“Where’s the Pause Button? Making Space for God in Every- day Life” will be the theme of the Ohio Mennonite Women’s Retreat Sept. 18-20 at Camp Luz in Kidron.

In our busy lives, sometimes finding time to connect with God can feel like just one more thing on a long “to do” list. And when we do carve out some time, what then? Sisters Ginny Hostetler, Willie Stoltzfus and Michele Rae Rizoli will share their own struggles to intentionally slow down and nurture the spirit in the midst of busyness. Together we will explore biblical stories, worship in song, and experience spiritual practices that can help us “press the pause button” in our everyday lives.”

Sisters Willie Stoltzfus, Michele Rae Rizoli and Ginny Hostetler (pictured left to right) will be the featured speakers at the 46th annual Ohio Mennonite Women’s Retreat this fall. Photo courtesy of Andrew Hostetler.
Sisters Willie Stoltzfus, Michele Rae Rizoli and Ginny Hostetler (pictured left to right) will be the featured speakers at the 46th annual Ohio Mennonite Women’s Retreat this fall. Photo courtesy of Andrew Hostetler.

In addition to presentations by Ginny, Willie and Michele, the retreat will include a mothering workshop led by Rebecca Lachman of Athens, Ohio, and various opportunities for a prayer and nature walk, massages, a service project at MCC Connections or meeting with a spiritual director.

The cost for the retreat is $80 for those staying the entire weekend, $20 for Friday only, $50 for Saturday only and $20 for Sunday only.

Ohio Mennonite Women is sending retreat brochures with a registration form to all Ohio Conference congregations. Check your church mailbox for details, or use this 2015 OMW Retreat registration form.

All registrations are due Sept. 4. For more information, contact Marilyn Rossiter at (330) 749- 5654 or mrossite@ashland.edu.