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Here you'll find a list of RidgeWomen gatherings and events for the year.
RidgeWomen Spring Retreat
MADE “Women of the Word”
Psalm 119 talks about hiding God's Word in our hearts and the joy of those who obey God's law. We are made to be women of the Word. The Bible is full of wisdom and truth, but where do you start? Do you ever feel overwhelmed about how to study the Bible? Is memorizing and knowing the Bible really that important? This spring, we invite you to embrace being a woman of God's Word by empowering you to grow in your knowledge of God's Word and ignite a love for the Bible.
Our guest speaker at Women of the Word is Kris Wood. Kris is a discipler, a Bible teacher, and a Bible-study advocate. She has a strong love for the Word of God and desires to help others know God and learn to love His word. The first-born of a farmer, a retired Army officer, and a Jesus follower, Kris, and her husband Gary serve as Awana missionaries for West Virginia and Southwest Pennsylvania. As a young woman, Kris embraced the words of Jesus when He said, "So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed."
This year’s spring retreat will be held at Summit Bechtel Reserve near Beckley, WV, on April 12-13. This is a time of retreat, to be surrounded by other women, to be encouraged as a daughter of God. On Friday, check-in will begin at 4:30 at the Gene H. Yamagata Lodging, followed by dinner at 6. We will finish up by 4 on Saturday afternoon.
Our lodging options for this year's retreat are hotel-style stays where you can book a room individually or gather your friends to share the fun together. After you fill out the registration form you simply can follow the provided link to Bechtel’s booking website, where you can reserve your stay! There are a couple of different room options to pick from! Make sure to use the promotional code RiverRidge2024 to reserve the room.
We will also be offering these “Woman of the Word” sweatshirts to commemorate the retreat! Make sure you select your size on the registration form and we will have one waiting for you when you at check-in!
Feel free to reach out to Erin Harper at if you have any issues or specific requests. We look forward to a memorable retreat!
Booking link for hotel room: https://bookingsus.newbook.cloud/summitbsa/index.php?place_booking&rand=51015
WOMEN'S BIBLE STUDIES
Ephesians: Head Held High (Starting 4/8)
Leader: Linda Watson
When: Monday, 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Where: 1 Saturn Way Hurricane WV 25526
Category: Women's Group
Ephesians was written to remind us who we are. It's about refamiliarizing ourselves with our identities in Christ so that we don't have to live under the crushing weight of heartache and disappointment. In his letter to the church in Ephesus, Paul gives us a beautiful insight into the Lord's redemptive power.
In this six-session video Bible study (video streaming included), Lori Wilhite draws on her experience as the pastor's wife of a large congregation to share the truth of what Paul tells the Ephesians about identity, unity, and the impact these things have on our hearts, our focus, and our love for God
This study guide has everything you need for a full Bible study experience, including:
- The study guide itself—with discussion and reflection questions, video notes, and a leader's guide.
- An individual access code to stream all six video sessions online (you don't need to buy a DVD!).
- Scripture memory cards and coloring pages.
Too often, our shoulders slump under the weight of family struggles, financial stress, and feelings of insecurity. We are pushed down by insignificance, insecurity, and an overwhelming sense of powerlessness and discouragement. You are not meant to be under that burden any longer. You are a chosen child of God, saved by His grace, forgiven and free.
In the Ephesians Study Guide, you'll learn how the book of Ephesians reveals what God has done, is doing, and will continue to do—so that you can walk confidently in him with head held high.
Breathe - Study Journal: Making Room for Sabbath (Starting 4/8)
Leader: Rhonda Null
When: Mondays, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Where: 1 Saturn Way Hurricane WV 25526
Category: Women's Group
One of the greatest challenges among women in our culture is taking time to cease from all the activities and just breathe. We are in bondage to busyness. We constantly strive to complete the limitless to-do lists that hinder us from experiencing all that God has for us. By neglecting time for tranquility, serenity, and repose, we limit our Christlikeness and miss out on some of God's greatest gifts. In the Old Testament, Sabbath was given to the Israelites as a gift, and it is still a gift to us today. If you are weary, worn out, and exhausted, then the concept of Sabbath will change your life.
Benefits:
- Build margin back into your life for God.
