With Fall just around the corner we wanted to let you know about an upcoming women's event in your area:

1. Adore: Women’s Prayer Retreat — October 18 from 9:00 am - 12:00 pm — Our “Adore” Women’s Prayer Retreat is designed to help women learn more about what it means to adore God through prayer. One of the most important elements of prayer is simply adoring God for who He is – His character, His attributes, and His mighty works. During this retreat we will explore biblical foundations and practical applications of prayers of adoration.

1. Date: Saturday, October 18, 2025, 9:00 am – 12:30 pm

2. Location: First Baptist Church of Daytona Beach, 10 First Baptist Parkway, Daytona Beach, FL  32124

3. Cost: $10 per person (includes snacks and lunch)

4. Speaker: Archalena Coats — Archalena is wife to Patrick (31 years), Mom to adult children Patrick, II (PJ), Joy, Faith, and bonus Daughter-in-Love Jordan. She has been an Administrator and Educator for 30+ years and enjoys reading, traveling, spending time with her family, and helping women and teen girls reach their full potential in Christ. She serves on the WMM/ME team as the state Student Team Leader. She and her family live in Saint Johns.

5. Register:  https://flbaptist.org/event/adore-womens-prayer-retreat-2025-4/

6. Registration Deadline: Thursday October 16, 2025

Hosted by Gracepointe CHurch

This course is held inside the church and focuses on behavior-based responses for Armed Protectors, including decision making in and around crowds during an active threat. Training guns and holsters will be provided and utilized during the training (no live weapons).  This is "dry practice" non-live fire class, and all skill levels are welcome.  We will discuss realistic responses along with explaining the difference between range safety and real-life safety. 

This course includes drills for a variety of firearm carry positions and movements to keep your sanctuary safe. You will learn how to apply these principles in different environments and in the right contexts. This training is conducted with up to 35 participants and will conclude with a scenario involving the host church team and other class participants.

Register Early