Peace in Chaos - The Well Spring Retreat 2025

April 11 + 12 | Lakeview Camp & Retreat | Waxahachie, TX

Do you long for a chance to rest? To get away from the noise of your everyday life? Do you crave deep conversations but feel distracted? Do you want to dive deep into God’s Word but not sure where to start? Please join us for The Well Spring Retreat to experience God’s creation and enjoy good food, fellowship, recreation, connection with other women, and down time for relaxing and reading God’s Word – all in less than 24 hours. You won’t want to miss this exciting retreat that will refresh and re-energize your soul. Several options are available regarding rooming, day passes, and ticket prices, but space is limited so don’t wait! Registration opens February 17 and closes April 3 (or when tickets sell out).

Purchase Tickets
Retreat Schedule
What to Expect/FAQs

Purchase Tickets

This year, we are excited to offer four levels of tickets. Reminder that space is limited, and registration opens February 17 and closes April 3 (or when tickets sell out).

L E V E L  1

Single Occupancy
$99 / Person
1 person in 1 room
with 2 Queen beds, plus:

  • Friday night snacks
  • Saturday breakfast
  • Saturday lunch
  • Saturday snacks

L E V E L  2

Double Occupancy
$85 / Person
2 people in 1 room
with 2 Queen beds plus:

  • Friday night snacks
  • Saturday breakfast
  • Saturday lunch
  • Saturday snacks

L E V E L  3

Triple/Quad Occupancy
$75 / Person
3 or 4 people in 1 room
with 2 Queen beds, plus:

  • Friday night snacks
  • Saturday breakfast
  • Saturday lunch
  • Saturday snacks

L E V E L  4

Day Pass
$45 / Person
Day pass for Saturday Only
(no room):

  • Saturday lunch
  • Saturday snacks
Purchase My Ticket!

Retreat Schedule

Please note, the schedule is subject to change per Lakeview’s availability.

6:00 – 7:00 pm
Retreat Attendees Arrive: Check-in at Registration Table, Receive Room Key, Check into Room, Go to Pecan Conference Room
View the map of Lakeview Camp and Retreat Center here.
(Please eat dinner before you arrive. Outside food and drinks are not permitted, per Lakeview’s policy.)

7:00 pm
Retreat Begins
(Pecan Conference Room)

7:00 – 7:15 pm
Mix & Mingle

7:15 – 7:30 pm
Welcome & Announcements

7:30 – 7:50 pm
Worship

7:50 – 8:20 pm 
Friday Night Session

8:20 – 8:40 pm
Journal & Pray

8:40 – 9:00 pm
Mix & Mingle

9:00 – 10:00 pm
Activity: Campfire S’mores or Blacklight Dodgeball
(Choose ONLY 1 of the 2 options)

6:30 – 7:30 am
Optional Sunrise Stretch & Pray by the Lake
(Led by Elizabeth Oates)

8:00 – 9:00 am
Breakfast

9:00 – 11:00 am
Rec: Zipline, Rock Climbing Wall, or Tractor Trailer Ride
(Choose UP to 2 Options)

Other outdoor rec options that will be available that you do not have to register for include:
Basketball, 9-Disc Golf, 9-Square in the Air, Ga Ga Pit, 4-Way Volleyball, Pickleball, Sand Volleyball, Indoor Fitness Center

If you are interested in “resting” during rec time, here are some other options:
Pray, Journal, Walk the Trails, Walk by the Lake

11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Freshen Up & Pack Up

12:00 pm
Check-out of Room

12:00 – 1:00 pm
Lunch

1:00 – 1:30 pm
Worship & Prayer
(Pecan Conference Room)

1:30 – 2:00 pm
Panel Discussion

2:00 – 2:45 pm
Breakout Discussions

2:45 – 3:00 pm
Prayer & Final Announcements

3:00 pm
Retreat Ends

What to Expect + FAQs

This year we will enjoy speakers from First Woodway, but mainly we want to focus on resting, having fun, and connecting with one another.

Please click here for a detailed itinerary.

Unfortunately, no. Outside food is not allowed per Lakeview Camp and Resort’s policy. Please eat dinner before you come. We will provide snacks Friday night and Saturday, and Lakeview will provide breakfast and lunch on Saturday. If you are purchasing a day pass on Saturday, you will receive lunch and snacks on Saturday.

Yes, please indicate your need for gluten free options on the registration form.

We are offering a limited number of day passes for women who can only attend Saturday, and these day passes will be available at a lower price. For pricing and ticket information click here.

We are taking t-shirt pre-orders when you register for the conference, so we will not be selling any merch at the retreat. If you want to guarantee you receive The Well Spring Retreat t-shirt, please pre-order one when you register.

You will pick up your retreat t-shirt when you check in at the registration table upon arriving at the retreat.

Yes, there are a limited number of partial and full scholarships available. For more information, please contact Elizabeth Oates.

YES! We would love for you to invite your neighbor, sister, mother, or best friend. Just make sure she registers by April 3.

No. Any woman is welcome to attend this retreat, as long as you register by April 3.

Childcare is not provided at this retreat. Our hope is that this retreat will provide time for you to rest, relax, and provide time to connect with other women from First Woodway.

We recommend you dress comfortably and plan for the weather as well as the variety of activities planned for the weekend.

All pillows, bed linens, and towels are included, but you do need to bring your own toiletries. Also, don’t forget your Bible, journal, pen, and a water bottle. If you want to participate in Sunrise Stretch and Pray, please bring your own yoga mat. Also, flexibility and a willingness to get out of your comfort zone and meet new people always helps! :)

We will start our day by bringing our yoga mats down to the lake where we will stretch, pray, and enjoy God’s creation. Please note: You must bring your own yoga mat. All fitness levels welcome. Class led by Elizabeth Oates.

Lakeview Camp & Retreat Center has a prayer chapel that is open 24/7.

Lakeview Camp and Retreat Center is located at 5128 FM 66, Waxahachie, TX 75167, which is 77 miles, or a 1 hour and 15-minute drive.

When you are arrive at Lakeview Camp and Retreat Center, please park near Adams-Mangrum Lodge.  For more information, click here for a map of Lakeview Camp and Retreat Center.

When you arrive at Lakeview Camp and Retreat Center please park at Adams-Mangrum Lodge. Our greeters will be outside waiting to greet you and show you where to find the registration table. The registration table will be located inside Adams-Mangrum Lodge in the main meeting space. When you arrive at the registration table, you will receive your room assignment and room key. All lodging rooms are located in Adams-Mangrum Lodge. After receiving your room key, you will move your things into your room and your weekend retreat will begin! Click here for a map of Lakeview Camp and Retreat Center.

We don’t want the distance to prevent anyone from attending The Well Spring Retreat, therefore we are offering a shuttle service for those who are unable to drive themselves. If this is you, please contact Lauren Stephens to be put on the list. Space is limited, so don’t wait!  

If you still have questions that have not been answered, feel free to email Elizabeth Oates, Minister of Discipleship: Women & Marriage.