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SINGLE & SURE RETREAT

A Getaway Not to Be Forgotten
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by Janet Beamish

The goal of the Single and Sure ministry at Destiny and Dominion Word Ministries (DDWM) is to
help single men and women travel victoriously along the road of single hood — as well as possible
navigation towards marriage—all with a biblical focus.

The blessings, challenges and questions

around singlehood and marriage preparation are explored with openness and concern as
participants learn, share and together embrace wise counsel about matters of manhood,
womanhood, the single life and marriage.
Pastor Lynette arranged a special time away for her attendees to relax, connect, and enjoy a
deeper time of fellowship and teaching on a scenic rural property east of the city. Leaving Toronto
on April 3rd to return on the 5th, 27 excited registrants queued up in vehicles at DDWM and
travelled through the evening twilight along the 401, arriving together at Mill Valley Estate. This
exclusive residential estate in the Baltimore
backwoods north of Cobourg was still
shrouded in clean, white snow, resulting in a
glorious scenic view, much to the delight of
our more citified participants.
At Mill Valley, we were quickly repositioned
from the confines of the cars to our assigned
rooms and roommates.

Cosy fireplace

comfort, appealing rustic surroundings, and
ready to serve hot’n tasty soup, crackers, and
fruit were awaiting our late-night arrival.
Pastor Lynette, who spearheaded this venture,
was already sitting in relaxed regality in the
main sitting room listening and watching her
weekend retreaters enjoy the atmosphere and
deliciously prepared food.
Gathering in, we welcomed together the
Lord’s presence with joyful singing, praise, and
adoring worship to our living God.
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