Come Away and Rest: Sometimes, the soul simply needs to breathe.
Life moves fast, but Jesus invites us to step out of the rush and into His quiet grace. A Selah is a sacred pause – a purposeful weekend retreat crafted exclusively for women to step away from the daily noise and anchor themselves deeply in God’s Word, heartfelt prayer, and spirit-led worship.
Your Invitation: Come away to a peaceful sanctuary uniquely prepared for you to rest, receive, and respond. This weekend is intentionally designed with generous stretches of quiet space, giving you the freedom to truly pause and let Jesus pour into you.
What to Expect: Leave the demands of everyday life behind, wrap yourself in comfort, and rediscover the beauty of stillness. Your table is already set, and He is waiting for you.
Inspiring Gatherings: Uplifting speaker sessions, powerful worship, and creative expressions to stir your spirit.
Meaningful Connections: Intentional time to center your spirit before God, walk alongside other women in fellowship, and grow together in faith.
True Freedom: There is no rigid agenda or pressure here. Throughout the weekend, you have complete freedom to engage at your own pace, choosing community or quiet solitude as you are led to connect with Jesus.
Selah Retreat FAQ
In the Bible, “Selah” signals a pause for reflection or a musical break, inviting worshipers to meditate on God’s Word. It is a gentle reminder to slow down, breathe, and make space for His presence rather than rushing through our spiritual rhythms.
Selah is uniquely designed to offer generous portions of time for you to truly pause, rest, receive, and connect with Jesus. You can expect a mix of creative expression, worship, speaker sessions, and optional prayer appointments.
You can look forward to speaker sessions, worship, creative expression, optional prayer appointments, a guided prayer walk leading to a view of the lake, and plenty of open downtime to rest. Outside of structured sessions, you can also take advantage of the outdoors, including the nearby lake, walking trails, and a firepit.
Throughout the weekend, there is complete freedom to engage as you are led. All activities, including group sessions and prayer appointments, are designed to help you rest and connect, and you are entirely welcome to opt out of scheduled moments if you prefer quiet time or solitude.
You will enjoy the privacy of your own personal room located on the second floor of a charming, rustic 1940s lodge. Each room features a private bathroom equipped with a sink, toilet, and shower.
Your Bible, writing materials, and earphones (if you like using them)
Comfortable personal items and toiletries
Warmer outerwear and sensible shoes for taking advantage of the outdoors (lake, trails, and firepit)
Optional: Favorite foods or snacks from home to supplement your stay (full kitchens with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and sink are available in each wing)
Dress comfortably and however you like, as there is no dress code at Selah! Anything from loungewear and no makeup to dressed-up and made-up is completely welcome.
For fall or winter season: Because lodge temperatures can fluctuate, layering is recommended. Be sure to pack warmer outerwear and practical shoes if you plan to spend time walking outside by the lake or on the trails.
No need to pack bedding or towels! Bedding, towels, and a room fan are provided for you. You should, however, bring your own personal toiletries, including a hair dryer if you use one.
Yes, wireless internet connection is available across the YWAM Northwoods campus. The code will be provided to you when you get here.
Yes. Breakfast, a charcuterie board, dinner, and snacks are provided throughout the weekend, with specific options for dairy-free, gluten-free, and nut-allergy needs. If you have a diagnosed food allergy, please email Selah Staff at northwoods.selah@gmail.com with the subject line “Food Allergen”. (Note: While the team does their best, cross-contamination is a small possibility, so guests with severe or multiple sensitivities are welcome to bring their own food to supplement.)
The retreat is hosted at the YWAM Northwoods Campus located at W14580 County Rd D, Weyerhaeuser, WI 54895. It is a peaceful, rustic property featuring a lake, walking trails, a firepit, and a historic 1940s lodge.
Plan to arrive on Friday between 5:30 PM and 6:00 PM to settle in and enjoy a light snack before the first session begins at 7:00 PM.
Rooms are prayerfully assigned, but if you want to room with a specific friend or family member, you can request a room with 2 twin beds (note that both participants must email the request).
31+ days prior: Full refund minus associated fees.
8 to 30 days prior: 50% refund of the remaining balance after fees.
7 days or less: No refund available due to non-recoverable preparation expenses.
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