You are invited to join President Gary Wilkerson for this relaxing weekend in the Sonoran Desert.
Surrounded by saguaro cacti and rugged peaks, we will honor God’s work through World Challenge. Orphans and widows around the world are being rescued from the shadows into hope, and you can share in their joy during this restorative getaway. Hear stories of inspiration from special guests like Henry Cloud and more. We’ll also have times set aside for connection over authentically crafted meals and music. Your afternoons are open to seek adventure or rest on the hills of Dove Mountain.
The Ritz-Carlton, Dove Mountain shines as a sanctuary of connection, reflection, and renewal.
Surrounded by the calm of the Sonoran Desert, this haven invites you to embrace life’s brightest gifts—peace, beauty, and time together. Whether you’re teeing off beneath endless skies, unwinding at the spa, or exploring trails among ancient saguaros, every moment glows with possibility.
COST
Complimentary. It would be our pleasure to treat you to the entire weekend, including hotel, breakfasts, and dinners.
Your only costs will be your transportation, parking/valet fees, lunches, and any free-time expenses.
SCHEDULE
Thursday: Welcome reception followed by dinner and opening session.
Friday and Saturday: Morning and evening sessions, with afternoons open for free time.
Sunday: Closing activities and wrap-up by noon.
REGISTER
We’re certain this weekend will fill up quickly, so please don’t wait to respond. Thank you for understanding that this invitation is exclusively for you and your guest.
Religion that is pure and undefiled before God the Father is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction, and to keep oneself unstained from the world. — James 1:27
World Challenge serves tens of thousands of orphans and widows through care centers and community outreach across dozens of nations. We go where His light shines brightest, prioritizing regions that are war torn, poverty stricken, persecuted, and unreached. Together, we believe a generation of vulnerable souls can be transformed by Jesus. Share in this vision and help the forgotten know there is hope in Him.
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