Ruth grew up as a minister's daughter, has been an active church member, owns her own business, and is a wife and mother. In all these capacities and relationships she has observed, participated in, been wounded by, and witnessed grace within conflict. These experiences have shaped her life and work.
A retreat and keynote speaker, Ruth customizes inspirational messages to help people come to a better understanding of the personal dynamics of relationships within the family and church. She offers tools that foster a greater understanding of God, self, and others within those human interactions. Ruth's engaging and genuine speaking and teaching style focuses on peacemaking, conflict resolution, and healthy community.
Women of Salt and Substance: Restoring Relationships in the Midst of Conflict
This retreat is to help women better understand the personal dynamics of conflict and then offer conflict resolution strategies that foster greater knowledge of God, self, and others. Women of the Bible will be studied to learn through their lives what God's timeless message is for women today.
Retreat topics:
Perceiving Self & Receiving Others in the Midst of Conflict
Speaking the Truth
Discovering the Heart of the Matter
Searching for Options
Letting Go
Reflecting and Praying for Discernment
Choosing the Spirit's Calling
Mining Scripture for Models of Reconciliation
Ruth I. Johnson, MSW
57 W. Main St.
Chehalis, WA
360-736-3738
"No matter what
conflicts we face, the
best ways to respond
are to lean on God in prayer, let go of our
fears, and take a leap
of faith in which we
allow forgiveness, accountability and reconciliation to take place.
-- Ruth I. Johnson, speaking
at a recent retreat
RETREATS
Strengthening God's Gift to Women: Relational Skills
Healthy relationships are the key to movement towards well-being and determine how human interactions play out within the church, business, and the family. This seminar will help women develop relational skills through compassionate listening, questioning, and the use of discernment as a strategy for prayerful decision-making.
