Our 2026 Winter Retreat

was held in Woodstock, GA

Each February we schedule a time of refreshment for hard-working homeschool moms. This gathering grows sweeter every year.

For 2026:

The life of the prophet Elijah was not one constant mountaintop experience. Instead, his walk with God unfolded in seasons—each with its own challenges and invitations to trust. As a homeschool mom, you might find your days look surprisingly similar. Take heart: God met Elijah in every season—and He’ll meet you too.

Elijah’s Seasons & the Homeschool Mom: Finding God’s Presence in Every Season of the Journey”

Sessions to cover 1 Kings Chapters 17-19

When Good Intentions Meet Hard Days 

Homeschooling often begins with beautiful goals. Things like carefully chosen curriculum, a fresh planner, and a heart full of hope for meaningful days with our children. But just like new shoots in a garden, even the best beginnings can struggle under the heat of real life. In this session, we’ll explore what happens when our early enthusiasm starts to wilt: when routines falter, patience thins, and the daily pressures feel like a scorching sun on tender growth. 

Together, we’ll look honestly at the challenges that come with homeschooling, without guilt or comparison. We’ll talk about what it means to nourish ourselves as faithfully as we nourish our kids, how to recognize the signs of burnout before they take root, and how small, steady practices can often bring forth the fruit we originally hoped and prayed for but that ultimately homeschooling is a journey walked best with our eyes firmly planted on Jesus.  

This event is planned to include encouragement, restoration, and practical wisdom, a gentle watering for weary hearts. Whether you feel like you’re thriving, barely hanging on, or somewhere in between, you’ll leave this retreat with renewed clarity, lighter shoulders, and hope for the days and seasons to come. 

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We were able to capture three of the five of the sessions on audio file and have slides to go along with these. We pray they are a blessing to each mom who listens.

Slides

Photos from past retreats:

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Unite Retreat Reviews:

  • Husband says, "You should go more often"

    This weekend was really great. Even as a more introverted mom, there was plenty of balance between activity and rest. I feel recharged and thankful for the friends I made, the reminders I got about homeschooling and the time away makes getting home sweet.

    My husband even noticed my improved demeanor and said we should go more often! Wow - I guess he was better on his own with the kids than I expected.

  • This was my first Unite Retreat. Loved it! What a great opportunity to commune with other moms, appreciate our kids and our journey, but have limited “Mom” interruptions. I enjoyed getting to know some pretty amazing moms, strengthen our homeschool walk, craft & relax! Thank you!

    ~Lynne W.

  • 100% Wonderful!

    ~Karen

  • I really loved this weekend. The cabin was great and perfect for having space but also connecting. The crafts and talks were wonderful. I was a bit nervous to come but felt right at home once here.

    ~L.B.

  • Returned again!

    I had a wonderful time and am so grateful to come a second year. Love being able to hang out with everyone and have a break from kids. I don’t have any suggestions to change, just keep doing them and I’ll keep coming!

    ~Nancy

  • Wouldn't change a thing

    Thoroughly enjoyed this weekend! Wouldn’t change a thing, truly.

    Appreciated the opportunity to fellowship with other moms at all stages and ages. Thankful for the refreshing, self-paced weekend.

    Thank you for all y’all did to pull this together. The food was wonderful, and the chance to go all weekend without planning, preparing, cleaning up the meals was a divine treat. 😃

    ~Brittany