Time Out for Women 2009
St. George, UT
Friday, November 6, 2009
6:30 - 9:30 PM
Saturday, November 7, 2009
9:00 AM - 3:45 PM
Exhibit Hall
1835 Convention Center Drive
St. George, UT 84790 US
Thank you for sharing this SWEET experience with us!
Your experiences:
I had some reservations about going to this event and thought it wasn't worth the effort. My husband was going to take care of the kids but then made other plans. I thought oh well maybe another time. But friends stepped up to make it possible for me to go and I know it was meant to be. I was so excited to be there. The atmosphere of all the women gathered and the speakers made it fantastic. All the speakers are women who have the same goal in life as me and it made me want to go home and be better.
—Suzette
I had such an incredible time! This was the first women's conference I have ever attended. It was fun being able to share this experience with my best friends. It was the Time Out I have needed for a long time. I enjoyed every presenter who had something just for me to hear and learn. They also shared their laughter and love and the music from Hilary Weeks (and her humor) was the icing on the cake!! I look forward to attending next year's event--- but this time as a big girlfriend weekend in Logan!!!
—Jill
I came to Time Out with an empty cup, and I left with it filled to overflowing. I laughed at stories and anecdotes I could relate to. I cried when I felt the Spirit whispering to me those truths that Heavenly Father wanted me to remember. The music was fantastic - I loved hearing the stories and reasons behind the artists' songs. In fact, during the music is when I felt those "sweet assurances" of the Spirit strengthening my testimony the most. I came with my mom and several women from my ward, but it was an experience that strengthened me personally, independent of who I came with (although I'm glad I had a few friends to sit with in such a large gathering!). I am so glad I came. I honestly feel bad for those women I know who were unable or didn't want to come. They really missed out.
—Accalia
This was a first for myself and my daughters. It was empowering to know that there are so many other women who feel like we do and want to do the best we can in raising righteous children and grandchildren. Thanks so much TOFW!
—Lisa
Friday
Top-selling female LDS artist; singer; songwriter; multiple Pearl Award winner; albums include He Hears Me, Day of Praise, and most recent, If I Only Had Today
She's an important part of TOFW because she really is just one of us. Hilary is a wife and a mother first and foremost; being a brilliant performer is secondary. She's funny and witty but has depth and substance as she shares her testimony of Jesus Christ through her songs.
Former counselor in the general Relief Society presidency; author, Lighten Up and Being Enough
Chieko has a treasure box, and in her eighty-plus years she also has unique treasures of knowledge and experience. She shares her box and her wisdom in this inspiring message reminding us of the treasures life holds for all who embrace it fully.
Ph.D.; former professor, BYU; visiting professor, North Texas State and South Dakota State Universities; board of directors, Deseret Book Company; author, Simplify
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.
Senior editor, Deseret Book Company; mother of five; author, Confessions of an Unbalanced Woman and I Hate It When Exercise Is the Answer
Do you ever have moments when you think that the entrance to motherhood ought to have a sign proclaiming, “Abandon hope, all ye who enter here”? With her trademark combination of stories and insights, Emily Watts shows just how much there is for moms to hope for (sign not included).
Former director of training, Missionary Training Center; former faculty, College of Nursing, BYU; author of Peculiar In a Good Way and MEE Speaks: But Does She Have Anything to Say?
We know some of you know that song—you know, the one about the ant? Really? You don’t? Well, then, you are in for a treat. MEE has been learning about resilience: how to get it, how to keep it, and what to do with it. And she’s sharing life lessons from her own personal journey.
Writer; author, 21 Days Closer to Christ, The Promise of Enough, and Keepers of What Matters Most
It sounds like a great bumper sticker, doesn’t it? Did you know it’s actually a scripture in the New Testament? Based on this invitation from Peter (nearly 2,000 years ago), Emily Freeman shares a simple, but tried and true, recipe for living a more hopeful life.
Ph.D.; licensed marriage and family therapist; author, What’s the Big Deal about Pornography?: A Guide for the Internet Generation
Because women are impacted by pornography in unique and profound ways, we play an indispensable role in the fight against it. Although the statistics are daunting, we know that pornography cannot win, in light of Who and what is on our side.
* 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.