Reclaim Your Health and Renew Your Spirit
3-Day Christian Retreat to Renew Your Energy and Faith
October 2nd - 4th 2025, Lake of the Ozarks, MO
Reclaim Your Health —
Physically and Spiritually
Imagine waking up each morning feeling energized, enjoying meals that nourish your body, and leaving with practical tools to maintain your health — all while growing closer to God.
This is exactly what awaits you at our 2025 Biblical Wellness Retreat.
If you’re tired of confusing health advice and want proven, Biblical solutions, this retreat is for you. You’ll leave with:
- Renewed Energy — wake up refreshed and ready for each day.
- Clear Health Guidance — simple, actionable practices rooted in Scripture.
- Spiritual Renewal — rest, reflect, and connect with the Lord in a sacred space.
- Joyful Fellowship — connect with like-minded believers on the same journey.
This is not just a retreat — it’s a living transformation.
RECLAIM RETREAT SCHEDULE
OCTOBER 2
3:00 PM to 8:30 PM
OCTOBER 3
8:30 AM to 8:30 PM
OCTOBER 4
8:30 AM to 1:00 PM
what is the weekend like?
Each day consists of:
Guided Sessions
Learn practical Biblical wellness principles from Annette Reeder, Dr. Bastidas, Tina Griffin, etc.
Wholesome Meals
Enjoy nourishing, delicious food designed to energize your body and delight your senses.
Fellowship
Connect with like-minded believers through music, prayer, and meaningful conversation.
Rest & Reflection
Spend time to meditate on God's word, morning walks, and a spiritual renewal in God’s presence.
where it's happening
Encounter Cove Camp and Conference Center at Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri — a peaceful lakefront setting designed for rest, reflection, and renewal. Surrounded by natural beauty, this offers the perfect environment to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect with God away from life’s distractions
3:30 - 4:30 Meet & Greet - Get to know the speakers (if not attending the Reclaim Your Food event)
5:30 Dinner
6:30 - 9 pm RECLAIM YOUR HEALTH
Speakers: Annette Reeder, Dr Milton Bastidas, Rhonda Carroll
Learning Center Open
8 am Breakfast
Learning Center: 8:30 - 9
8:50 Fun Moves
9 - 10 RECLAIM YOUR HEALTH General Session
Biblical Authority Over Health, 3 Principles
Breakouts:
10:15 - 11 am -Choose One
Knead Healing? Perhaps it's the Bread
The Gut Healing Blueprint
Enzymes - the Key to Preventing Cancer
11:10 - 11:55 am - Choose One
Hormones - the Language of Health
Autoimmunity - Release the Symptoms
LUNCH Break: Eat, Learning Center, 1 on 1's
2 - 5 PM RECLAIM YOUR FAMILY
What's Happening In Your Blood
How to Pray for Your Family
When Emotions Set the Table
Do I Really Want to Forgive
5:30 Shabbat and Dinner
Breakouts
6:30 - 7:15
Say yes to Becoming An Ambassador
Fizz & Ferment Your Health
Awaken Your Life with Your Best Rest
7:30 - 8:15
Your Brain Blueprint: Unlocking the 7 Types for Success
Holy Basil & Beyond: Herbs for Healing
When Your Spouse is Addicted
8 AM Breakfast; Learning Center
8:45 Pop Up Moves
9 AM Reclaim Your Future
The War for Your Kids
Whatsoever a Man Thinks
Set Your Plan in Action
Celebrate Today and ALL Tomorrows
12 Lunch
FIRST SESSION - Choose 1
Superfoods Made Simple: Sprout It, Dry It, Sip It!
Bread 101
Beans & Blessings: Healing Foods from God’s Garden
SECOND SESSION - Choose 1
Loaves of Legacy: Cooking with Ancient Grains
From Moo to You: Unlocking the Goodness of Raw Milk
Ferment & Simmer: Gut-Healing Traditions from God’s Table
THIRD SESSION - Choose 1
The Nourished Life: Homesteading with Purpose and Provision
Fizz & Ferment: Culturing Health with Kombucha & Water Kefir
Sip & Blend: Juicing and Smoothies Made Simple (and Delicious!)
FOURTH SESSION
Holy Cacao! The Sweet Truth About Chocolate
Holy Basil & Beyond: Herbs for Flavor and Healing
Rise & Shine: The Art of Sourdough
MEET OUR SPEAKERS
Annette Reeder
The Biblical Nutritionist
Dr. Milton Bastidas
Chiropractor
Tina Griffin
Counter Culture Mom
Rhonda Carroll
Inner Circle Coach
Carol Graham
Prayer Coach
Linda Goldfarb
Certified Life Coach
Dr. Jae Hitson
Holistic Physician
tastimonials
What past attendees are saying about the Biblical Wellness Retreat:
this transformative retreat offers an incredible opportunity to:
check out our 2024 biblical wellness retreat highlights!
retreat highlights video
2024 retreat photo gallery
biblical wellness retreat 2025 details
Food ~ Fun ~ Fellowship ~Freedom
Last year's retreat was totally exceptional - so this year we are improving the recipe and making it even better.
