September 23-25, 2011
“Women Who Dare to Believe!”

Bonnie Keen is a founding member of the critically acclaimed recording trio First Call. Over a span of 20+ years she has been awarded three Dove Awards, five Grammy nominations, and an Emmy nomination for her work as a recording artist, author and speaker. Penning several number one contemporary Christian songs with First Call, she has recently covered new ground as a solo artist writing for her three CDs: “Marked For Life,” “God Of Many Chances” and her latest 2007 release, “Evidence of Love.”

As a survivor of divorce, single parenthood, and clinical depression, Bonnie’s story has graced the covers of “Today’s Christian Woman” and “Virtue” magazine. Her first three books allowed her the chance to speak hope to others from her first hand experience of God’s mercy to messy situations. “Blessed Are the Desperate,” “God Loves Messy People,” and “A Ladder Out of Depression” openly reveal Bonnie’s journey from despair to hope.
    
Bonnie lives with her “miracle” Brent (a five-time Grammy award winning, horse loving, Renaissance husband) on their farm outside of Franklin, TN.

Nan Gurley has been awarded Best Actress "Tennie" Awards by "The Tennessean" for her work in "The Seagull," "Cyrano," "The Little Foxes," "A Streetcar Named Desire," "Crimes of the Heart," and "The Storybuilders." Nan has had featured roles with Tennessee Opera Theater and has been a guest soloist on numerous occasions with the Nashville Symphony.

Nan co-wrote with Denice Hicks and Claire Syler a new work entitled SHAKESPEARE'S CASE, a play in which William Shakespeare goes on trial to defend his modern relevance. The play had its premiere in 2009 at the Nashville Shakespeare Festival. She has performed her one-woman show, "The Diary of Opal Whiteley," at the Piccolo Spoleto Festival in Charleston, SC, and at colleges and universities in the Southeast.

She is a two-time Dove Award winning songwriter and has written and recorded an album of songs for children entitled "Small Wonder." Also the author of three children's books, "Little Rose of Sharon," "Twice Yours," and "What Color is Love,” Nan is proudest of her role as wife to Wayne and Mother to Erin and Lena.

Although Bonnie Keen and Nan Gurley have many professional accolades and accomplishments, they are the real deal! They're as much "women who dare to believe" as any of those described in their studies. As they speak you can expect wit, humor, authenticity, insight, truth, camaraderie, and a fresh look at inspirational lives.

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Frances Drost is a concert artist and inspirational speaker who began her own company, "Musical Creations," as a way to encourage people on their journey through life. She comments, "I understand that music is a powerful, God-given tool which touches people and I greatly enjoy using my gifts to minister to listening hearts.

"Having served for a total of 10 years on staff as the Director of Worship at two different churches, Frances brings that experience into her worship leading at various conferences and churches. As a worship leader, she has shared many platforms with well known author and Women of Faith speaker, Carol Kent.

Frances is also a songwriter for Songs Of Love - a nonprofit organization that connects songwriters with terminally ill children. The songwriter writes a song for the family with their child as the star of the song. This is an awesome way to encourage children and reinforce how beautiful they are and help carry them through difficult times.

Frances was winner of the 2009 Momentum Award for "Female Artist Of The Year" and was also nominated for "Inspirational Artist Of The Year" at the 2009 Momentum Awards ceremony in Nashville, TN. She has 5 CD’s available featuring both instrumental and vocal offerings.

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Sue McMillin,as a tiny baby girl was victim of a mother who chose a husband over a child. Her mother gave her up moments after the birth, and was placed in a foster home where the foster mother took full advantage of the system, as well as the money intended for food and nurturing. At eight months old, authorities rescued the baby and 10 other children. When rescued, she weighed ten pounds, didn’t know how to eat and was emotionally and physically starving.

Sue says, “I can never repay the love of Frazier and his wife Smiley McMillin, who reclaimed the life of a discarded infant and adopted me. I cannot help but be thankful that God ‘reached down from heaven and took me and drew me out of deep waters.’”(Psalm 18:16)

Currently, Sue is the president of With Time to Spare and leads seminars for Fortune 500 clients, businesses and churches across the country. She says, “My job is to bring organization out of chaos. That is what God did for me as a tiny, abused baby. He brought order out of chaos. As I share my organization skills, I pray for opportunities to share how God can bring order into our lives as well.”

A national speaker, Sue has been featured in the Washington Post, Changing Times, The Godly Business Woman, Focus on the Family Magazines and other publications. She is the author of eleven books including Taken By Surprise, If I File It, Can I Find It? and The Organized Home.

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Keynote session: “A Woman Who Dared to Believe”

Breakout session: “A Time and Place for Everything…Organize Your Home, Habits and Heart from a Biblical Perspective”

Want to laugh your way to a completely organized home or office? Come and enjoy a comical presentation that shows before and after pictures of homes and offices Sue has organized across this country, England and Europe. Scripture is literally full of ideas to organize your home and heart. Learn how practical steps to order can transform your space, energy, relationships and give you more time to focus on what matters most…the Lord and your family!

Schedule subject to change to better serve you!
Friday
4:00 pm	Check in
5:00–6:30	Dinner
7:00-9:15	Session 1…praise and worship, ACT 1, Spaghetti Time and more!
9:15	Snack
9:45	Optional Activity, Indoor Pool & Hot Tub
Saturday
7:00 am	Water Aerobics
7:30	Devotions with Frances
7:30-9:00	Breakfast
9:30-12:30	Session 2…praise and worship, message, music, keynote, Spaghetti Time and more!
12:30-2:00	Lunch
1:30-5:00	Afternoon optional activities, breakout sessions
5:00-6:30	Dinner
7:00-9:30	Session 3, praise and worship, ACT 2, message, Spaghetti Time and more!
9:15	Snack
9:45	Live at Center Stage
Sunday
7:30-9:00	Breakfast
9:00	Personal Devotions
9:30-10:00	Check out
10:00-12:00	Session 4…praise and worship, offering, music, message, Spaghetti Time and more!
12:00-1:30	Lunch & conclusion

“Sandy Cove over the years has just been that extra special place that God has provided His children to get away from busy life & learn to be still, & know that He is God!” ~ Charlotte, Dover, DE

“Everything about Sandy Cove is spiritually uplifting. You can definitely feel God’s love here. I am blessed for staying here overnight for the first time.” ~ Lori, Hallstead, PA

“Sandy Cove Women’s Weekends have a balanced schedule of teaching, worshiping, free time to allow the Holy Spirit to work and move in my heart and soul, and enjoy the fellowship of others.” ~Winnie, Danby, VT

All rates are per person and include two nights lodging, six meals, snacks, program and activities. Some optional craft workshops and activities require a modest fee.

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Most rooms have two twin beds and one queen size bed, so triple occupancy allows for each person to have their own sleep space. 

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