Windermere Baptist Conference Center

Here are some comments from individuals who attended the recent “Black Christian Singles Retreat” held at Windermere Baptist Conference Center.


“It is truly a blessing to attend this retreat. That staff and ministry leaders are genuine and full of the Holy Spirit. I thank God for allowing me and other Christians to attend this blessed event.”
—Eddie Blunkett (Louisville Kentucky)

“The prayer, praise and testimonies were wonderful. What a time we have when believers come together!”
—Francina McGee

“This was my first time to the singles conference and it truly blessed my soul beyond my expectations! God has truly been in this place and has worked through so many to touch and change lives.”
—Paulita Moore

“I had an awesome time. The magnitude of praise was overwhelmingly refreshing. Can’t wait for next year.”
—Danean Belton

“The event has been uplifting, spirit-filled and has given me the opportunity to meet other singles in ministry. I’ve learned so much more. I plan to return and recommend this beautiful and serene place to my church.”
—Roxanne Coates (Kansas City, Missouri)

“I experienced a spiritual uplifting. The fellowship, love, and support was awesome.”
—Christella Shepherd

“This is my 2nd year and I love it. I go home with lot of praise and thanksgiving.”
—Kay Tubbs

“Great worship. Great hospitality. Blessed atmosphere. Great fellowship with all.”
—Tresia Hassan (Kansas City, Kansas)

“I have enjoyed this retreat. I have gotten a closer walk with God.”
—Barbara Liddell (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)

“I’ve enjoyed hearing the preached word from the anointed pastor and ministers. They bring out the love of Jesus in word and thought. We want to return again and again to hear more and more of God’s grace and mercy.”
—Vernel Stone (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)

Cristina Kaylor
St. Paul, Minnesota

Imagine being a first grade girl (if you can guys) and you are at a retreat with your friends from church. You are away from home for the first time without your family. After going into the cabin for a minute you step outside to realize you’re all alone. Everyone else has left. You freeze. Now what? As you wander timidly, stifling tears, in search of a friendly face someone happens upon you. They take you into a large building to spend time with the missionaries who are there for the retreat. This sounds a little scary. They turn around to reveal kind faces, including one that you know as your Sunday School teacher. The weekend is saved and you not only have a great time but learn about missions and grow to love the conference center you are staying at.

This was one of my first Windermere memories. I went back so many times as a child and through high school that I can’t even begin to count them all. I saw bats in the cave, swam in the lake, played capture the flag, and was a part of Bible studies and worship services that helped me become the person I am today.

I have since been involved in missions myself locally, nationally and internationally. One year I had the priveledge to attend Girls On Mission conferences and be one of the missionary speakers that shared how important missions are with young girls. I have worked in the Lakeside Grill, Administrative Office and Catering at Windermere. Each time I worked a dinner I would end up serving people who knew me, my family, or a friend. Windermere is a place that brings people together in a community. I will always be grateful for every bat that scared me, every time I made it to the top of The Edge with the support of friends, and every time I took part in a sunrise Bible study in the chapel.