Your journey at Sweet Incense Prayer Retreat
Discover the transformative schedule of our annual retreat, designed to draw you closer to God through prayer, worship, and teaching. Prepare your heart for an unforgettable experience in Indian Wells, California.
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Encountering God through prayer and sisterhood
Sweet Incense Prayer Retreat is a Christian women's ministry dedicated to creating a sacred space where women can encounter God through prayer, worship, biblical teaching, and authentic sisterhood. Our annual retreat is held each July in Indian Wells, California, bringing together women from different churches, cities, and generations for a life-changing experience centered on God's presence.
Our annual retreat and prayer boosters
In addition to our annual retreat, we host Sweet Incense Prayer Boosters throughout the year. These special gatherings are designed to introduce women to the heart of the retreat while providing encouragement, prayer, and spiritual refreshment. Our mission is to help women deepen their relationship with Christ, experience healing and breakthrough, grow in prayer, and leave empowered to impact their families, churches, and communities.
A peaceful atmosphere for spiritual growth
While the detailed agenda is released closer to the retreat, attendees can expect a balanced schedule that includes morning worship and prayer, inspiring biblical teaching sessions, fellowship over lunch, personal reflection and free time, evening worship experiences, and opportunities to connect with other women. The retreat is designed to allow women to rest, encounter God's presence, and build meaningful relationships in a peaceful atmosphere. The retreat is intentionally designed with moments for reflection and rest.
Typical retreat schedule overview
Here's a glimpse into the rhythm of our retreat, fostering spiritual growth and connection.
Prepare for your retreat
A detailed packing list will be sent before the retreat, but we encourage attendees to dress comfortably for the warm desert climate. July in Indian Wells is very hot, so lightweight, casual clothing is recommended during the day. Bring your Bible, journal, and a pen for teaching sessions, along with comfortable shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a reusable water bottle. If you plan to enjoy the resort during free time, don't forget your swimsuit. Most importantly, come with an open heart and an expectation to encounter God through prayer, worship, biblical teaching, and authentic sisterhood.
Optional "What to Bring" checklist
- ☀️ Bible
- 📖 Journal & Pen
- 👕 Lightweight, Casual Clothing
- 👟 Comfortable Shoes or Sandals
- 🕶️ Sunglasses
- 🧴 Sunscreen
- 💧 Refillable Water Bottle
- 👙 Swimsuit (Optional)
- 🌴 Resort Wear for Free Time
- 💜 A Heart Ready to Encounter God