February 14th is quickly approaching, and, whether you observe “Valentine’s Day” or not in your family – it’s a great reminder of the need to take time to invest in & nurture your marriage.

Following are a few of the favorite family traditions of the Lake Williamson staff as part of Midwest Christian Retreats.  We're praying blessings to you for a safe and wonderful holiday season!

Christmas dinner can take many forms and be served at different times depending on the traditions and availability of families to gather.  Following are some great ideas for your family gatherings ranging from simple casual to elegant.  It is our greatest desire that your family be drawn together in a circle of love everyday and especially at Christmas.  Enjoy!

Are you looking for ways to help create some new holiday memories? The kind of activities that your children and grandchildren will speak of for years to come? Take a look at these tips for creative approaches to bridge and organize the days. It is our wish at Midwest Christian Retreats that this will be the best, Christ-centered Christmas your family has ever known. May your stress be less and the days merry!

“Soup is the song of the hearth...  and the home.”
Louis P. De Gouy, The Soup Book (1949)¹

Conference Planning Meetings While Sharing Soup:
You may want to gather your team to cast vision for your next project, brainstorm on specifics, address invitations or coordinate packets over a steaming bowl of soup.  Crock pots are great time savers so you can have the ingredients simmering for hours as you coordinate other details for your meeting and event.