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October 11-12, 2024

superheroes in the FAITH

“Have I not commanded you? Be strong and of good courage; do not be afraid, nor be dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” - Joshua 1:9

About Atlanta Women's Weekend

The Atlanta Women's Weekend, located in Alpharetta, GA, is an annual event that gives Christian women time together to study the Bible.

Our goal is to encourage women from Atlanta and beyond to learn from each other and grow in God's Word. We gather for a few hours every October to praise God and immerse ourselves in Bible study.  We invite all women to join us in doing so.

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This Website and the Atlanta Women’s Weekend is not supported by, organized by, run by, or directed by any particular church. We are individual Christian women helping other women grow in the Lord our God. The Atlanta Women's Weekend Committee is Sherridon Dobbs, Debra Douthitt, Paula Hovater and Liza Mahn. See us on Facebook.

Photos from the 2024 Atlanta Women's Weekend. (View past images here)

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Past AWW events

 AWW started in 2010 - over a decade of amazing talks!

See our past themes, listen to previous speakers’ lesson and view images from over the years here:

Speakers

2024 Keynote Speakers

Ellen Vaughn

Ellen lives in Arlington, Texas, with Josh, her husband of fifteen years, and their three children – Bennett, Olsen, and Laurel. She works for Sacred Selections as the Adoptions Director of Operations. She has entered this role after a decade of volunteering with the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter and loves working directly with families along their adoption journey. Before beginning that role, Ellen was an educator for ten years. She has also been involved in FC Texas Camps directing FC Texas Winter Camp with Josh for the past six years. She loves teaching Bible classes, but working with older kids and ladies' studies are her favorites as it gives the opportunity to dig deeper with rich concepts and application. Ellen loves audiobooks, a good cup of coffee, and the gift of movement – whether that movement comes from time at the gym, a morning walk, or from playing with the kids!


Cindy Dunagan

Cindy Dunagan is the author of Your Fresh Start, the host of the Nomads You and I podcast, and co-host of the live online program Older Women Likewise. She and her husband of forty-four years live nomadically part-time in a van and have completed their quest to visit and encourage 100 conservative churches of Christ around the country in order to gather and share biblically sound, inspiring ideas for growing the Kingdom of Heaven. She shares those ideas on her blog NomadsYouAndi.com and in her new book One Hundred Churches: A Three-Year Road Trip to Witness the Joy of Authentic Christianity — both available through OneStone.com.


2024 Workshop Leaders

Tricia Hovater

Tricia Hovater lives in Roswell, Georgia, and worships with the Embry Hills church of Christ in Atlanta. She is active in teaching Bible classes for 2nd and 3rd graders. She has worked as an assistant in a Kindergarten class for the past ten years. She and her husband Clay have two adult children, Jordan and Anna, and a daughter-in-law, Clairee. Tricia loves to try new recipes and is an avid reader. She’s well-known to be a fierce competitor in board games.


Nikki Lee

Nikki Lee was born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. She met her husband, Benjamin, at a church event in New York in 2003 and quickly married him the following year. Nikki and Ben have worked with churches in Illinois, Missouri, and Beaumont, Texas, and currently work with the West Main Church of Christ in Lewisville, Texas. They have been there for the past five years. Nikki enjoys staying at home with her 12¾-year-old son, Joshua. They often spend quality time catching Pokémon, battling Beyblades, gaming on Roblox, and mining in Minecraft. Nikki has taught Bible classes to young people and conducted several retreats for young girls. She treasures her opportunities to help young girls build their confidence and make good choices. She is passionate about her faith, sharing Jesus, being a homeschool mom, and volunteering in her community.


Jacqueline Gilliam

Jacqueline obeyed the gospel of Jesus Christ and was baptized at the age of 25, along with her husband Brian. The newlyweds learned the truth sitting around a kitchen table in Tustin, California. They have been married for 41 years, and were blessed with the privilege of raising two children. Jacqueline’s passion is to inspire young children to excel in their Bible knowledge and their math and writing skills. She is an experienced elementary educator. In 2015, she and her husband moved to the Tampa Bay area to serve the students at Florida College. Brian and Jacqueline currently worship at the Henderson Blvd. church in Tampa, Florida, where Brian serves as an elder. She keeps the Henderson elementary Bible class program running smoothly. She is “Grammy” to four beautiful grandchildren, and is grateful for the opportunity to help with their homeschooling. She enjoys bike riding and crafting.


2024 Song Leader

Bonny Cable

Bonny Cable grew up with a song in her heart! She feels a close connection to the Lord through song, knowing it is one way He wants us to praise Him! Together with her husband Joe of 20 years, they are working to raise their boys, Jack and Jett, to also love praising the Lord in song and maybe even to raise them up to be song leaders! The Cables live In Temple Terrace where Bonny is an education professor at Florida College. She is thrilled to be able to impact education for many kids by teaching future teachers to work in that mission field. Bonny finds great joy baking for others and hosting them in their home which she loves to decorate for each season and holiday. Having learned music in band, then chorus, and in a singing group for Florida College called the Friends, she sees God's loving hand in preparing her to be able to serve in this unique way through song leading. What a blessing!

