A Sacred

Pause Retreat

A weekend of healing, identity, confidence, and purpose — hosted at Blue Mountain Christian Retreat & Conference Center.

For the woman who knows God is calling her higher but needs space to heal, reset, and rise.

August 28-30, 2026

Arrive Fri 3–4 PM • Depart Sun 1:30 PM

A Special Invitation

From Denise Colon

You are invited to an unforgettable weekend of restoration, empowerment, and spiritual alignment at the Sacred Pause Renewal Conference — a sacred gathering designed to transform your faith, your mindset, and your next chapter.

This conference brings together anointed women of God, powerful teachers, and transformational leaders who will pour into you with wisdom, healing, strategy, and truth.

Over two days, you’ll experience heartfelt worship, breakthrough teaching, reflective work, and meaningful sisterhood — all designed to help you reset, realign, and rise into the woman God has destined you to be.

This is your invitation to step away from the noise and step into clarity, confidence, and renewed purpose. You will leave strengthened in faith, grounded in identity, and equipped with tools to thrive spiritually, emotionally, and financially.

Together, these dynamic women will guide you through a transformational journey designed to restore your heart, expand your vision, and awaken your God-given potential.

Women leave this renewal conference feeling spiritually grounded, emotionally renewed, and confident about what God is calling them to next.

What to Expect

Healing Services

Restoration, release, renewal

Campfire Connections

Sisterhood, safety, belonging

Practical Panels

Clarity, wisdom, next steps

Venue Comforts

Rest, peace, care

Speakers & Panelists

Denise Colón, M.P.A.

Founder, Grace & Grit by PSI

Opening Keynote:

From Unshaken to Unstoppable

Fri 6:30 PM

Executive leader, author, and coach helping women turn pain into purpose through faith and operational excellence.

Pastora Massiel Vargas

Faith Leader, Women's Minister, and Empowerment Teacher

Evening Panel:

The Mustard Seed Fri

7:30 PM

Pastor and mentor focused on identity in Christ, healing, and community transformation.

Lydia Lucas

Ordained Minister, Author, and Co-Founder of Latinas Loving Jesus

Morning Session

Sat 7:30 AM

She leads a faith-based ministry, serves on the City Relief leadership team, is the author of A New Thing, and lives in New Jersey with her family.

Dr. Ronda Boyd

Legacy & Financial Life Strategy Partner

Closing Session:

Faith & Finances

Sat 2:00 PM

Practical, faith-aligned strategies to build confident stewardship and multi-generational vision.

Wanda Santiago

Wanda Santiago is a speaker, teacher, and ministry leader from Northern New Jersey. She serves at New Beginnings Cathedral alongside her husband and is passionate about helping women grow in faith, healing, and spiritual maturity.

More speakers will be announced as confirmed!

Schedule

Friday, August 28, 2026

4:00 – 6:00 PM

Room Check-In & Settle

6:00 – 9:00 PM

Evening Service: Mustard Seed • Dinner • Guest Panel

9:00 – 11:00 PM

Campfire + Healing (journaling & reflection)

11:00 PM

Curfew

Saturday, August 29, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM

Prayer & Worship

9:30 – 11:30 AM

Morning Service & Guest Panel

1:00 – 4:00 PM

Free Time (Pool 1–4 PM, optional activities)

6:30 – 9:30 PM

Evening Service & Guest Panel

9:30 – 11:00 PM

Free Time (Fireside journaling & chill)

11:00 PM

Curfew

Sunday, August 30, 2026

7:00 – 8:00 AM

Prayer & Worship

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Closing Service & Guest Panel (or Financial Speaker)

11:30 AM

Departure

Breakfast: 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM | Lunch: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM | Dinner: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Schedule subject to change

Choose Your Experience

One Grace & Grit community. Two levels of guided support.

Signature Experience

A complete Sacred Pause Conference experience

Designed for women who desire rest, clarity, and spiritual realignment during this season.

Includes:

  • Full 3-day conference access

  • Meaningful worship, teaching, and guided reflection

  • Community empowerment and sisterhood sessions

  • Practical tools to help you realign faith, purpose, and direction

  • Faith-centered financial life strategy session (group)

  • Conference materials and keepsakes

Best for you if: You are seeking a powerful reset, renewed faith, and foundational clarity without additional guided integration.

Value $997

COST $497

Use code BRINGASISTER at checkout for your special sisterhood discount. Invite a friend and experience the renewal conference together.

Extended Experience

Deeper guided support for lasting transformation

Designed for women who want more than a moment — they want support that carries forward.

Includes everything in the Signature Experience, plus:

  • Sacred Campfire Experience — a guided evening of prayer, release, reflection, and testimony

  • Private lunch with Denise and guest speakers for personal connection and mentorship

  • One full year of Grace & Grit community access for continued encouragement and accountability

  • Priority seating and reserved access, allowing you to stay present and focused

  • Practical, faith-centered financial insight to steward your life and resources with peace and wisdom

  • Curated keepsakes and reflection resources to support integration beyond the renewal conference

Value $1,497

COST $747

Coming with a friend? Use code BRINGASISTER at checkout for a special sisterhood discount.

Most women who desire deeper support and ongoing

connection choose the Extended Experience

Payment Plans Accepted

Transportation + Campfire Session

Charter Transportation (Optional Add-On)

For your convenience, optional charter transportation will be available for conference attendees at an additional cost.

  • One charter bus from New York City

  • One charter bus from Northern New Jersey

This option allows you to arrive rested, connected, and fully present for the weekend.

Transportation option coming soon and updates will be shared

Campfire Sessions

(Signature Experience)

Our evening campfire gatherings are designed to create sacred space for reflection, connection, and testimony.

Each campfire includes two guided sessions:

  • Reflection Circle (Bonfire Style) — A quiet, guided moment for prayer, journaling, and spiritual reflection

  • Storytelling & Testimony Circle — A safe, intimate space where women share stories

Ready to Join Us?

Space is limited Secure your spot early

If this renewal conference keeps coming back to mind, that's not random. Trust what's being stirred.

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