Women of Excellence Conference
"Digging Deep in God's Word"
September 12-14
Keynote
Keynote Speaker
Sharlene MacLaren
Sharlene MacLaren, from West Michigan, graduated from Spring Arbor University in 1971. She taught second grade, traveled internationally with a singing group, then returned to teaching and married her childhood sweetheart. Retiring in 2003 after 31 years, she now enjoys reading, singing, traveling, and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.
A Christian for nearly 60 years, Shar loved writing since high school. In the early 2000s, she published her first faith-based novel, “Through Every Storm.” With over 20 novels, she has received multiple awards, including the “American Christian Fiction Writers” nomination. Shar speaks at community events and is active in women’s ministries. She lives in Spring Lake, Michigan, with her husband Cecil and their collie, Cody.
Worship led by
Tammie Kosters
Tammie Kosters is returning this year as part of the worship team for the conference. No stranger to Bay Shore, she had been involved in playing, singing, teaching, and conducting for many years. “What a privilege it has been to spread the Love of God through music….a privilege and a calling. I can’t wait to join you in worshipping our Lord together!”
Kendra Brady
Kendra Brady is a dedicated wife to Terry and mother of two, with a son, Dylan, currently in college, and a daughter, Lexi, who is a senior in high school. She runs her own successful home daycare, where she nurtures and cares for children in her community of Muskegon, Michigan. A committed member of Shores Community Church, Kendra serves as a deacon of worship and is an active member of the worship team, offering her time and talents to the Lord. She was blessed to help lead in worship at the conference in 2024 and is excited to be back with all of the ladies again!
Bible Study Breakouts
Diane Foster: Finding Peace in Noisy Places
Life can feel overwhelming with constant demands, making it hard to find tranquility. Amid the chaos and exhaustion, sharing the message of Jesus becomes challenging. However, God desires a better way for His people. In Philippians, Paul refers to God as the “God of Peace,” promising His peace. This 2-part study offers practical insights from Scripture on building a biblical foundation to help find peace in our daily lives, even in noisy environments.
Laura Nowlen: The Gift of Gracious Listening
How often have you wished you had someone who would let you pour out your heart without interrupting or offering advice? Gracious listening is a skill you can learn to enhance your relationships and ministry. In the first session, we will see what the Bible says about listening and how to become a great listener. In session two, we will practice the gift of gracious listening.
Jennifer Opfermann: “Revelation Blessings”
“Blessed is the one who reads the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear it and take to heart what is written in it, because the time is near.” -Revelation 1:3
In this Breakout Session, we will “unveil” and “take to heart” together the details of John’s vision of Jesus in Revelation 1, and compare and contrast the messages to the Seven Churches in Revelation 2-3. We’ll study, and be encouraged, and inspired by the Blessings promised to those who overcome! “He who has an ear, let him hear what the Spirit says to the churches.”
–Revelation 3:22. Do you have an ear to hear? For all of us, the “time is near”!
Details
Location
- 450 N. Miller Street, Sebewaing, MI 48759
Organizer/Dean
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Bay Shore Camp & Family Ministries
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Phone
(989) 883-2501 -
Email
program@bayshorecamp.org
