As women, we all crave moments to step away from the noise and demands of everyday life—to set down what weighs on us and simply rest. Come and be welcomed. Spend a weekend away from it all, reconnecting with the Creator who knows and loves you best. Whether that looks like curling up under a blanket with a good book or staying up late laughing with friends, this time is for you. Our prayer is that you encounter the God who refreshes your soul and draws you closer to Him. 

This event offers a fun-filled weekend where women gather for inspiring biblical teaching, delicious meals, uplifting entertainment, and meaningful connections with one another. 

Date: March 6-8, 2026
Location: The Osthoff Resort, Elkhart Lake, WI
Speaker: Kelly Minter

REGISTRATION PROCESS

If you have been a part of the Encounter experience over the last 30+ years, you know the excitement and excellence that it inspires. Encounter: A Weekend for Women has been blessed with overwhelming attendance for the last few years, which brings its own set of unique challenges. To best serve the women of Alliance Church and their guests, we have implemented a new policy in 2025 with rolling registration dates. Please take time to review the dates prior to December 1st. 

December registration is open for Alliance Women and their guests. There must be one Alliance Church regular attender in every room, which will be listed on the registration. 

Beginning on December 22, registration will open to all women on a first-come, first-served basis.  

Registration dates will be as follows: 

Alliance Women - December 1: Rooms of 6, 7, or 8 people 
The following room types will be open for registration:  

• 2-Bedroom Suite (6 guests only) 
• 3-Bedroom Suite (6, 7, or 8 guests) 
• 3-Bedroom Deluxe Suite (6, 7, or 8 guests) 

Alliance Women - December 8: Rooms of 3, 4 or 5 people 
The following room types will be open for registration:  

• 1-Bedroom Suite (3 or 4 guests) 
• 2-Bedroom Suite (3, 4, 5, or 6 guests) 
• 3-Bedroom Suite (5, 6, 7, or 8 guests) 
• 3-Bedroom Deluxe Suite (6, 7, or 8 guests) 

Alliance Women - December 15: Rooms of 1 or 2 people 
The following room types will be open for registration:  

• Guest Room (1 or 2 guests) 
• 1-Bedroom Suite (1, 2, 3, or 4 guests) 
• 2-Bedroom Suite (2, 3, 4, 5, or 6 guests) 
• 3 Bedroom Suite (5, 6, 7, or 8 guests) 
• 3 Bedroom Deluxe Suite (6, 7, or 8 guests) 

All Women - December 22: All Room Types 

It is very important to know how many will be in your suite BEFORE you register, as well as their names. No discounts can be applied for adding another person(s) to your suite after the initial registration. Additional person(s) will be charged the same rate as the original number of occupants. Financial assistance is available, but must be completed BEFORE registering. 

Please read all of the additional registration information below:

In order to register, you will need to know:

• Type of room desired
• Total number of occupants in your room
• Names of each of your suitemates

Registration and Payment Procedures

• Your room is not reserved until all suitemates have registered.
• Full payments must be made at the time of registration. You may register online with a credit card, debit card, or automatic withdrawal from your checking account. You may also register with cash or check at the church Welcome Center on Sunday mornings or during open business hours.
• Separate registrations are required for each suitemate.
• One person may register and pay for multiple occupants of the suite if desired. This is our preferred method for registration and will expedite the process of assigning your group to a room. Please make sure you use each person’s personal contact information if registering someone other than yourself. Please be aware that when you register anyone other than yourself, you are responsible for collecting payment from them. If you have questions regarding how to register multiple people, please contact Jamie Boorum BEFORE registering.

The person completing multiple registrations will be required to enter the following information for all occupants:

• Name*
• Address
• Phone number*
• Email address*
• Birthdate
• Age range*
• Is this attendee at least 18 years of age and post-high school?*
• Is this their first Women's Encounter?*
• Would they like to receive weekly emails from Alliance Church Women's Ministry?* (unsubscribe at any time)

Do not contact The Osthoff to register or request a room. All registrations for this event must be made through Alliance Church.
*Required fields

Other important information

• Every attempt will be made to honor your specific suite request. Suite reservations will be made on a first-come, first-served basis once everyone in your room has registered for the event. 
• If you would like to attend Encounter, but are in need of a roommate(s), please complete the roommate request form. Please do not register without knowing who your roommates are and what type of room you will have. 
• We are unable to accommodate infants during the Encounter weekend.
• This event is for women of post-high school age.

• If your plans change before January 26, 2026, you may be eligible for a refund. You can receive a full refund if you find someone to take your spot. If you’re sharing a room, we’ll refund the difference for one fewer person. A $25 processing fee applies for any credit card refunds. Please contact Jamie Boorum at [email protected] as soon as possible for specific details regarding your cancellation.

Extending Your Stay at The Osthoff:  
If you would like to arrive on Thursday, March 5, or extend your stay until Monday, March 9, that option is available to you pending room availability at the Osthoff. The deadline is January 26, 2026. Contact Jamie Boorum if you are interested. 

SPECIAL REQUESTS

Mobility Issues
The Osthoff is a large resort, and accessing the meeting areas may require considerable walking. If you need a room located near the meeting space or require a handicap-accessible suite, you must complete this form no later than January 26, 2026. Requests received after this date may not be accommodated.   

Dietary Restrictions
If you have special dietary needs, please complete the Dietary Restrictions Form with your needs before February 5, 2026. Every effort will be made to accommodate your needs. Please note that our buffet has numerous gluten-free and dairy-free options available. All allergens will be clearly labeled on the buffet lines. Please do not contact The Osthoff. 

For more information about The Osthoff, what to bring, meals, and more, click the link below.

Planning for Encounter

If you still have questions about Encounter: A Weekend for Women, check the frequently asked questions page or contact Jamie Boorum.

Frequently Asked Questions Contact Jamie Boorum