Join us for a unique retreat focused on complete wellness and rooted in biblical teachings. Enjoy peaceful moments of reflection, uplifting activities, and meaningful connections with others, all in the tranquil surroundings of the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks.
retreat dates
October 2 - 4, 2025: a perfect fall experience!
Early Bird Tickets Available Now
Limited time offer for a discounted rate of $200. Can't be beat! Price increases to $250 September 16!
location
Encounter Cove, Near Lake of the Ozarks, Missouri - You'll love it!
Meal Ticket available
Enjoy complete organic, delicious and superbly nutritious meals! Total YUM!
LODGING INFORMATION
Join us at the Biblical Wellness Retreat at Encounter Cove, located at 1650 Koehler Drive, Roach, Missouri, by the beautiful Lake of the Ozarks! Choose from a variety of accommodations, including Lakeview Lodge, Cabins, Hotel rooms, and RV camping. Find all the details below to plan your stay and travel arrangements. We look forward to welcoming you!
At this unique retreat, the recipe for living is a 'take home' special:
We promise you will leave with a plan that works! Learn the foods that bring healing quicker and learn how to enjoy them starting today in your family.
So many challenges - learn key steps from Annette Reeder and Dr. Bastisdas on how to reclaim your health and keep it! You will leave with a recipe to start immediately.
Well this is a surprise, we have Counter Culture Mom, Tina Griffin coming to share how we can reclaim our families! A total blessing.
Then we will have sessions on the healing power of forgiveness and stress. The answers will set you free!
Learn how you have been given weapons of mass destruction to stay strong and victorious physically and especially spiritually.
conference highlights
These Blessings Await!
If you want more - come early
preconference: reclaim your food
THURSDAY, 9 AM TO 4 PM
This time, don't leave wishing you could have learned more. Come early for our RECLAIM YOUR FOOD - Preconference!
Learn the skills (and secrets) to transform your kitchen to a blessing as you serve these foods to your family for years of health!
By the end of the day, you’ll have new skills, recipes, and a deeper understanding of how God’s foods can elevate your health and meals.
Spaces are limited for the Introductory Session, and we wouldn’t want you to miss out on the opportunity to transform your approach to food and health
three tracks to choose from (or mix and match!)
track 1: Sacred grains
Are you kneading bread? Learn the tips and secrets to cooking with ancient grains. From milling, to baking, to buttering, this track includes hands-on bread making, grain varieties and sourdough.
track 2: cultured life
From bone broth, raw milk, fermented foods, and more, this class will show the simplicity of seeing your health change with just one bite—nourishing your body the way it was designed to thrive.
track 3: pure provisions
Let's maximize impact for meal times with this collection of classes includes bountiful beans (legumes) - life's secret food, craving chocolate, dehydrating and amazing herbs.
Ready to Start Your Healing Journey? Sign Up Now and secure your spot in this life-changing experience.
got questions? we've got answers!
We understand not everyone can attend in person, so online recordings of the Biblical Wellness Retreat will be available for purchase at a later date. Stay tuned for more information on how you can access the content once it’s released!
Meals are sold separately for $120, which covers dinner on Thursday, three meals on Friday, plus breakfast and lunch on Saturday. If you choose this add-on, you’ll enjoy carefully prepared, nutritious meals that complement our biblical wellness teachings.
Lodging is not included with your retreat ticket. However, there are several convenient options on campus. We recommend booking a family cabin or motel room for easy walking access to all sessions. Or, grab a room at the Lakeview Lodge if you’d like to be just a few feet away from the action!
Only one person needs to book a room for others to share. Get your group together and book one room to share. Many rooms sleep up to 6-8 people.
All tickets: retreat and meals, are non-refundable; however, they are transferable. If you can’t make the retreat, you may contact us to transfer your ticket to another person.
There are no requirements except for a love of food and God. And not in that order. Then a love to serve Him as best as possible is a good entree!
There is no level of schooling or biblical knowledge required.
For those who are staying on campus, there is no parking fee. For those traveling onto campus daily, there is a $10 fee to be paid at the Encounter Administration building.
That’s okay! We’d still love to have you. Simply arrive when you can, and enjoy the retreat sessions for the time you’re able to attend.
Spots Are Limited – Secure Yours Today!
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