2018 - Ladies' Retreat

April 13-14
Debbie Herbster

Debbie is the wife of Dr. Carl Herbster.  Together, they have served in ministry since 1979. Twenty-eight of those years at Tri-City Baptist Church in Kansas City, MO where her husband was the Pastor.  Most recently they have been serving at Community Baptist Church in South Bend, IN as Interim Pastor.  Several years ago, Dr. Herbster founded a national organization called "Advance USA", which is a ministry to congressmen and women in Washington DC.  The passion of their life is to share the truth of God's Word- the Gospel of Jesus Christ, and how to live for Him!  Carl & Debbie have 3 sons who are married and serve in ministries with their wives and children....AND the Herbsters have 13 WONDERFUL grandchildren!

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April 20-21
Karla Armstrong

Karla was originally from Baltimore, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Russian Language and Literature from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. After a rewarding government career, she transitioned to homemaking and home-schooling her two sons, both of whom are now college graduates and enrolled in seminary, preparing for full-time ministry.  It was in 1996 when Karla received her first autoharp.  Karla is not a ‘paper trained’ musician but plays music by ear.  In addition to the autoharp, Karla also plays the bowed psaltery, the hammered dulcimer, the mountain dulcimer, the lever harp and the fiddle.  Family and music are important to her, but her greatest passion is the Lord Jesus Christ.  In addition to being an avid student of Scripture and an active member of Hope Baptist Church in Hanover, PA. She also is a ladies’ devotional speaker, bringing spiritual encouragement through message and music.  

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Per Person Pricing:
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Hall Bath $78
Dorm $83
Private Bath $88
Cottage $93
Apartment $98
Retreat w/o Accommodations $70
Saturday Only $60

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General Information

When Should I Arrive?
Registration begins at 3:30pm on Friday with dinner scheduled for 5:45pm.  

What Time Does the Retreat End?
The retreat concludes at 4:30pm on Saturday.

Can Children Attend?
We love children here at Tri-State, but we ask that you leave them with family or friends during this special retreat designed only for ladies 16 years of age and older.

What do I need to bring?
The dress for the weekend is casual.  You should also consider bringing a Bible, notebook, pen, pillowcase, twin sheets or a sleeping bag and towels.  You may also want to bring some extra money for the Bookstore or Coffee Shop.

Conduct
As a Christian organization, Tri-State maintains high standards of conduct and separation.  We ask that all apparel extend to the knee.  We also ask that no tobacco or alcohol products be used on our grounds.

Accommodations

Please call if you need specific information on availability. Accommodations are reserved on a first received registration basis.  All beds will be filled in each room.  Sorry, but we are unable to fulfill requests to be housed by yourself.

Hall Bath:
Comfortable, dormitory style housing located on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the main Inn building.  Rooms accommodate 2-4 people with bathrooms located in the middle of the hall.

Private Bath:
Hotel style lodging on 2nd and 3rd floors of the Inn as well as in Taggart Hall.  Rooms accommodate 2-4 people.  Bathrooms are located in your room.

Dorm Rooms:
Large room with multiple bunk beds and bathroom.  Rooms accommodate 11 people.

Cottage:
Comfortable rooms, with bathrooms located in your room.  These rooms are located at ground level for those with difficulty climbing stairs.  These rooms accommodate 2 people.

Apartment:
One bedroom apartments with separate living room, kitchen, bedroom and private bath.  Rooms accommodate 5-10 people.