Abide Women’s Retreat
About Abide
“If you abide in My Word, you are my disciples. And you shall know the truth and the truth shall set you free.”
John 8:31–32

Our mission
Abide Women’s Retreat exists to encourage, equip, support, and disciple women to live in God’s Word with purpose.
Our heart’s desire is for women to abide in Christ, His Word, and mature as His disciples.
What it is
Abide Women’s Retreat is a two-day retreat for women, with multiple sessions, workshops, delicious food, and fellowship. Based in northern Indiana, we exist to encourage women in their walk with the Lord.
Who we are
Abide is an Anabaptist women’s retreat, formally organized in May of 2024. We create the retreat with like-minded Anabaptist speakers and resources, working together with our local congregations.
What we believe
Statement of Faith
Our Statement of Faith sets out the purpose of the retreat, our Anabaptist affiliation, and the convictions held by our committee and speakers on worship, headship, attire, and marriage.
Our Committee
The women who plan, prepare, and pray over each year’s retreat.
Admin Committee

Emily Stoltzfus

Twila Newcomer

Tabitha Gearin
Event Committee

Lucile Pletcher
Food

Loretta Miller
Decoration

Krista Mullet
Publicity

Sandra Beachy
Treasurer
Support Abide
If you would like to support the work of Abide Women’s Retreat, you can give online through PayPal.