Virtue in Christ. presenter of the. Virtue in an Age of Promiscuity Ladies Retreat REPORT OF ACTIVITIES

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1 Virtue in Christ presenter of the Virtue in an Age of Promiscuity Ladies Retreat REPORT OF ACTIVITIES The aged women likewise, that they be in behavior as becometh holiness, not false accusers, not given to much wine, teachers of good things; that they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children, to be discreet, chaste, keepers at home, good, obedient to their own husbands, that the word of God be not blasphemed. Titus 2:3-5

2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Virtue in Christ Report of Activities: by Virtue in Christ, c/o 111 South Calvert Street, Suite 2700, Baltimore MD All rights reserved.

3 TABLE OF CONTENTS Contents To Our Supporters 1 About Virtue in Christ 2 Virtue in Christ Services Summary 3 Financial Overview in Review 5 Contact Information 7 Company Information 7

4 TO OUR SUPPORTERS To Our Supporters SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT Over 99% of the 2012 Virtue in an Age of Promiscuity ladies retreat attendees surveyed strongly agreed that the Virtue ladies retreat was organized, informative, inspirational, and spiritually uplifting. Overall, at least 92% of attendees agreed that the workshops were at least good, with the majority of respondents giving them a rating of excellent or great. Approximately 96.2% of attendees said they would attend the Virtue ladies retreat, and 95.9% of attendees said they would recommend the Virtue ladies retreat to a friend. HIGHLIGHTS The inaugural Virtue ladies retreat, held in 2012, was attended by over 350 ladies ages 5 years and up. The 2013 retreat was attended by nearly 300 ladies ages 5 years and up. Speakers, teachers, facilitators, and devotional participants in the 2013 Virtue ladies retreat represented 10 Church of Christ congregations. Over 35 Churches of Christ were represented among the ladies who attended the 2013 Virtue ladies retreat. Five denominational churches were also represented. Teachers and speakers have already been confirmed for the 2014 Virtue ladies retreat, and dedicated marketing to potential attendees will begin on July 1, NEW OFFERINGS In 2014, Virtue in Christ will begin to offer Virtue in an Age of Promiscuity t shirts and baseball caps as a means to help defray the cost of its annual Virtue ladies retreat. LOOKING AHEAD Long term planning is in the works for Virtue 2015 and beyond. Virtue in Christ is looking for more economical ways to produce the Virtue retreat while maintaining the level of hospitality and spiritual uplift our attendees have come to expect. Tracy Worley Coordinator May 10, 2013 Page 1

5 ABOUT VIRTUE IN CHRIST About Virtue in Christ Virtue in Christ, a not for profit sole proprietorship registered in Baltimore, Maryland, was established in 2011 as a vehicle for women s Christian training and spiritual fortification. In 2012, Virtue in Christ partnered with the Aberdeen Church of Christ in Aberdeen, Maryland, to produce the first Virtue in an Age of Promiscuity ladies retreat. This partnership continues today with Aberdeen Church of Christ as the sponsor for the annual Virtue ladies retreat. With shared offices in Baltimore and Edgewood, Maryland, Virtue in Christ is capable of hosting planning meetings, preparing and disseminating promotional materials, and developing and distributing communications as needed. Virtue in Christ administers the retreat web page ( in an age ofpromiscuity.info), uses social media (including Facebook, Twitter, and mass marketing) to communicate with interested parties, manages event registration, and print many of the collateral materials associated with the ladies retreat. Virtue in Christ shares Baltimore office space with UMOJA Works, a national non profit reproductive health advocacy organization. Corporate underwriting of some expenses has been donated by TLF Limited Management, Towson, Maryland. Virtue in Christ was organized for the purpose of coordinating and implementing the Virtue retreat. It has and will continue to expand its offerings as it is suitable for the edification of the body of Christ. Page 2

6 VIRTUE IN CHRIST SERVICES SUMMARY Virtue in Christ Services Summary LADIES RETREAT Virtue in an Age of Promiscuity is a retreat designed for ladies and girls to discuss, appreciate, and internalize the character of virtue in their relationships and in their daily lives. Acknowledging that virtue is a trait that is developed and is learned over a lifetime, this retreat is purposed to serve as an introduction for some, a reminder for others, and guidance for all ladies and girls to strive for the qualities that reflect virtue. The Virtue ladies retreat is important because ladies of every age should aspire to virtue. In today s society, surrounded by excessive sexuality in all forms of entertainment and media, all Christians should want more than anything to be connected to God and His Son, Jesus Christ, so we can be strong and steadfast in our walk with Christ. This ladies day event is designed to meet the needs of introducing, encouraging, validating, and strengthening the necessity of virtue in our everyday lives as a means to combat the images and propaganda we are subjected to daily. The Virtue ladies retreat commences on a Friday evening with an informal icebreaker opening devotional where attendees can get to know each other, worship together, and hear a message from God s word as an introduction to the next day s messages and workshops. Saturday begins and ends with devotional worship and a message from God s word. Up to seven (7) workshops are offered on topics relevant to the event theme. Dessert is served on Friday, and breakfast and lunch are served on Saturday. MID ATLANTIC CHURCHES OF CHRIST ANNOUNCEMENTS Virtue in Christ prepares and sends semi monthly announcements of events, activities, and worship experiences being held in the mid Atlantic region or sponsored by churches in the mid Atlantic. Announcements commenced in January 2013 for the purpose of facilitating fellowship between the churches of the mid Atlantic region. Announcements are not limited to mid Atlantic churches, and will be accepted from any Church of Christ wanting to promote its event, worship experience, or other spiritual activity. Churches may send their announcements (with or without artwork) to virtueinchrist@gmail.com. Any interested party may subscribe to the list by sending an to virtueinchrist@gmail.com and requesting to be added. Page 3

7 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW Financial Overview DONATIONS Virtue in Christ benefactors make periodic donations to maintain operations in between retreats. Benefactors include one individual (cash donation), one non profit, and one business (each providing inkind services). REGISTRATIONS Retreat registrations are the mainstay of Virtue in Christ capital assets. In general, registration fees are set at affordable levels with the church sponsor covering expenses not covered through paid registrations or inkind services. EXPENSES To date, expenses incurred are associated primarily with the retreat venue, catering, travel, supplies, signage, promotions, gifts, and accommodations. Page 4

8 IN REVIEW in Review Virtue Brochure Virtue Brochure Page 5

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10 CONTACT INFORMATION Contact Information Virtue in Christ is owned and operated by Tracy Worley. TRACY WORLEY EVENT PRODUCER ABERDEEN CHURCH OF CHRIST SPONSOR VIRTUE IN CHRIST Tel Fax in an ageof promiscuity.info Tel Tel Fax Company Information Virtue in Christ c/o UMOJA Works 111 South Calvert Street, Suite 2700, Baltimore MD Tel Fax Page 7

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12 COMPANY INFORMATION A vehicle for Christian women s training and spiritual fortification Lifestyle Publishing a subsidiary of TLF Limited Management 1 Olympic Place, Suite 900 Towson MD Page 1