Women’s Getaway | Fall 2026
October 2-4, 2026
Sometimes as women we might feel depleted and in need of some encouragement, even a few moments to just catch our breath while we are ministered to through music. Our equipped weekend is designed to help women take that time. Friday night we start our evening with a concert of praise, Saturday morning and early afternoon is filled with breakout sessions, reflective of our theme for the weekend, sessions that will encourage us and challenge us. Saturday evening and Sunday morning our plenary teacher will open God’s word and help us dig into His word. Returning home equipped to live out your own faith vibrantly is our prayer.
Teacher
Katie Ogiba
Read about Katie Ogiba
Katie is a Bible nerd, bookworm, and daydreamer, but even more so, she is a recipient of God’s incredible grace and a disciple of Jesus. A teacher by trade, Katie was a stay-at-home mom for several years before following her passion for Scripture and going back to school to pursue a Master’s in Biblical Studies. She now works at Capstone Community Bible Church in Etobicoke, overseeing the House Church ministry and serving on the teaching team. She is also the Discipleship Coordinator with the Young Parents ministry at Youth Unlimited (Toronto Youth For Christ). Katie cannot help but share her passion for the Word of God and loves encouraging others to join in the excitement! She lives in Mississauga with her husband, Greg, and their two younger sons, with their oldest son being in Guelph for school.
Music
TBD
Teaching Topic
Throughout Scripture, the wilderness is more than a place, it is where God meets his people. It is a setting marked by uncertainty, waiting, and vulnerability, and yet it is often where God does his deepest work of formation and trust.
Over four sessions, we will explore key wilderness stories from the Bible.
- Israel in the Exodus, learning to trust God day by day
- David in hiding, waiting for the fulfillment of God’s promise
- Elijah in exhaustion, encountering God’s gentle presence
- Jesus in the wilderness, led by the Spirit before beginning his public ministry
Together we will reflect on what these stories reveal about who God is and how he meets us in seasons that feel stripped back or unseen. This retreat offers space to listen, rest, and be reminded that the wilderness is not the end of the story, but often the place where God’s presence, provision, and purpose become most clear.
Main Event
Friday, October 2, 2026
4:00pm – Registration and Welcome with Coffee/Tea
5:30pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Session #1
(Campfire and snack to follow)
Saturday, October 3, 2026
8:30am – Breakfast
10:00am – Sessions #2
12:00pm – Lunch
1:00pm – Free Time and Recreation Activities
5:30pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Session #3
(Campfire and snack to follow)
Sunday, October 4, 2026
8:30am – Breakfast
10:00am – Session #4
Check Out prior to Lunch
12:00pm – Lunch
Registration
Check in and registration begins Friday at 4:00pm.
Accommodations
Please refer to our website for accommodation selection*. 20% discount on accommodations for MBC retreats. Share accommodation with friends to save!
Share a room with friends in Founders Hall for just $116.00/night for up to 4 people! A great way to stay together and save together.
All prices are plus HST
Meals & Program
Program, 6 meals and 2 snacks
— $328.50 per person.
All prices are plus HST
Program Only
$157.50 per person.
All prices are plus HST
* Accommodation options are subject to availability. Please call the office at 705-789-0123 if you have any questions.
“In the week leading up to the MBC women’s retreat, I encountered several challenges which were both mentally and emotionally draining. As I packed my bags on late Friday afternoon, I realized that God had already known that I needed an unhurried period of rest, fellowship and bible teaching in the upcoming weekend. Earlier this year, God sent a friend to invite me to attend the retreat with her. The retreat’s message on forgiveness introduced new perspectives that I had not considered before. Again, with the previous week’s events and upcoming decisions still weighing heavily on my heart, I realized that God already knew what I needed to hear, as He orchestrated the retreat including speaker and message. Although my husband was supportive of me attending the retreat, it was not easy for me to let go and walk away from my responsibilities for the weekend. As I pondered upon the new lessons that God was teaching me during the retreat, I felt uplifted and encouraged that God could help me to head home to be a better wife, mother, employee and friend. All praise to our all-knowing and loving Father.”
-Joanne, Guest at Women’s Getaway Fall 2023
The Prayer Room is Open!
At Muskoka Bible Centre, the breathtaking beauty of God’s creation invites reflection, renewal, and a deeper connection with Him. Free from the noise and busyness of daily life, we have the space to listen, seek, and draw near to the Lord.
Prayer is woven into the very fabric of MBC. Many of our retreats feature a Prayer Room—a peaceful, welcoming sanctuary where you can commune with God and rest in His presence. Whether you seek solitude, a moment of shared prayer with a friend, or the compassionate support of our trained Biblical Care staff, the Prayer Room is a space designed for you to encounter God.
Faith begins with a single prayer—an earnest cry for God’s saving grace. As we journey with Him, prayer remains vital, sustaining and strengthening our walk. Here, you can lay down your burdens, refresh your spirit, and pour out your heart to the One who knows and loves you completely.
"Give all your worries and cares to God, for He cares about you."
— 1 Peter 5:7
Bringing a Group? We’re Here to Help.
Gathering others for an MBC Retreat creates space for renewal, connection, and time with Jesus—and we want to make it easy for you.
You’ll get access to planning tools, promo support, and a dedicated contact to walk with you every step of the way—plus, enjoy a little thank-you gift just for putting it all together!