Choose joy!

These two words were part of the theme for the first Bridging the Gap women’s conference I attended several years ago, and became an impactful part of my life afterward that I still remember today. Since then, I have attended numerous spring conferences that have comforted me when I grieved, challenged me in my faith, and encouraged me to dream big.

Beyond the conference, I have found these weekends away have become a tradition as a wonderful time away with friends. We stay together in a nearby hotel, get dinner together, and stay up late into the night talking, crying, and laughing. I always go home refreshed and revitalized.

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I have been blessed each year by speakers who shared honestly and artists who worshipped extravagantly. Each year has offered different themes and messages, leadership trainings and resources.

Francesca

I am always so encouraged as we gather together women of all ages and stages of life, representing many different churches from all across the state, with one purpose in mind: to celebrate Jesus. Who he is, what he has done and what he is going to do!

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This year will be no exception, especially with this year’s “Adamant Faith” theme. The Thrive Conference has become an annual tradition and I would encourage anyone to go; you’ll definitely be blessed. For more information, go here.