Women’s Getaway | Spring 2026
May 29-31, 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. The Women’s Getaway Spring Retreat is designed for women of all ages. Spend some quality time at our spectacular resort facilities set on beautiful Mary Lake just outside of Huntsville, Ontario. There are plenty of opportunities to unwind and connect with God and girlfriends.
Join us for a great weekend retreat and return home equipped for your busy life.
Teacher
Trillia Newbell
Read about Trillia Newbell
Trillia Newbell is the author of the kids’ books Creative God, Colorful Us and God’s Very Good Idea, a Bible study on Hebrews 11, A Great Cloud of Witnesses, and a Bible study on Romans 8, If God Is For Us, as well as the books Sacred Endurance: Finding Grace and Strength for a Lasting Faith, Enjoy: Finding the Freedom to Delight Daily in God’s Good Gifts (2016), Fear and Faith: Finding the Peace Your Heart Craves (2015) and United: Captured by God’s Vision for Diversity (2014). Her writings on issues of faith, family, and diversity have been published in the Knoxville News-Sentinel, Desiring God, True Woman, Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, and more. She was also a commentator for World Radio (a sister platform for World Magazine). She has spoken at numerous conferences, churches, women’s retreats, colleges and seminaries, including True Woman, The Gospel Coalition Women’s conference, Southeastern Theological Seminary, and more. She spent seven years serving as the Director of Community Outreach for the Ethics and Religious Liberty Commission for the Southern Baptist Convention. She is currently the Acquisitions Director for Moody Publishers. Her greatest love besides God is her family. She is married to her best friend and love, Thern. They reside with their two children near Nashville, TN. Discover more: http://trillianewbell.com
Music
Rachel Mallory
Read about Rachel Mallory
Rachel grew up in Muskoka, attended Bible school in New York and received both Music and Education degrees from Queen’s University in Kingston. After university, she decided to pursue full time ministry and came on staff at Bay Park Baptist Church to facilitate worship and outreach.
Rachel has been on staff at Bay Park for the last 10 years. She deeply values using her creativity to cultivate an environment in which people are encouraged to love God with all their hearts and minds. It is one of the great joys of her life to listen to the voices of the church lifted in worship to a glorious and gracious God.
On a regular day you might find Rachel listening to a podcast while she is out for a run, or dreaming up her cut flower garden.
Church website: www.baypark.ca
Instagram: rachel.mallory
Facebook: Rachel Mallory
Teaching Topic
Abiding in Jesus
Abiding in the True Vine – John 15: 1-15
The dictionary defines abiding as to accept or act in accordance with a rule, decision, or recommendation. Synonyms include: obey, observe, follow, uphold, heed, and accept. This definition isn’t far off from what Jesus is telling us to do in John 15. We will explore the biblical text for abiding in Christ and how our abiding can display our love for God through our trust, prayer, and devotion to him. We abide through relationship. We pursue in love. We pray in love. We obey in love.
Abiding Leads to Loving – John 15:1-11
If we abide in Jesus, we are called to love our neighbour—it is proof of our abiding. John emphasizes love because it shines a light on the one who has enabled it—Jesus. If we hate our brother and sister, we do not know God. Because of Jesus, we can learn to love as He has commanded.
Abiding Leads to Grace-filled Obedience – 1 John 2:1-6
Obedience is often reduced to legalism. But faithful obedience is not legalism, it’s love. A part of abiding and worship is devotion to Jesus. We will look at our obedience in light of abiding in Christ.
Main Event
Friday, May 29, 2026
4:00pm – Registration
5:30pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Teaching Session #1
Saturday, May 30, 2026
8:30 – Breakfast
10:00am – Teaching Session #2
12:00pm – Lunch
1:00pm – Free Time and Recreation
5:30pm – Dinner
7:00pm – Teaching Session #3
Sunday, May 31, 2026
8:30am – Breakfast
10:00am – Teaching Session #4
Check Out prior to Lunch
12:00pm – Lunch
Registration
Check in and registration begins Friday at 4:00pm followed by a Dinner at 5:30pm.
Accommodations
Please refer to our website for accommodation selection*. 20% discount on accommodations for MBC retreats. Share accommodation with friends to save!
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.
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!