2024 Heartland Marriage Retreat

About the Retreat

Therefore everyone who hears these words of mine and puts them into practice is like a wise man who built his house on the rock. - Matthew 7:24

"They don't make them like they used to anymore."

We live in an increasingly disposable culture. The importance of quality has been replaced by speed and convenience. If something doesn't suit our needs, we throw it out, replacing it with something new. This mindset has also bled into how our society views marriages. A first marriage is referred to by many as a "starter marriage". Couples value independence over unity, choosing to live more as roommates than husband and wife.

God's plan for marriage goes against this mindset. While not always easy, His plan is a better one. Join us this weekend to learn why the effort is worth it, and how you can build a marriage that is "Made to Last".

Whether you are newlyweds or have been married for decades, we invite you to join us for this relaxing weekend.

Your registration fee includes:

• All sessions on Saturday and worship on Sunday

• Lunch on Saturday afternoon

Meet Our Speakers - Ron and Cheryl Hammer

Ron and Cheryl Hammer, married for 34 years, bring a wealth of experience and joy to the Heartland family of churches. Both have dedicated 34 years to ministry, with Cheryl baptized in 1983 and Ron in 1988. They are proud parents to two sons, Michael (married to Lindsay with three children: Hunter, Paige, and Abigail) and Luke (married to Lindsey). Ron, originally from southern Iowa, is thrilled to return to the Midwest lifestyle and enjoys golf, tennis, the outdoors, and meat. Cheryl, a Nova Scotia native who was on Team USA for the World Duathlon Championships in 2019, loves photography, hiking, biking, and reading. The Hammers cherish time with family and friends. Fun facts: Ron has an identical twin, Mike, and completed his graduate work in Chemistry under a Nobel Prize winner; Cheryl grew up on a dairy farm.

Registration Schedule

• Early Registration (through September 15th): $90/couple

• Regular Registration (September 16th through October 6th): $100/couple

• Late Registration (October 7th through October 20th): $115/couple

• At-The-Door Registration (November 1st and 2nd): $130/couple

About the Venue

Thousand Hills Resort Hotel

120 Wildwood Dr S

Branson, MO 65616

Click the map below for directions.

Accommodations

Lodging is not included in the retreat fee. For your convenience, we have reserved a block of rooms at the Thousand Hills Resort Hotel, at the group rate of $135/night. Reservations may be made by calling 417-335-5767, and select option 4, or ask to speak to Group Sales. Please note that reservations may only be booked Monday through Friday, 9 AM - 5 PM, and all reservations must be booked by October 1st. You may also call this number with any questions regarding the retreat venue.

Schedule At-A-Glance

Friday, November 1st

4 PM - 9 PM - Registration/Check-In, fellowship, and fun

Saturday, November 2nd

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM - Registration/Check-In

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Opening (worship, games, etc.) 

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Session One 

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Lunch 

1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Session Two 

2:45 PM -4:00 PM Session Three 

Sunday, November 3rd

10 AM - Worship Service

11:00 AM - Checkout

Refund Policy: No Refunds, Transfers Permitted

We understand that sometimes things come up. All registrations are non-refundable, but in the event you are unable to attend you may transfer your registration to another couple that you designate. Transfers will work as follows:

--Provide us the name(s) and an email address for the couple to receive your registration. Email admin@gatewaycitychurch.com with this information.

--We will send that couple a special link so they can complete their transfer registration.

--A $15 transfer fee will also be collected from the couple receiving the transferred registration. This will be part of the transfer registration form.

--Transfers may be completed ahead of time online, or at the door...the $15 transfer fee (per couple) will apply in either case.