Come Away 2020

Come away and be restored.

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Who is God? What comes into our mind when we think about God actually colors how we see and interact with our world, and often our thoughts around God have been distorted by our life experiences. During uncertain times, it’s good to know that there is a God who doesn’t change and is unfailing in His provision and in His love. He invites us into peace and abundance. Yet the demands and difficulties of our day-to-day lives, wounds from the past, and the unpredictability of tomorrow often squelch our connection with Him. We are left feeling drained, empty, and alone.

• Do you desire a connection with God that empowers you to walk in greater trust and freedom?
• Do you seek more of His peace and abundance?
• Do you long for a place where you can come as you are, be known, accepted, loved, and find a greater sense of belonging?

Greater Things Community invites you to come away and be restored. Our experiential, transformative weekend will offer a variety of opportunities to encounter, explore, engage and express God in new and different ways. Open teaching and conversations will delve into who God is. A spacious rhythm offers extended time to rest, time to converse vertically and horizontally, and time to practice bringing mind into heart and body, where lasting transformation can take root. We will worship, pray, journal, reflect and move. We will give ample space to restore our connection with Him.

Greater Things Community is looking forward, now more than ever, to gathering in the beautiful Hill County at the Narrows at the Blanco River. Together, surrounded by encouraging and real women, we will come away to enjoy each other's company, reconnect to the One who knows and loves us best, and be restored. 

FAQ's

How do I enter my early bird coupon code EARLYBIRD2020?

On a desktop, the coupon code box will be on the right hand side, under the time clock.

For both desktop and mobile views, after you have entered your coupon code, be sure and click on the dark gray box with the > symbol on the right side of the coupon code box in order to apply the coupon.  You should see the price change after you hit the box with the >.

What does the weekend look like?

During the weekend, there will be times when we all come together as a group. This is a time of sharing, conversation, prayer, and worship.  We won't be teaching at you; we will be sharing and learning from each other. There will be other times throughout the weekend where you are invited to participate in some optional activities or to go off and reflect, pray, nap, read, journal, or talk with friends-both new and old. We will close the weekend together Sunday morning with a time of sharing and communion.   It is a casual and relaxed weekend, with time built in to just "be".  Come away and be restored. 

What are the sleeping arrangements?

Our space is lovely and consists of a main house, with a few separate surrounding houses. The majority of bedrooms are on the third floor of the main house, with no elevator; please let us know if you have mobility issues at checkout under "Anything we should know?". All beds are twin-sized, with no bunk beds.  Most rooms have 2 or 3 beds.  We will do our best to room you with your friends. You will receive your room assignment when you arrive on Friday between 2:00-2:45pm to check in.

Can I room with my friend?

We will do our very best to put you in the same room. We cannot guarantee it, but we know it makes the weekend more fun and meaningful to you. Most rooms sleep 2 or 3 people. Please indicate your request at check out under "Anthing we should know?". If you need to let us know after you've registered or if you have any questions or concerns, please email Liz at greaterthingscommunity@gmail.com.

When should I arrive?

Please plan to arrive between 2:00pm and 2:45pm on Friday, Oct 2.  The weekend will begin promptly at 3:00pm.  An email will be sent to all registered participants about a week before Come Away giving you driving directions, as well as all the other things you need to know before you come.

What meals are included?

We will be serving Friday dinner, Saturday breakfast, lunch, dinner, and Sunday breakfast. Water bottles and light snacks will also be available.  All meals and snacks are included in your registration price.  If you have a specialized diet, and you need to bring special food for yourself, please feel free.  A refrigerator/freezer and microwave are available.

What can I bring into the event?

About a week before Come Away, you will receive an email with a complete list of things to bring with you. Beds are twin-sized, and you will need to bring sheets and towels.  No alcohol is allowed at the retreat center.

When do ticket sales close?

 You can purchase tickets through Saturday, September 26, 2020.

How can I contact the organizer with any questions?

Contact Liz at greaterthingscommunity@gmail.com with any questions.

What's the refund policy? 

We know things are uncertain these days, and we want to help alleviate any concern about buying a ticket now.  If we are not allowed to gather together and the Come Away 2020 weekend has to be cancelled at any point, your ticket price will be refunded in full within one week of cancellation.

Otherwise, you can request a refund until midnight CDT on Wednesday, September 2, 2020.  You will be refunded your ticket price, less a $25 cancellation fee.   Email Liz at greaterthingscommunity@gmail.com to request a refund.