Single Moms Retreat

Single Moms Retreat

Gather with single moms from across Minnesota for a weekend of biblical teaching and a time to relax, refresh, and have some fun.

Our mission is to show attendees extravagant love and encourage each woman to dream BIG dreams with God.

Join Us:

  • May 4-5, 2027
  • Lake Geneva Christian Center (Alexandria, MN)
  • Main Sessions, Multiple Workshops, and Lots of Activities & Giveaways, including Car Care, a Salon & Spa, SMR Boutique, Kids Books, After-Party, and much more!
  • Attend, Volunteer, Invite, or Donate
  • Register (Please note: tickets are non-refundable but are transferrable.)
  • ASL interpreting services are not available.
  • In offering single moms a weekend of focused rest, childcare is not provided, and children are not permitted at this retreat.
Donate

There are a lot of ways to support the Single Moms Retreat! See the list below for ways you might donate toward the event.

BOOKS

  • Donate new or like-new Bibles and children’s Bibles.
  • Donate Kids Books (Guidelines: For ages 0-6; like-new, with no tattered/colored-on/scuffed pages or edges; and no controversial topics, wizards, nor magic.)
  • Email info@mnbtg.org with interest.
  • Print receipt for donated merchandise.

CAR CARE

  • Learn More or Promote
  • Donate (Enter your donation amount. On the next screen, click on “Donation Message,” and enter “SMR26” to designate your tax deductible donation for the retreat.)

FUNDS

  • Donate finances toward event costs and scholarships.
  • If you are connected with Thrivent®, consider creating a Thrivent Action Team to support the Single Moms Retreat.
  • This event would not be possible without the generosity of individual and corporate sponsors and donors.  Email info@mnbtg.org for details on sponsorship opportunities and benefits!

GIFTS

  • Donate a gift or gift basket for one recipient, or donate a session gift for all attendees. See our wishlist, and RSVP with what you would like to give. Donations are being accepted through May 10.
  • Print receipt for donated merchandise.

KOHL’S CASH & GIFT CARD BALANCES

  • Donate unused Kohl’s Cash or gift card balances (e.g. Walmart, Target, etc.) to be used to purchase items toward the Single Moms Retreat.
  • Drop codes HERE.

SMR BOUTIQUE

SUB PROJECT

  • Our hope is to offer every attendee a new SUB set (socks, undies, & bra) as part of the SMR Boutique.
  • Invite your friends and church groups to host a collection! Learn more and see promo tools & video.
  • Print receipt for donated merchandise.
Volunteer

VOLUNTEER WITH US

CAR CARE VOLUNTEERS

HAIR STYLIST VOLUNTEERS

  • Licensed hair stylists are invited to volunteer with the SMR Salon & Spa on Friday, anytime between 1-6:30. Email info@mnbtg.org with interest, availability, and for coupon code.

MASSAGE THERAPIST VOLUNTEERS

  • Licensed Massage Therapists are invited to volunteer with the SMR Spa on Friday, or join the event as an exhibitor. Email info@mnbtg.org with interest and for coupon code.

Can’t find what you’re looking for? Submit a question HERE!

Friday Schedule

  • 1:00 pm – Registration + Car Care Check-in (Gym)
  • 1:00-5:30 pm – Free Time:
    • SMR Boutique, Spa with Professional Massages
    • Craft Room, Geneva Java, Professional Haircuts & Eyebrow Waxing (Open Until 6:30 pm on a first-come, first-sign-up basis)
    • Exhibitors, Fold Coffee Cart, Kids Books, & Resource Table
    • Indoor Pool & Outdoor Hot Tub
    • Camp Store
    • 3:00-4:30 pm – Pickleball (equipment provided or bring your own; free lessons available)
  • 5:30 pm – Dinner, Exhibitors, Kids Books, Resource Table
  • 5:30 pm – Registration Moves to Worship Center
  • 6:30 pm – Worship Center Doors Open: Exhibitors
  • 7:00 pm – Main Session ONE
  • 9:00 pm – Baptisms (Legacy Lodge Indoor Pool or Lake; Location Announced in Main Session ONE)
  • 9:30 pm-12:00 am – After Party:
    • Bingo (9:30-10:15 pm)
    • Bonfires
    • Craft, Puzzles, or Bring-Your-Own Craft
    • Exhibitor Shopping
    • Guided Moonlit Walk (10:15-10:45 pm)
    • Indoor Pool & Outdoor Hot Tub
    • Pizza & Beverages
    • SMR Boutique
    • Spa with Professional Massages

