weekend retreat

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A Free Weekend Healing Retreat in the Mountains of Montana

No matter what influences a woman to end a pregnancy, the physical, psychological, and spiritual side effects are real and not always anticipated. Feelings of guilt, shame, and grief become a heavy burden, and many women feel that they will never be free, that no one understands, that God will never forgive them.

But there is hope.

With an understanding spirit and a gentle hand, this retreat and study guides hurting women to bring their emotional scars "out of the dark past and into His holy light" where true and lasting healing can take place. Together we will delve into the Scriptures to receive help with issues such as relief, denial, anger, forgiveness, depression, letting go, and acceptance.

For every woman yearning for the peace of God's forgiveness, this study can be the first step to healing and wholeness.

Upcoming Retreats

  • October 8 - 11, 2026 (Troy MT)

  • February 11 - 14, 2027 (Troy MT)

  • June 10 - 13, 2027 (Troy MT)

Our retreats are free to any post-abortive woman who is genuinely seeking to heal.

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know how you’ll be spending your time at the weekend retreat.

Weekend Itinerary

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Snow on the evergreen hillside above Swanson Creek Lodge in Troy, Montana

The Lodge

The Swanson Creek Lodge is nestled in a lush 100-acre landscape of meadows and forests, right at the base of the majestic Cabinet Peak Mountain range of Northwestern Montana.

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Restoration and forgiveness after abortion
The cozy retreat space inside the lodge, offering a comforting atmosphere for post-abortion recovery and spiritual healing.
Wood-paneled attic bedroom with bunk beds and a single bed, all decorated with plaid and rustic-themed bedding, window with light blue shade, wooden nightstands with lamps, and a patterned area rug.
Montana post-abortion recovery retreat
A cozy attic bedroom with wood-paneled walls and sloped ceiling, featuring a large bed with a plaid and wildlife-themed quilt, two bedside lamps, and two additional beds with matching red plaid quilts.
Montana women’s healing retreat
Healing after abortion retreat
Bathroom with a white pedestal sink, oval mirror, and a walk-in shower with a glass door and black fixtures.
A peaceful study room inside the lodge, designed for deep reflection and scripture study as part of biblical healing for abortion.
Biblical abortion recovery
A serene lounge area in the lodge, where women find support and reflection during their post-abortion healing journey.
A warm and inviting interior of Swanson Creek Lodge, providing a peaceful setting for faith-based post-abortion retreats.
Post-abortion healing in Montana
Christian healing retreat for women
The retreat center nestled in the Cabinet Peak Mountain range, a place of Christian post-abortion healing.
A peaceful mountain landscape at Swanson Creek Lodge, offering a faith-based post-abortion retreat in Montana.
A walking trail in nature, inviting reflection and growth as part of the post-abortion recovery ministry.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The retreat is free to any post-abortive woman that is genuinely seeking to heal.  

  • The weekend retreat is 4 days in total.  It starts late on a Thursday afternoon and ends at noon on Sunday. 

  • CLICK HERE to view the full weekend itinerary.  

  • The Wild Heart Ministry team consists of three loving and nonjudgmental women, two of whom has personal experience with abortion and found healing and peace.  Our facilitators have been thoroughly trained and volunteer their time freely, because they understand how important it is to be freed from the shame, anger, and regret that are so often felt after an abortion.  

  • We limit our retreats to 6 participants to ensure that our group is intimate and that there is enough time for all to share.  In addition to those attending, there will be 3 group facilitators, and volunteers that will come and go throughout the day.  

  • The weekend retreat will include Bible study, group discussions about grief, forgiveness, and healing, guidance on overcoming shame and denial, and fellowship with other women. 

  • Wild Heart Ministries serves any post-abortive woman regardless of her faith background.  It is however important to know that we use a bible study titled Forgiven and Set Free.  There will be deep discussion about God and Jesus. As well, you will be required to refer to the Bible in order to complete your study.  

    Hundreds of women have experienced deep healing and release from emotional burdens, particularly related to past trauma and significant mistakes,  through the Forgiven and Set Free study.   This study focuses on a common theme of the transformative power of letting go of guilt and shame to find peace and freedom through Christ; this is frequently used in the context of post-abortion recovery groups where women share their experiences of finding healing through forgiveness.

  • Group healing offers a safe, compassionate space for those processing abortion-related trauma to break isolation, release shame, and feel truly understood. Hearing others’ stories helps normalize complex emotions, reduce self-blame, and build self-compassion. Participants gain practical coping tools, experience supportive community, and discover hope by witnessing others’ healing journeys. For many, the group setting also opens the door to spiritual restoration and renewed purpose—reminding each person that they are not alone and that lasting healing is possible.

    • Washroom + Showers - 4 full bathrooms (2 with showers and tubs and 2 with walk-in showers) and 4 half baths (each with a toilet and sink)

    • Bedding + Towels

    • Iron + Hangers

    • Wifi

    • Fully equipped kitchen

    • Fireplace

    • Smoke/Carbon monoxide alarms

    • Fire Extinguisher

    • First Aid Kit

    • Board Games + Puzzles

    • Books

    • Mountain View + Hiking Trails

    • Free Parking on Premises

    • Toiletries + medications (don’t forget seasonal items such as sunscreen and bug repellent)

    • Clothing (pack appropriately for seasons)

    • Pens, pencils, binder

    • Bible (if you do not have one we will provide one for you)

    • Water bottle

    • Phone, camera and charger

    • Earplugs + eye masks if you struggle to sleep

    • Your own snacks if you have preferences

  • Absolutely NO alcohol, tobacco, vaping, or illicit drugs are to be used while attending the retreat - on or off the premise.

  • The lodge has 8 bedrooms.  You will have your own room and it will be located on the 2nd floor of the lodge. 

  • All meals and snacks are included.  We provide breakfast, lunch, and supper.  Beverages and snacks will be provided as well.  Please let us know if you have any dietary restrictions in advance and we will do our best to accommodate.  

  • There is not a lot of free time during this weekend intensive.  We would like to suggest that you plan an extra day on either side of the retreat to enjoy our local offerings.  We have trails, falls, rivers and lakes, good eats, and local shopping too!  Your facilitators are happy to provide you with information on their favorite shops, trails, and restaurants.  

A rustic log cabin with a metal roof is set at the base of a snow-covered mountain. The cabin has three small dormer windows and a porch with stone pillars. There are leafless trees in front and a wooden fence surrounding the yard.

“Shame dies when stories are told in safe places.”

~ Ann Voskamp