RETREATS:
2018 Ladies Retreats
3 Day: AUGUST 24-26th:
Symptoms and Consequences of Abuse
Self Esteem & Trust
Understanding the Cycle of Domestic Violence
Anger, Shame Guilt and Forgiveness
Steps to Recovery
Check-in is 9:00am on Fridays. Classes begin at 10:00am. All workshops/retreats are held at our beautiful retreat property in Cherry Log,Georgia.
Do you want to improve your relationships and your internal happiness but don’t know how? These weekend retreats are designed to help women regain their balance in life. The August retreat is crafted for those who have experienced sexual abuse or domestic violence but is open to anyone.
These retreats address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. To make it possible for more ladies to attend, we have divided the week long retreat into three 3-day workshops.
In these workshops/retreats you will receive tools for change. Through classroom instruction, sharing time, and interactive and experiential activities, you will learn how to change your thought patterns, manage emotions and change behaviors. Total cost for each retreat is $475 per person. This includes food, lodging, classes and materials. There are two Board Certified Christian Counselors facilitating the classes. Please contact Racheal’s Rest for retreat details, availability and how to register at info.rachealsrest@gmail.com.
5-7 Day: OCTOBER 7-13th: Ladies full week-long retreat.
Impact of Abuse on Victims
How to Build Healthy Relationships
Learning to Trust Appropriately
Managing Anger
The Process of Forgiveness
Self Esteem and Healthy Boundaries
Spiritual Confusion
Fears, Anxiety and PTSD
Quilt and Shame
Goals for the Future
Letting “GO” of Toxicity
Check-in on October 7th between 4:00pm-7:00pm. Check-out on October 13th before 10:00am.
These retreats address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. All workshops/retreats are held at our beautiful retreat property in Cherry Log, Georgia.
Do you want to improve your relationships and your internal happiness but don’t know how? This week-long retreat is designed to help women regain their balance in life. This October retreat is crafted for those who have experienced sexual abuse or domestic violence.
In these workshops/retreats you will receive tools for change. Through classroom instruction, sharing time, and interactive and experiential activities, you will learn how to change your thought patterns, manage emotions and change behaviors. Total cost for each retreat is $1200 per person. This includes food, lodging, classes and materials. There are two Board Certified Christian Counselors facilitating the classes. Please contact Racheal’s Rest for retreat details, availability and how to register at info.rachealsrest@gmail.com.
2018 Children’s Retreat
This year’s retreat is for children who don’t live with both parents. This could be from the death of a parent, divorce or being placed in foster care. This retreat addresses the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of children through play. Focus will be on helping the children understand their current situation is just part of their life’s story and that adjusting to change is a necessary part of life.
2 Day: SEPTEMBER 8-9th:
Check-in on September 8th at 10am. Check-out on September 9th 4:00pm.
In these workshops children will learn how to handle worry and how to set and respect boundaries. Through games, sharing time, and interactive and experiential activities, children will learn how to change their thought patterns, manage emotions and change behaviors.
There will be painting, crafts, movies, peddle boat rides on the pond, and playing in the creek on the property. This fun weekend will be held on our beautiful retreat property in Cherry Log, GA.
The cost for this retreat is $100 per person (child or adult) . This includes food, lodging, classes and materials. There are two Board Certified Christian Counselors facilitating the classes. Please contact Racheal’s Rest for retreat details, availability and how to register at info.rachealsrest@gmail.com.
WORKSHOPS:
February – May 2018: Join Dr. Karen McDonald on Wednesday nights beginning Feb. 7th, 2018 as she leads “Shelter from the Storm” meetings for survivors of sexual abuse at Summit Baptist Church. The is NO charge to attend and open to the public.
Clear your calendar for all 13 meetings and call Dr. Karen at 678-525-5177 to get signed up!
Summit Baptist Church: 4310 Moon Station Lane Acworth, GA 30101 – 6:30pm – 13 weeks – Room C203
Contact Dr. Karen for more information about his 13 week program!
YEARLY VIP GALA:
September 16th, 2018:
Annual Autumn Under the Stars “Taste of Italy” VIP event at Mari’s Cucina and Social House in Alpharetta, GA. Racheal’s Rest is the featured charity with a % of the event proceeds going towards our Scholarship Fund and Retreat Center fund!
LIVE auction with the very best authentic New York Sicilian Italian Johns Creek and Alpharetta has to offer including organic meats, produce and sushi grade salmon while offering many gluten free options in a social setting that feels like home and is a and fun place to eat. Mari’s Cucina Executive Chef will select 6 flights of wine to take you on a flavorful “Tour of Italy” and paired each wine with a small plate to bring out the exquisite flavors.
Please contact Carrie Robinson Hyzdu for GALA details at carrie.rachealsrest@gmail.com
FUNDRAISING:
April 5th, 2018: You are invited to join Racheal’s Rest at Moes (at 92/575 Woodstock) for SPIRIT NIGHT! This is a special night that is hosted by Moes to raise awareness for a few special charities and we are one of them! Moes will donate 20% of the proceeds for this night to Racheal’s Rest so stop by to EAT IN or place a TO GO order….the more the merrier!
5-9pm April is Child Abuse Prevention Month
April 14th, 2018: Join us 11am-5pm in Atlanta as we REMOVE THE MASK on sexual abuse and domestic violence through stories of survival and creative arts. UNMASK will be heald at Destiny Metropolitan Worship Church at 1775 Water Place SE Atlanta, GA 30339. All proceeds will go to Racheal’s Rest. Register online HERE! $25 per person with lunch INCLUDED!
October 25th, 2018: You are invited to join Racheal’s Rest at Moes (at 92/575 Woodstock) for SPIRIT NIGHT! This is a special night that is hosted by Moes to raise awareness for a few special charities and we are one of them! Moes will donate 20% of the proceeds for this night to Racheal’s Rest so stop by to EAT IN or place a TO GO order….the more the merrier!
5-9pm (We will dress up and hand out Halloween candy) October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month
ANNUAL APPRECIATION DAY:
2018 Date to be Determined:
Annual Sponsor/Volunteer/Supporter Appreciation Day
There are no words to express how much we appreciate your support and how you have impacted Racheal’s Rest so we decided to SHOW YOU. We invite our sponsors, volunteers, supporters and their families to spend the day at Racheal’s Rest during our Annual Appreciation Day!
- If you would like to join us then please email us and we will get you the invite.
- 11-3:00pm
- Yall bring a side dish and/or dessert that serves 12!!
- You MUST RSVP with a head count and also let us know what dish your are bringing….we don’t need 4 pans of baked beans! HEEE!
- Lunch around 1pm
- We will supply drinks and snacks but please feel free to bring your own if there is something specific you want to have that day.
- We will supply the “main dish”. It COULD be baked chicken, BBQ, spaghetti bake…WHO KNOWS, we are still deciding on that one.
- Don’t forget towels, lawn chairs and/or blanket
- Expect outdoor fun with badminton, croquet, volleyball, etc.!
- Hanging out at/in Fightingtown creek. Bring your fishing tackle and see if you can catch a big one!
- Explore the 4.5 acres and MORE!
- Enjoying 10 rocking chairs on the front porch w fans and the sound of running water
- Get in the hot-tub!
- A little “pond” action with our 3 person PEDAL BOAT. No swimming or fishing in the pond.
- THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT SO PRAY FOR NO RAIN!
Racheal’s Rest
Fannin County