Saturday Schedule

  • 7:00 am – Breakfast (Until 8:30 am)
    • 1 Mile Walk or 5K Fun Run & Devotion (First 100 to Arrive Receive a Runner’s Bib Number)
    • Exhibitors, Fold Coffee Cart, Kids Books, & Resource Table
    • Geneva Java
    • Lakeside Bonfire Devotion
    • SMR Boutique
  • 8:00-11:00 am – Saturday Registration (Worship Center)
  • 8:15 am – Car Care Workshop
  • 8:30 am – Worship Center Doors Open: Exhibitors
  • 9:00 am – Main Session TWO
  • 10:30 am – Break: Exhibitors, Fold Coffee Cart, Kids Books, & Resource Table
  • 10:30-11:00 am – Check Out of Rooms if Vehicle is Not in Car Care
  • 11:00 am – Workshops ONE
  • 12:00 pm – Lunch (Until 1:30 pm)
    • Exhibitors, Fold Coffee Cart, Kids Books, & Resource Table
    • Worship Center: Exhibitors, Prayer Room
  • 12:30-1:30 pm – SMR Boutique
  • 1:30 pm – Workshops TWO
  • 2:30 pm – Main Session THREE
  • 4:30 pm – Car Pickup

Activities

After-Party

Don’t miss the After-Party with Bingo, bonfires, pizza, Diva Boutique shopping, the Spa, and more!

Car Care

The Car Care team will be offering free safety inspections, along with fluid and bulb checks. The team is planning to service the first 120 vehicles that check in by 6:00 pm on the Friday of the Retreat.

  1. Eligibility Requirements:
    • Must present proof of insurance in your name.
    • Must bring the title of the vehicle in your name or proof of ownership.
    • Vehicle must be more than 5 years old.
    • Preference may be given to mothers with minors in the home.
  2. Please take all necessities out of your vehicle when dropping it off.
  3. You will be sent a text message or receive a phone call when your vehicle checkup is completed.
  4. PLEASE NOTE: We cannot guarantee that we will get to everyone in the time that is allotted.

GET INVOLVED:

  • Volunteer with the Car Care Team
  • Learn more or promote: See Flyer
  • Donate (Enter your donation amount on the next screen, click on “Donation Message,” and enter “SMR25” to designate your tax deductible gift; thank you!)
    Geneva Java

    Specialty coffees, smoothies, & more will be available for sale at the Geneva Java!

    Indoor Pool / Outdoor Hot Tub

    Bring your swimsuit & a pool towel to enjoy the NEW indoor pool and outdoor hot tub at Lake Geneva Christian Center!

    Salon & Spa - Open Friday Only

    The SMR Salon is a first-come, first serve area with complimentary haircuts by licensed hair stylists. Located in the Lakeview Center, lower level. Sinks are not accessible to stylists, so guests must come with washed hair, please.

    The SMR Spa–offered by The Waters Church and volunteers–includes free nail painting, foot soaks, hand massages, chair massages by licensed massage therapists, parrafin wax hand dip, and more! We know you’re going to love this area!

    SMR Boutique

    The SMR Boutique is an area of the retreat with thousands of articles of new and like-new clothing, shoes, jewelry, and accessories. Each attendee will have the opportunity to shop for free and take home a select number of items, as well as to stop by the SUB (socks, undies, and bras) Shop for a free set of undergarments.

    1 Mile Walk or 5K Run

    Join us bright and early on Saturday to hear a morning devotional and exercise with new friends! The first 100 to arrive receive a runner’s bib number.

    Connect
    Archives & Resources

    Thank You, 2026 Sponsors

    Email us to learn about sponsorship opportunities.

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