Family Life’s Hope & Healing Department presents The Healing Weekend. Find the refuge you need during this highly impactful weekend, condensing key steps of “The Healing Journey” 29-week curriculum into four days, giving you a safe and effective environment to experience mental, emotional, and spiritual healing.
FAMILY LIFE PRESENTS THE HEALING WEEKEND
March 28-30, 2025
Penn York Camp
266 Northern Potter Rd, Ulysses, PA 16948
DISCOVER PROVEN TOOLS FOR RAPID RECOVERY
The Healing Weekend is your opportunity to find healing, freedom, and peace using a proven biblical model for healing. What you can expect: 1) God to show up! 2) Great healing to happen! 3) Excellent teaching, 4) Learn and experience the steps to healing, 5) Return home more at peace and connected to God, with fewer wounds and less pain. All men, women, married couples, and adult family members are welcome and invited to attend. No prerequisites! All meals are included, with snacks and beverages provided throughout the day.
Registration will be opening in the Fall
Testimonials
I came unsure of what to expect as far as teaching and meeting new people. But my expectations were exceeded. Everyone has been super friendly. I’ve made new connections; it’s been extremely encouraging meeting singles of all ages in different life phases. Definitely looking forward to Thrive 2025
I came back after attending once, 20 years ago. I wasn’t sure how I would feel after going through a very painful marriage. God far-out exceeded anything I imagined. I ended up with the perfect roommates who were supportive & loving. I spread my wings and made friends with all kinds of people in different situations but showing the same bond – Jesus Christ and I didn’t feel left out or judged.
The worship times were wonderful, the food was great, but the saturation in the Word and the presence of God in all areas was exactly what I needed!
I came unsure of what to expect as far as teaching and meeting new people. But my expectations were exceeded. Everyone has been super friendly. I’ve made new connections; it’s been extremely encouraging meeting singles of all ages in different life phases. Definitely looking forward to Thrive 2025
I came back after attending once, 20 years ago. I wasn’t sure how I would feel after going through a very painful marriage. God far-out exceeded anything I imagined. I ended up with the perfect roommates who were supportive & loving. I spread my wings and made friends with all kinds of people in different situations but showing the same bond – Jesus Christ and I didn’t feel left out or judged.
The worship times were wonderful, the food was great, but the saturation in the Word and the presence of God in all areas was exactly what I needed!
I came unsure of what to expect as far as teaching and meeting new people. But my expectations were exceeded. Everyone has been super friendly. I’ve made new connections; it’s been extremely encouraging meeting singles of all ages in different life phases. Definitely looking forward to Thrive 2025
I came back after attending once, 20 years ago. I wasn’t sure how I would feel after going through a very painful marriage. God far-out exceeded anything I imagined. I ended up with the perfect roommates who were supportive & loving. I spread my wings and made friends with all kinds of people in different situations but showing the same bond – Jesus Christ and I didn’t feel left out or judged.
The worship times were wonderful, the food was great, but the saturation in the Word and the presence of God in all areas was exactly what I needed!
Keynote Speakers
To be Announced Soon!
Bryan Sherwood
Bryan is the director of operations for His Healing Light Ministries. Even though Cyndy wrote the Healing Journey for women, Bryan knew God’s principles were for everyone. So he began a men’s class in 2009. God used this group to bring great healing to Bryan’s heart and mind.
Many unresolved, painful events were blocking Bryan’s life, including difficult childhood memories, having his first wife walk away, leaving him to raise three kids, and later the death of his nineteen-year-old daughter. Bryan witnessed, first hand, powerful restoration in his life through the Healing Journey.
Bryan wasn’t the only one leading men’s groups. Soon men’s classes were popping up in other locations. The ministry knew men using women’s materials would not be a suitable situation, long term. So, in 2014, they produced the men’s Healing Journey, with Bryan teaching the same biblical content.
Bryan is a General Contractor and enjoys the mountains and fly fishing, whenever he can get time off.
Cyndy Sherwood
Cyndy Sherwood is the creative director of His Healing Light Ministries, developing content and materials for the ministry. She has been writing Bible studies and teaching Scripture since 1972.
