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Bring the Keep a Smile On Your Faith™ event to your area. Whether presenting to one church or to a community-wide gathering, Debi and Fawn are delighted to bring a fresh infusion of truth. Contact Debi and Fawn by clicking here.

 

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

I LOVED the journal and have used it ever since! Also, I loved the way you shared the verses with us so that we could look them up later! Great idea!

This retreat was wonderful for all ages. You spoke to young parents, singles and senior citizens. You did a wonderful job touching all bases. My prayers are with you as you continue this wonderful ministry.

I am encouraged by Debi and Fawn's enthusiasm for God's Word and of course enjoyed both of their storytelling abilities.

God used this retreat to jumpstart renewal in my walk with Him.

Of course I loved it! :-) Reaching nearly my 25th year as a Christian I really appreciated the infusion of truth that I received. I felt a like a very good friend was saying all the things I needed to hear and was encouraging me to again do the right thing!!

My faith journal is kept with my Bible and I have referred to it several times. Because of this retreat, I am more excited about my faith.

It was wonderful to be in an intimate setting with women who love the Lord. VERY ENCOURAGING!

The illustrations were excellent, memorable and easy to remember and apply.

I overheard one woman in the hallway: "The only problem with Debi and Fawn speaking is that you can't go to the bathroom for fear of missing something."

 

Calendar: Keep a Smile On Your Faith™

Saturday, March 13, 2010
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Blue Ridge Bible Church
8524 Blue Ridge Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64138
Church: 816.353.8053
Admission is FREE!
Register | Details | Map | Weather

Saturday, April 17, 2010
8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Strasburg Baptist Church
503 West Mill
Strasburg, MO 64090 (KC metro area)
Church: 816.680.3303
Admission is FREE!
Register | Details | Map | Weather

Friday-Sunday, April 23-25, 2010
Noland Road Baptist Church of Independence, MO 64055
Women's Retreat at Camp Windermere in Roach, MO 65787
Church: 816.370.0106
Admission is FREE!
(Admission is free, but accomodations are limited and you may need to arrange your own. Contact Beth Whorton for details.)
Register | Details | Map | Weather

June 2010 (exact dates pending)
Hutchinson, KS (Wichita area; exact venue pending)
Admission is FREE!

Friday-Saturday, Oct. 14-15, 2010
Friday evening and most of Saturday; times TBA
Concord Baptist Church
13775 Tesson Ferry Road
St. Louis, MO 63128
Church: 314.843.3500
Admission is FREE!
Register | Details | Map | Weather

2011

Friday-Sunday, Feb. 18-19, 2011
Topeka, KS (exact venue pending)
Admission is FREE!

See additional locations where we may be booked soon.

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Details, details!

Registration | Cost | Seating | Leaders | Meals | Travel

What to Expect | What to Bring | What to Wear | Child Care | Handicapped Access

Registration: Click the link at the bottom of each event listing at the top of this page. Some links will take you to an online form; others will open an email for you to indicate your intent to attend and give your contact information. Some events will offer tickets; others simply have you sign in when you arrive.

Cost: Every Keep a Smile On Your Faith™ event is FREE, but you must register in advance. (An offering will be taken at the event.)

Seating: Tables seat 6-8 women. Fill up one, two or even three tables with women from your church, book club, Bible study, home group, workplace, neighborhood or family tree! A trained volunteer Table Leader is provided for each table. Though seating is free, it is also limited. Please be courteous and reserve seating for confirmed attenders only. If you wish to be seated with specific people, include their names when you register.

Leaders: Women's ministry directors may choose to attend the retreat (perhaps with a team member or two) as they prayerfully consider booking the retreat for 2010 or 2011 in their own churches or communities. They will be seated together for bonus networking. (Please mention that you are a WM leader when you register.)

Meals: Complimentary beverages and snacks will be offered during breaks at the event. The lunch break on Saturday is about 45 minutes.

March 13 at Blue Ridge Bible Bible Church: Purchase a box lunch in advance for $7 or eat at a nearby fast-food restaurant.

April 17 at Strasburg Baptist Church: Purchase a catered lunch in advance for $6. There are no restaurants in this small town.

April 23-25 at Camp Windermere: This is the three-day retreat for the women of Noland Road Baptist Church of Independence, Mo. If NRBC's pre-reserved accomodations are full, you and your group are welcome to secure your own lodging and meals, and yet attend the teaching sessions for free with the women of NRBC. Contact Beth Whorton for details.

Oct. 14-15 at Concord Baptist Church: Desserts and coffee will be included on Friday evening. Details for breakfast and lunch on Saturday are TBA.

Travel: By plane or train, getting to Kansas City is usually very affordable. Use airport code MCI (not KCI) to book your flight using online fare finders (Google "cheap tickets"). Many hotels offer shuttle service to and from the airport. Contact us if you need help.

Kansas City International Airport (code: MCI -- not KCI)
601 Brasilia Ave.
Kansas City, MO
Directions to/from KCI

Amtrak also has rail service to downtown Kansas City, Mo., and many surrounding areas. Use these codes for stations:

IDP Independence, MO (Kansas City area)
600 S. Grand Ave., 64050

KCY Kansas City, MO (downtown Union Station)
2200 Main St., 64018

KWD Kirkwood, MO (St. Louis area)
110 W. Argonne Dr., 63122

LEE Lee's Summit, MO (Kansas City area)
220 SE Main St., 64063

STL St. Louis, MO (downtown Union Station)
430 S. 15th St., 63013

What to expect: There are five teaching sessions that run from 25-40 minutes each. After each session is Table Time -- about 30 minutes seated at an assigned table to discuss the teaching material and do creative activities. A trained volunteer Table Leader will guide your table through the questions and activities. You will receive your table assignment when you check in at the event.

What to bring: Each woman attending will receive a free journal to take notes in, so bring a pen or pencil. If you have a Bible, please bring that as well.

What to wear: Dress casually! You can't go wrong in a great pair of jeans. Check the weather report to see if an umbrella or jacket is needed by clicking here.

Child care: There is no provision for child care.

Handicapped access: Each event venue posted here can accomodate wheelchairs in the parking areas, main auditoriums, restrooms, and eating areas.

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When is the next event?

Debi and Fawn are working with many event planners and women's ministry directors to book the retreat in 2010 and 2011. As soon as dates are 100 percent confirmed, we will post them here. Get the news immediately by subscribing to our blog or following us on Twitter (debiandfawn).

Additional locations under consideration are California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Texas, and Wyoming. Add your state!

To reach as many women as possible, Debi and Fawn encourage churches to work together as co-sponsors of the retreat. Churches of all sizes can benefit through cooperative ministry and bless women beyond the walls of their own buildings. If this possibility interests you, read the special offer here. Then, contact Debi and Fawn here.

Meanwhile, please support Debi and Fawn as 2 Thessalonians 3:1 says:

"Finally, dear brothers and sisters, we ask you to pray for us. Pray that the Lord’s message will spread rapidly and be honored wherever it goes, just as when it came to you."

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