.

1. My hour with Jesus
2. The speakers and Q & A
3. Bonfire

4. I don't think there were a bottom 3- I enjoyed everything. The zip-line was so cool. I think women might enjoy some kind of obstacle course.
5. I can't think of a thing; Everything!
6. Oh yes! I have felt like I was in a funk. Not knowing what to pray or what God's purpose for me is. I asked Sherry to pray for me and all I told her was that I was in a funk. The Holy Spirit spoke through her and everything she prayed was what I needed. I had a few other events that gave me affirmation about sharing my story. I have had a feeling that I should speak or teach regarding God's glory. ????
7. Yes, but I am always so busy this time of year. When does planning start?
8. Yes, I did. I met some new people and got to know a few better.
9. Yes.
10. Women meeting with God in nature and sharing stories of God's glory.
11. Yes, fall and early spring. Love the mountains!! Personally, I prefer this over the past retreats since they stopped going to Arrowhead.
It would be nice to have a mother daughter retreat. The only problem for me is it would be best to only take one daughter at a time so we could really bond and there could be one on one time and no fighting.

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B.M.
I loved the retreat; the freedom in the schedule, the beauty of the mountains/creek and the time with friends and meeting new women...it was all wonderful. The accommodations were rustic, but worth it because we were so close to nature.

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Rest Stop 2008- Questionnaire

Hello Dear Woman! (as Sherry would say)

I am encouraging you to answer the following question in one of two ways:

1. Emailing Coral @ WACCRestStop@gmail.com
2. Writing out your answers and mailing them to either:
   
   • Coral @ P.O.Box 1794. La Mirada. CA. 90637 OR
   • Whittier Area Community Church
     8175 Villaverde Dr. Whittier. CA. 90603
     Attn: Sherry Mortenson

Ready? Here we go!

1. Did you like Rest Stop 2008?
2. Would you attend another retreat like this one?
   
   • If yes, was this time of year good?
   • If no, please explain why not in as much detail as you'd like to share. **Keep in mind that we are compiling this data so that the next Rest Stop can be better... if that's possible.
3. What were your top THREE activities? Yes, sleeping counts!
4. What were your bottom THREE activities?
5. If you ran the show what would you do differently?
   What would you keep the same?
6. Did you feel God met you on this retreat?
   How?
7. Would you like to be on the planning committee for Rest Stop 2009?
8. Did you make connections with people?
9. Did you feel safe/ secure at the Rest Stop?
10. What would be your goal(s) or hope(s) for Rest Stop 2009?
11. Would you want 2 retreats like this a year?
    If yes, when?
    

Coral's Slideshow

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Cheers.
Coral Kenagy
-Authoress