September ‘24 Retreat

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September 6-7, 2024

Time: 12:00PM Friday - 1:00PM Saturday

Bellwether Farms // 4655 OH-60, Wakeman, OH 44889

The ISI Life™ retreats give you 24 hours away from any distractions, allowing you the opportunity to Reflect, Recharge, Refocus, and engage in Relationships. Over this 24 hour period we challenge one another to grow and develop in the areas of faith, family, fitness, faculty, and finance.

Retreat Price: $250

!! 5 SPOTS LEFT !!

Included with All retreats:

/ Amazing Lodging / Quality Content / Incredible Food / Stylish Swag / Memorable Connections

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Guest SpeakerS:

Mike Suit : FAMILY

Chaplain of the Cleveland Guardians / Engagement Leader with Thrivent Financial

Mike Suit has been married to Rebecca since June of 2010 and they have 3 kids together: Elaina, Judah and Shayla.

He is born and raised in the Cleveland area and is passionate about serving the city of Cleveland. This is evident through the work he does as the Engagement Leader with Thrivent.

In the last several years, God has taken Mike and his family on a wild adventure through adoption, a major career change, a move closer to Cleveland and various opportunities to continue to serve the city, including in his role as the chaplain to the Cleveland Guardians.

John Murtha : Faith

Cleveland-area Bible Teacher & Radio Host

John Murtha was born and raised in Cleveland Ohio. He was a medic in the US Army in Thailand during the Vietnam War. After he committed his life to Jesus in 1975, he would return to Thailand with his family where he served as a missionary for many years. John assisted in making three documentary films showing the plight of people in that part of the world to include such tragedies as: “Tiny Tears”: HIV orphans in Thailand, "Tsuanami: The Rebuilding”, and “Landmine Victims in Cambodia.”

He presently serves as a Bible teacher in the greater Cleveland area and hosts a weekly radio show on WNZN.org. He and his wife, Marie, were directors of their mission organization, WEC, Int. (Worldwide Evangelization for Christ/USA) and they continue to teach new missionaries along with a Latino mission conference, Por Causa Del Llmado (For the Sake of the Call), there every year.

John and Marie have been married for almost 50 years, have four grown married children who all live within 10 minutes, and love the Lord. Grandchild #14 will arrive this September!

John-Mark Young : FInance

President, Chief Investment Officer, Financial Advisor, SmartVestor Pro

John-Mark graduated from Campbellsville University in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in Organizational Management. He additionally completed his MBA in Finance from Ashland University in 2012. To live out our belief in running Whitaker-Myers Wealth Managers as a fiduciary-based firm, John-Mark completed his AIF® (Accredited Investment Fiduciary) and RICP® (Retirement Income Certified Professional) designations in 2023. Additionally, John-Mark completed his CKA® (Certified Kingdom Advisor) designation in 2024. A firm believer in continuing education, John-Mark is working towards achieving his Certified Financial Planner and Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC®) designations.

John-Mark lives in Ontario, Ohio, with his wife Megan, Bella, Nash, and Landrie, their three children. Outside of work, John-Mark is a member of Westwood Alliance Church, where he has served as an Awana Youth Leader. He was also the assistant varsity girls’ basketball coach at Mansfield Christian School for five years. He serves on the board of directors at The Christian Children’s Home of Ohio, Inc and Buckeye State Credit Union.

Bill Russel : FITness

Co-Founder, CrossFit Cleveland

Bill Russell says he has the greatest job in the world. He gets to help people change their lives every day by teaching them to get healthier and more fit. Together with his wife Staci, they co-founded CrossFit Cleveland back in 2007 and continue to work together every day.

With over two decades of experience in fitness training, Bill is dedicated to helping people of all ages get stronger and achieve better overall health. His passion for fitness and commitment to his clients' success have made him a respected figure in the community.

Bill and Staci live in North Olmsted. They enjoy traveling, boating, and spending time with their three grandchildren.

Justin Trzebuckowski : DevotionS

IT Professional at CBIZ

Justin Trzebuckowski is a dedicated advocate for personal growth and spiritual development. Based in Broadview Heights, Ohio, Justin works as an IT Professional at CBIZ and enjoys competing in golf tournaments on weekends.

Four years ago, Justin embarked on a profound healing journey to explore his childhood and understand its impact on his adult life. Along this transformative path, he forged meaningful relationships with men, particularly those of faith, who supported him in exploring and deepening his connection with Christ. Justin will share the profound impact these relationships have had on his journey of faith, highlighting how he has overcome adversity, embraced vulnerability, and found true fulfillment.

Epic Location

Bellwether Farm Camp, Retreat, and Education Center offers a model of sustainable living that promotes physical and spiritual wellness, fidelity to the environment, and social justice. It incorporates farming, food production, and eco-stewardship into land-based educational programs for people of all ages and backgrounds.

Our aim at Bellwether Farm is to equip children and adults to become informed, inspired, and empowered leaders for a sustainable future.”

Bellwether Farm is bordered on three sides by the Vermilion River and offers exceptional and diverse opportunities for educational programming.

Our 137-acre property includes farmland, woodlands, meadows, hiking trails, picnic pavilions, playing fields, and a five-acre pond.

This new center exemplifies green building and features super energy-efficient structures, renewable energy technology, water reclamation systems, and repurposed materials. Together the site and its facilities serve as vehicles for teaching the wider community about sustainable living and care of this good earth.