Writing to Heal: A Mentored Writers' Retreat

A restorative Christian retreat designed to help writers heal through story, find their voice and discover who they're called to reach.
About this Event

Writing to Heal: A Mentored Writer's Retreat

Join us in person for a soul-refreshing retreat designed for people with meaningful, difficult, redemptive stories to tell.

*Price includes all sessions and six meals. Accommodations are listed in the add-ons for out of town attendees.

Join editor/publisher, Rachael Hartman, author Juliet Van Heerden and Christian counselor, Joni Antonelli for a restorative weekend of writing, reflection, prayer, and encouragement near The Villages, Florida.

Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned writer, this retreat offers relevant writing sessions, personalized mentorship, and a safe place to share your story. Escape for an extended weekend, connect with like-minds, let your words flow and your heart heal in a nurturing space. Are you ready to turn your pain into purpose? We can’t wait to see you there!

Agenda

🕑: 06:00 PM - 08:00 PM
Session 1- Healing Through Writing: Working Through Pain Without Getting Stuck
Host: Rachael/Juliet
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Session 2 - Spirit-led Writing
Host: Joni
🕑: 09:45 AM - 11:45 AM
Session 3 - Discovering Your Voice and Your Audience
Host: Juliet/Rachael
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
1:1 Mentoring/Coaching
Host: Joni, Rachael, Juliet
🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Session 4 - Finding a Editor/Giving and Receiving Feedback
Host: Rachael
🕑: 06:30 PM - 08:00 PM
Session 5 - Share Your Story: Being Vulnerable With an Audience
Host: Juliet
🕑: 08:30 AM - 09:30 AM
Prayer and Share Breakfast
Host: Joni
🕑: 09:30 AM - 01:00 PM
Guided Writing Walk/Kayak/Free Writing/1:1 Mentoring
🕑: 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Session 6 - Every Story is a Redemption Story: 12 Steps for Writers
Host: Rachael/Juliet/Joni
🕑: 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Session 7 - Living, Healing and Writing Forward With Purpose
Host: Juliet/Joni/Rachael