Chana Gentry
Chana Gentry
Nosoca Pines Ranch in South Carolina became a sanctuary of peace and prayer for approximately 40 individuals who gathered October 23-25, 2025, for the annual Carolina Conference Prayer Retreat. Attendees came from across North and South Carolina, with a few traveling from as far as Alabama, seeking a deeper connection with God and renewal in their spiritual walk.
What began as a typical retreat turned into a life-changing experience for many. Originally forecasted to be a rainy weekend, the weather transformed into warm days with breathtaking sunrises and golden sunsets by the lake, a reminder to many of God’s faithfulness and presence.
Chaplain Paul Anderson from Largo, Maryland, delivered powerful messages centered on biblical prayers and personal testimonies. Through stories of transformation, he emphasized how prayer not only brings peace to the believer, but also honors God. His convicting messages and compassionate spirit deeply resonated with attendees.
Kristina McFeeters led music throughout the weekend, accompanied by piano, recorders, violin, and flute, creating a worshipful atmosphere that enhanced the prayer focus of the retreat. Participants had multiple opportunities to pray together and share testimonies of answered prayer.
Beth Grissom, Carolina Conference prayer ministries coordinator, facilitated sessions of group prayer and reflection. The retreat left many participants refreshed and recommitted to maintaining a vibrant personal prayer life.
“This retreat changed the way I view prayer. It became personal again,” one attendee shared.
Plans are already in motion for next year’s retreat as the Carolina Conference continues to prioritize prayer as the foundation of mission and ministry.
Carolina | January 2026
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