Time Out for Women 2009
Columbia, SC
Friday, May 8, 2009
6:30 - 9:30 PM
Saturday, May 9, 2009
9:00 AM - 3:45 PM
Exhibit Hall
1101 Lincoln Street
Columbia, SC 29201 US
Thank you for sharing this SWEET experience with us!
Your experiences:
It was so outstanding I can't wait to attend again in the future. I hope Columbia SC will continue to be a place that TOFW will frequent. I would also love to see TOFW in Charlotte NC! We would love to have you in Charlotte in the future!! Please come!!
—Angela
I just have to say THANK YOU! Thank you to the presenters and thank you to the production team. I know there were lots of kinks along the way, but the event turned out GREAT!!! Thank you for coming to Columbia, SC. Cups were filled, spirits were lifted, burdens and stress was lightened, and I have a stronger desire to follow Christ and do a little better each day. Thank you again! -Kim Garner, Asheville, NC
—Kimberly
My group of 9 was very pleased at the new presenters. My step mom was able to be there with us, she has been to the last three one in Atlanta and the other two here in Columbia, SC. She is a non-member but loves the inspirational messages that are given. She thoroughly enjoyed Brother Tops. For myself it was good to be with two of my four daughters and my step mom plus such very dear friends. What a wonderful program you have put together for us as women. There was something there for each of us to gain a greater insight to the love that the Savior has for each of His children. Thanks for all of your efforts and hard work. Charleen Bright, Aiken, SC. (50 mile from Columbia, SC)
—Charleen
Friday
Professional photographer; attended, Brooks Institute of Photography; creator of Reflections of Christ
What started as a simple offer to create a photo experience for the Mesa Temple Easter pageant turned into a personal journey of faith and testimony. Mark Mabry is a photographer with a story. As he embarked on a quest to capture, for the first time, the story of the life of Jesus Christ through photographs, he learned some powerful lessons. The images his camera captured were not just about the life of the Savior but rather about how our lives can be reflections of His.
Songwriter, entertainer, creator of more than 25 albums and soundtracks, including The Forgotten Carols and 25, a collection of his most beloved songs over the past 25 years
Some famous entertainers are known by one name or one song. Michael McLean isn't just "some famous entertainer." He's known for dozens of songs. Michael is a master songwriter whom we've accused of reading women's journals ... his songs say, sometimes almost perfectly, what all of us have felt. Chances are he's written one for you.
Saturday
Singer; songwriter; producer; composer; multiple Pearl Award winner; albums include Women at the Well, Face to Face, and All About You
There's just something about his voice. We love it! And we also love and appreciate his rock-solid testimony of and passion for the gospel of Jesus Christ. He's a complete family guy but loves being with TOFW and we love having his spirit and heart with us.
Former director of training, Missionary Training Center; former faculty, College of Nursing, Brigham Young University; author, Love Is a Verb, Peculiar In a Good Way, and MEE Speaks: But Does She Have Anything to Say?
Mary Ellen is sharing her new "Life Assurance Policy" and it's included as part of your weekend registration! There is nothing to buy, no premiums to pay...and wait until you see the benefits. The policy doesn't end at death and you'll be happy to know there is no physical exam required. Not ever! You just need to participate in some regular "self-checks" of the heart and soul. And with Mary Ellen's refreshing approach to life, you'll welcome the opportunity to sign up.
B.A., Broadcast Journalism, BYU; award-winning journalist; mother of seven; author, The Time-Starved Family
Does anyone think that when you die you will be asked if your kids mastered ballet, played Little League sports, or memorized every hymn on the piano? No? Then why are we sometimes living as if we will? It's time to break out of the hectic, overscheduled, underconnected way of life that has become the norm for too many of us. DeAnne's invitation to get back to the basics just might be the breath of fresh air your family needs. (And you will likely find it takes less time.)
Writer and songwriter; author, 21 Days Closer to Christ and Woman at the Well
When you think of an "abundant life," do you think of it as something you arrive at or something you create for yourself? Too many of us get caught up in saying "someday my life will be..." when really we can have that life NOW. Through her own personal journey proactively seeking a more abundant life, Emily shares three principles that will help you find your own. Don't wait for "someday"; discover that life today.
Ph.D., professor and former associate dean of Religious Education, BYU; president, Illinois Peoria Mission from 2004-2007; author, When You Can’t Do It Alone
When Brent Top was asked to serve as a mission president, he thought he knew what it meant to rely on the Lord. But it wasn't until a personal crisis of confidence that he learned important lessons about what it really means to "focus on Christ" and allow Him to lift and strengthen us. Brent shares key spiritual skills that, when put into practice daily, will sustain you during good times and keep you from sinking during the bad.
* These listed presenters are committed to attending this event; however, Time Out for Women cannot guarantee that illness or other emergencies will not interfere with this schedule. No refunds or exchanges. We appreciate your understanding.