44th Annual Women’s Retreat
First Presbyterian Church (EPC) in Paulding OH is hosting its 44th Annual Women’s Retreat, “Neglect Not the Gift that is in Thee”, on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 9 am until 1:00 pm. Doors open at 8:30 am. The church is located at the corner of Caroline and Cherry Streets in Paulding, one block from the courthouse square.
This year, our featured guest, Jeanette (Wilhelm) Prisk, will speak about her faith journey and about finding and using our God-given gifts. While Jeanette grew up in the Paulding area and graduated from Wayne Trace High School, she and her husband Terry now live in Highland, Michigan. Jeanette is very involved in various ministries including ‘Reach the Forgotten’ jail ministry and ‘Hope against Trafficking’. In her words, Jeanette enjoys “writing and sharing original songs, teaching and leading worship wherever God might lead her”. We are so pleased that God has led her to the Paulding Women’s Retreat and know she has much to share with us!
The core verse for the day is I Timothy 4:14 “Neglect not gift that is in Thee.” The Message Bible says it in this contemporary way: “And that special gift of ministry you were given when the leaders of the church laid hands on you and prayed—keep that dusted off and in use”.
In addition to thought-provoking teaching, the retreat includes praise singing with pianist Susan Kayser and music leader Rhonda Smalley. Brunch will be served by the men of the Presbyterian Church, and there will be rich fellowship with other Christian women. The church is accessible to those with mobility challenges.
Nursery care is available for children from infants through age 4. Be sure to mention this need when you register so we are adequately staffed. You are asked to bring a sack lunch for your child.
Pre-registration is requested by Monday, October 19, 2026 to assist the brunch planners.
Registrations can be made three ways: 1) by mail to the church office (PO Box 366, Paulding OH 45879); 2) by calling 419-399-2438 (church office); or 3) by emailing your name and contact information to First Presbyterian Church (fpcpaulding@gmail.com). Questions may be directed, by call or text, to retreat coordinators Barb (419-769-0327), Becky C. (419-786-0021) or Becky R. (260-385-0505).
The suggested donation for this retreat is $20.00. Checks made out to First Presbyterian Church, with ‘women’s retreat’ in the memo line, can be sent with mail-in registrations. Fees may also be paid at the door the morning of the retreat if registration was made by phone or email.
