ANNOUNCEMENT: Weekend Women’s Retreat Brings Nauvoo to Rexburg, Idaho

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The second annual Nauvoo West Women’s Retreat, inspired by the women’s retreat held each March in Nauvoo, Ill., will be held at the new Springhill Suites Marriott in Rexburg, Idaho, on March 25-26, 2010.

Proceeds to Help Disabled Stroke Survivors
The retreat is sponsored by The Monte Foundation, a non-profit organization whose mission is to improve the quality of life for disabled stroke survivors. Proceeds from the retreat will go to the foundation. Beverly Kingsford, chair of the foundation, is also the retreat organizer. “My goal in this is to give women a delightful, two-day experience that will leave them feeling peaceful and empowered in their individual circumstances, while also furthering the mission of the Monte Foundation.” Kingsford created the foundation after her father suffered a massive hemorrhagic stroke in 2006 leaving his left side paralyzed. Learn more at www.montefoundation.org.

Presenters
Thirteen speakers in six sessions will offer presentations surrounding the retreat theme, “Women of H.O.P.E.”-H.O.P.E. meaning Honoring Our Present Experience. The keynote speaker, Glenn Rawson, will address “Hope in the Future.” Since 1995, Glenn has been telling inspirational stories on various radio stations.

Author Jolene Allphin and renowned artist Julie Rogers will share the message of “Hope in Our Heritage.” The musical trio, Heartbound and other speakers will cover topics from strengths and raising children to the divine role of women.

Evening Chocolate, Comedy, and Concert
Evening events include a chocolate bar pajama party on Thursday complete with the comedy of Underground Improv Comedy Troupe,’ and the Legacy Concert on Friday. “We have an incredible line-up of both professional and local talent for the concert,” said Kingsford. “It will be a fitting finale to two fun and inspiring days.”

For more information and to register, visit www.eswellnesscenter.com. Groups larger than ten should call to register at (208) 656-0002, seminars@eswellnesscenter.com. Early registration ends February 10 at $49 for the full event. One day only is $35. After February 10, prices will be $59 for the full event and $45 for Friday. Proceeds will go to The Monte Foundation www.montefoundation.org.

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