The SBC Women Ministries Retreat held in San Salvador, Bahamas, from 6th - 9th October 2023, was a resounding success through the grace and mercies of God. The Retreat brought together approximately 101 women from throughout the South Bahamas Conference. Under the theme, "Relax, Release, Restore, Together", this Retreat encapsulated the spirit of the event as participants came together for a weekend filled with spiritual rejuvenation, fellowship, and personal growth.

Apart from the ladies from the host island of San Salvador, women from other family islands of the Bahamas, including New Providence, Long Island, Eleuthera, North Andros, South Andros, and Grand Bahama, came together to make this Retreat a genuinely diverse and enriching experience. The unity among these women was evident throughout the weekend and fostered a sense of togetherness and sisterhood.

A highlight of the Retreat was the speaker, Sister Arleen Sands, Women's Ministries Director for the Atlantic Caribbean Union. Sands delivered powerful messages that resonated deeply with the attendees throughout the weekend. These messages inspired participants to embrace relaxation, release their burdens, and seek restoration.

The Retreat also featured a variety of exciting programs, including an Ole Time Gospel Concert for the Friday evening vesper service. General Conference Women's Ministries Director, Heather-Dawn Small, led out in a Virtual Bible Art Journaling Workshop for the Sabbath afternoon service. Participants were also engaged in an inspiring early-morning prayer activity, which culminated with a powerful charge by Sheena Johnson.

These activities allowed participants to take an introspective look at their spiritual lives and helped them to gain many valuable insights into their spiritual growth and self-care.

The 2023 SBC Women Ministries Retreat in San Salvador, Bahamas, was an enriching, rewarding, and spiritually fulfilling event. This Retreat served as a testament to the strength and resilience of the SBC women of faith who are united in prayer, purpose, and passion.