- View the Sabbath as a gift for the weary, worn out, and exhausted.
- Set boundaries for yourself if you must always be doing something for God.
RIDGEWOMEN - I’m Waiting God (Starting 4/9)
Leader: Faith Reeves
When: Tuesdays, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: 1 Saturn Way Hurricane WV 25526
Category: Women's Group
Find help and hope for times when it's hard to wait on God. Do you ever feel like God is taking too long to answer your prayers? Have you ever taken matters into your own hands, only to discover that you’ve made the situation worse?
Waiting on God challenges our faith when the bills are stacking up, our families are falling apart, or our dreams feel like they won't come true. We know that God hears our prayers, but it’s hard when the clock is ticking yet He hasn’t shown us the answer.
In this four-week Bible study, Barb Roose invites us to explore the stories of women in the Bible who had to wait on God— women such as Hannah, Ruth, Martha, and the unnamed woman who suffered for over a decade with a painful medical condition. If you’ve felt anxious, angry, discouraged or depressed because God isn’t giving you what you want, their stories will breathe fresh hope and practical next steps in your life. As a reforming control lover, Barb mixes in her personal stories of learning how to wait for God during long seasons of unanswered prayers, family difficulties, and challenging times in ministry. Together we will discover that there is goodness and blessing to be found in times of waiting, including a closer relationship with God than we’ve ever dared to dream.
RIDGEWOMEN - Thessalonians Bible Study(Starting 4/10)
Leader: Lo Rita Shepherd
When: Wednesday Mornings at 9 am
Where: 1 Saturn Way Hurricane WV 25526
Category: Women's Group
Join Levi Lusko on a journey through Paul's words to the Thessalonians that will encourage you to stay grounded, remain faithful, and keep being diligent as you wait for Jesus' return. To the believers in Thessalonica, Paul addresses many of the core beliefs and practices that Christians of all maturity levels need to know to honor Jesus and impact the world.
In this six-session study (streaming video included), bestselling author and pastor Levi Lusko guides you through these short letters from Paul, revealing how to press on and not become discouraged in your faith.
RIDGEWOMEN - Connection Group Wednesday Night (Starting 1/17)
Leader: Kailyn Cline
When: Wednesday, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: 1 Saturn Way Hurricane WV 25526
Category: Women's Group
This Ridge Women Connection Group is an open group that you show up and join in. This connection group is sermon-based. The desire is to know and apply God's Word through discussion and connection with other women. Spring 2024 Ridge Women Connect Group Session will run from January 17th- May 22nd from 6:00-8:00p. Childcare is available, make sure to register.
RIDGEWOMEN - MOPS Thursdays (Starting 1/11)
2nd and 4th Thursday
First meeting of the semester January 11th
"THIS YEAR IS THE YEAR TO SAY YES
Have you ever gotten to the end of a week, month or year and thought, “How did I get here? Where has the time gone?” It happens in our parenting, friendships, marriage and work- we get caught up in the urgent demands of the day-to-day, and then years go by, and we realize we haven’t been making the small choices that will get us where we actually wanted to be. So this is the year to make some moves.
"SAY YES"
It’s amazing how one little word can change your life. But too often, our ‘yeses’ are reserved for default decisions we aren’t even intentionally making or the stuff we feel obligated to do. What if we started saying ‘yes’ to the important things? Yes, to parenting on purpose. Yes, to significant challenges and out-of-your-comfort-zone opportunities. Yes, to your marriage. Invitations to connect with others? Yes, please. Saying yes opens us up to new ways of thinking and helps cultivate a growth mindset. To clarify, we’re not talking about people-pleasing or over-extending yourself. In fact, it’s the opposite. Developing a ‘yes’ mindset is living intentionally, focused on your goals for yourself and your family. It’s about listening to God’s still, small voice and doing the brave things rather than the easy things.
Now is your opportunity to develop a spirit of adventure and make new memories. Now is your chance to invite your kids along for the thrill that comes with doing hard things. You are wildly capable. Get uncomfortable. Persevere and say yes to the next small brave step God asks you to take.
SAYING YES MEANS WE WILL…
- Befriend Discomfort
- Be Easily Delighted
- Be Here Now “