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(New!) Weekend Schedule

FRIDAY

OCTOBER 11, 2024

3:00-6:00 PM - Check-In at the Hotel Lobby
6:00 PM - Worship in song
6:30 PM - Welcome
6:35 PM - Prayer/Dinner
7:30 PM - Opening Speaker
8:30 PM - Workshops
9:30 PM - Late Night Snacks


SATURDAY

OCTOBER 12, 2024

8:00 AM - Silent Auction Opens / Meet & Greet 8:30 AM - Welcome / Workshops
9:40 AM - Break/Hotel Checkout
10:00 AM - Prayer/Brunch
10:40 AM - Silent Auction Ends
11:00 AM - Workshops
12:00 PM - 15 minute break/Silent Auction winners pay
12:15 PM - Closing Speaker
1:15 PM - Wrap -Up / Farewell

Travel

2024 ATLANTA MARRIOTT ALPHARETTA HOTEL

You may select a hotel room that accommodates up to four people. Hotel guests may call the toll free number 1 (866) 312-4487 and identify they are with the Atlanta Women's Weekend group for further help. 

Atlanta Women's Weekend guests are guaranteed a room with 2 double beds or 1 king size bed. Please request the room type you would prefer when making the reservation. The room type will be blocked AFTER the reservation is made.

The hotel will be offering our attendees an incredible rate of $95/night (plus state and local taxes) for Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights!

Check-in and Check-out

  • Check-in: 3:00 PM

  • Check-out: 12:00 PM

TO RECEIVE SPECIAL RATE, RESERVATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED ON OR BEFORE 5 PM EST THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Atlanta Marriott Alpharetta
5750 Windward Parkway
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005


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Learn more about Alpharetta, GA while you're here!

Registration - closed

Registration for the 2024 AWW event is now closed. Please contact us if you need assistance.

Adult Ticket PRICING


June 13 - Sept. 8, 2024 “Early Bird Special Adult Ticket”
$85 (+$3.99 processing fee) = 2024 AWW Ticket

Sept. 9 - Oct. 6, 2024 “Regular Adult Ticket”
$95 (+$3.99 processing fee) = 2024 AWW Ticket

We are not able to accommodate children and toddlers. Newborns only. Thank you!

2024 Atlanta Women's Weekend - Adult Ticket
$98.99

This is an Adult Ticket for the 2024 Atlanta Women’s Weekend Conference which includes a full supper and brunch.

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Student-DISCOUNTED ticket PRICING


June 13 - Sept. 8, 2024 “Early Bird Special Student-Discount Ticket”
$60 (+$3.99 processing fee) = 2024 AWW Ticket

Sept. 9 - Oct. 6, 2024 “Regular Student-Discount Ticket”
$70 (+$3.99 processing fee) = 2024 AWW Ticket

To make a charitable donation to our scholarship fund, see the link below under “Sisters Helping Sisters.”

2024 Atlanta Women's Weekend - Student Ticket
$73.99

This is a Student Ticket for the 2024 Atlanta Women’s Weekend Conference which includes a full supper and brunch.

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RESERVE A TABLE OF TEN

There will be reserved seating for Tables of Ten (with signage at no additional fee.)

Request this by following these directions:

1) Have all ten guests register for the conference.

2) Then, send an email to Sherridon Dobbs by October 1st at scdobbs@comcast.net letting us know who will be assigned to the reserved table at least two weeks prior to the event. You must include a name for your table. (Example:  Friends of Margaret Head, Soul Sisters, etc.)

We will have signage for you to recognize the location.

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OPEN SEATING - There will be open seating for those who do not wish to have a table of ten.


“Sisters Honoring Sister”

2024: Dana Carrozza

Atlanta Women's Weekend is pleased to honor Dana Carrozza, co-founder of Sacred Selections. After having observed families who wished to adopt children and were unable to afford the cost, Dana thought of a solution. She began organizing a group of Christians to make private donations and financially support fellow Christians on their adoption journey. The dream of raising enough to fund one adoption came to fruition in 2006, but it didn’t stop there. Since then, she has spent countless hours counseling families, sharing heartwarming stories at fundraisers, working closely with adoption agencies and attorneys, and spreading the word about the great act of love that is adoption. God has given the increase and in 18 years almost 500 children have been partially or fully funded by the generous donations entrusted to Sacred Selections.

Please join us in this tribute.
The tribute may include tables or seats at this year's event with the balance to continue AWW's mission.

  • Platinum: $1,500 for 10 seats

  • Diamond: $1,200 for 8 Seats

  • Gold $900 for 6 seats

  • Silver: $600 for 4 seats

  • Bronze: $300 for 2 seats

  • Widow's Mite: Any Amount

Donate to "Sisters Honoring Sister"

"SISTERS HELPING SISTERS"

FUNDRAISING BY SILENT AUCTION

Your gift is important to our event. The Silent Auction which hums quietly in the background enables us to provide scholarships for a few sisters who otherwise would not be able to attend. In addition, the funds enable us to offer student pricing and to defray various event expenses benefiting all attendees! During the Bible study breaks, the auction area is buzzing with laughter. It is an enjoyable time for many women as it provides an opportunity to socialize, meet new friends, and create lasting relationships.

To Contribute: We appreciate anything you choose to donate such as gently used items and especially handcrafted items.  Simply email Debra Douthitt at gatorz55@bellsouth.net with your desire to contribute.  She will even give you suggestions!  Please notify Debra with all donations by October 4th.  Then, you may bring the item directly to the event.

We are a nonprofit organization. Donation receipts are available and provided.

To make a monetary donation, please use the “Donation for AWW” link below. Thank you!

Donation for AWW

Proud to have sacred selections, Florida College and Teach2Give as sponsors

 
 
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Contact Us

Have questions or comments about the weekend? Send us a note below and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.