Her material has emerged from her 9-year healing journey with the Lord that began in 1991. Through her own suffering and seeking the Lord through her pain, she discovered his truths that restore us to the fullness of life that he intends for all of us.
In addition to Healing Journey, she has written and filmed three other studies, Freedom Journey, Resting in Jesus, and Running with Horses. She has also written three devotional books, Healing Words, Resting Words, and Running Words, a nonfiction book, Road Map to Healing, and her story, My Healing Journey.
Cyndy and her husband, Bryan, live in Colorado Springs. They have four adult children, a daughter who has gone on to be with the Lord, and oodles of grandchildren.
Schedule
(Example from Thrive: singles conference)
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Pricing
Commuter
$190
- All meals
- The Conference
- Use of the facilities during the day
Dorm Style
(North & South Wing)
$250
- All meals
- The conference
- Twin bunk beds and sleep four people.
- Shared bathrooms in the wing hallways.
Hotel Style
(West Wing)
$315
- All meals
- The conference
- Two double beds
- Private Bathroom
* Note: These rooms are the furthest away from main hall and some are located downstairs.
FAQ
What are the demographics of those who attend?
We have been blessed to see a wide range of backgrounds, ages, and relationship statuses attend this conference. Here is a look at some of our demographics from 2024:
*attended as caretaker for guest
What should I bring?
- Bible
- Notebook if you like to take notes
- Travel water bottle
- Snacks if desired (there are refrigerators available)
- Games or activities for free time
- $1 donation towards supplies if doing craft workshop
- Toiletries (bed linens and towels are provided)
- Open hearts and minds to God’s teachings and promptings
What are the rooms like?
Hotel Style
- The hotel style rooms are double occupancy with a bathroom. These are comparable to your typical hotel room with two double beds.
Dorm Style
- The dorm style rooms are triple occupancy. There is an option for a fourth member, but they would need to stay in a top bunk. These rooms have shared bathrooms in the hallway typical of your typical dorm set-up.
*Please note that there is very little cell-phone reception at this location, especially for Version users. However, there is Wi-Fi and landlines are available.
Why do I have to have a roommate?
There are a limited number of rooms available at Watson Woods. If we allowed for single occupancy, it would significantly lower the amount of people we would be able to have stay on-site. Sharing rooms also helps us keep the costs down for you! If you are truly uncomfortable sharing a room, we suggest utilizing one of the nearby hotels.
What hotels are in the area?
- Hampton Inn Corning/Painted Post
- 248 Town Center Rd, Painted Post, NY 14870
- (607) 936-5020
- Holiday Inn Express Corning
- 9775 Victory Hwy, Painted Post, NY 14870
- (607) 936-3344
- Americas Best Value Inn Painted Post
- 196 S Hamilton St, Painted Post, NY 14870
- (607) 962-2456
*Search hotels in Painted Post online for other options
Is there a cancellation policy?
Unfortunately, all registrations are non-refundable. If you are unable to attend the conference after registering, you can feel free to have someone else attend in your place. Simply have them reach out to us with their information.
How do I get a scholarship?
There are scholarships available for half the price of registration. A completed application along with a reference letter from a pastor or spiritual mentor is required to qualify. To request an application, e-mail Tately Casler at tatelycasler@familylife.org.
Where do I park?
When you arrive, there will be a point person at the entrance who will give drop-off and parking instructions. Please make sure you stop and receive the proper information from them.
When I arrive, where do I register?
- Upon entering Watson Woods, there will volunteers ready to help you with your luggage. They will also be able to point you to where you need to go next.
- There will be a registration table for commuters and another one for overnight guests. These will be marked with signs.
- Please check-in at the appropriate table to receive your room key, name badge, and more information.
- People will be available to point you to your rooms.
What does free time look like?
- The Y at Watson Woods has many activities available for free time. These include various games and puzzles, ping-pong, carpet ball, shuffle board, an outdoor basketball court, an outdoor volleyball court, hiking paths, and 9 hole disc golf course with discs.
- We will also be providing workshops during this time. Feel free to begin your own activity, explore the grounds, or go visit Corning during free time!