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April 18, 2026

First Baptist Church, Jonesboro

An event welcoming English- and Spanish-speaking women of all ages, with general sessions and breakouts offered in both languages

Join us for an exciting collaboration of community and cultures as English- and Spanish-speaking women gather together for an event designed to strengthen your faith and draw you closer to God and to others. Through the powerful teaching and testimonies of Courtney Veasey and Barbara Palacios, we will examine what it looks like to live in community as the body of Christ. Don’t miss this opportunity to retreat with women from your church and make new friends at the Spring Event!

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At the Spring Event you will experience

Spiritual Inspiration

Be refreshed and renewed through powerful worship and biblically grounded teaching.

Practical Breakouts

Relevant breakout sessions that equip you to live out your faith with confidence in today’s culture.

Heart for Missions

Connect with missionaries, join the hands-on missions project, and discover practical ways to live on mission every day.

Unity in Purpose

Experience unity and excitement as Georgia Baptist women from across the state come together to glorify God!

Featured Guests

Courtney Veasey

Brunch Ministries, Founder

When life gets busy and overwhelming, meaningful relationships are often the first to suffer. Feelings of isolation can quickly smother and discourage us. But from the beginning, God designed us for relationship—with Himself and with one another. Through Biblical examples, Courtney will lead us to discover what a thriving community of believers looks like, exploring how devotion to God’s Word, fellowship and prayer are the first steps to life-giving relationships.

Read Courtney’s Bio

Courtney Veasey


Founder and director of Brunch Ministries, Dr. Courtney Veasey brings 20 years of public Bible teaching experience to those she continues to serve through Christian enrichment and leadership focused events. Courtney is also a feature writer for Lifeway’s Journey Magazine and serves as a teaching and research fellow with BibleMesh Institute, specializing in biblical studies and languages. Her previous ministry service includes local church, parachurch, and academic posts held in Florida, Louisiana, South Carolina, and California. Courtney is a graduate of Florida Southern College (BA), New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (MDiv; PhD), and Gateway Seminary (ThM). Additionally, Courtney is a true crime enthusiast as well as a condiment and greeting card aficionado.

Courtney Veasey

Brunch Ministries, Founder

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When life gets busy and overwhelming, meaningful relationships are often the first to suffer. Feelings of isolation can quickly smother and discourage us. But from the beginning, God designed us for relationship—with Himself and with one another. Through Biblical examples, Courtney will lead us to discover what a thriving community of believers looks like, exploring how devotion to God’s Word, fellowship and prayer are the first steps to life-giving relationships.

Read Courtney’s Bio

Courtney Veasey


Founder and director of Brunch Ministries, Dr. Courtney Veasey brings 20 years of public Bible teaching experience to those she continues to serve through Christian enrichment and leadership focused events. Courtney is also a feature writer for Lifeway’s Journey Magazine and serves as a teaching and research fellow with BibleMesh Institute, specializing in biblical studies and languages. Her previous ministry service includes local church, parachurch, and academic posts held in Florida, Louisiana, South Carolina, and California. Courtney is a graduate of Florida Southern College (BA), New Orleans Baptist Theological Seminary (MDiv; PhD), and Gateway Seminary (ThM). Additionally, Courtney is a true crime enthusiast as well as a condiment and greeting card aficionado.

Barbara Palacios

Miss Universe 1986, Author & International Speaker

Barbara Palacios is a highly respected public figure with a distinguished professional career and a strong commitment to the integral development of individuals grounded in Christian values. As an inspirational author and Christian speaker, she travels internationally sharing a message of faith, hope, leadership, and purpose, guiding people toward a meaningful life aligned with biblical principles.

Her powerful communication skills, charisma, and genuine desire to impact others have positioned her as an international reference in leadership. Since being crowned Miss Universe 1986, Barbara has maintained an impeccable reputation and a solid professional trajectory, using her platform with integrity to inspire personal growth and ethical leadership.

Read Barbara’s Bio

Barbara Palacios


Barbara is the author of three books: La Belleza de Saber Vivir, Lejos de mi Sombra Cerca de la Luz, and Atrévete a Ser Barbara. In Atrévete a Ser Barbara, she speaks especially to women, encouraging them to be courageous, confident, and bold, while upholding godly values, virtues, and ethics to develop their God-given talents. In 2014, she was recognized by People en Español magazine as one of the most powerful women of the year, and in 2016 she was honored at the United States Congress as one of the most influential Latina women for her contribution to the promotion of Hispanic culture in the United States.

Barbara holds a bachelor’s degree in Advertising and Marketing and a master’s degree in Theology. She actively supports numerous foundations and initiatives, advocating for vulnerable and at-risk communities. In 2022, together with her family, she founded Moved To Serve International, responding to God’s calling to support nonprofit organizations that assist victims of domestic violence and child abuse.

Married since 1988 to attorney Víctor Manrique and the mother of two adult children, Barbara is a living testimony of perseverance, integrity, and faith. Her greatest desire is to leave a lasting legacy that honors God and fulfills the purpose He has entrusted to her.

Barbara Palacios

Miss Universe 1986, Author & International Speaker

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Barbara Palacios is a highly respected public figure with a distinguished professional career and a strong commitment to the integral development of individuals grounded in Christian values. As an inspirational author and Christian speaker, she travels internationally sharing a message of faith, hope, leadership, and purpose, guiding people toward a meaningful life aligned with biblical principles.

Her powerful communication skills, charisma, and genuine desire to impact others have positioned her as an international reference in leadership. Since being crowned Miss Universe 1986, Barbara has maintained an impeccable reputation and a solid professional trajectory, using her platform with integrity to inspire personal growth and ethical leadership.

Read Barbara’s Bio

Barbara Palacios


Barbara is the author of three books: La Belleza de Saber Vivir, Lejos de mi Sombra Cerca de la Luz, and Atrévete a Ser Barbara. In Atrévete a Ser Barbara, she speaks especially to women, encouraging them to be courageous, confident, and bold, while upholding godly values, virtues, and ethics to develop their God-given talents. In 2014, she was recognized by People en Español magazine as one of the most powerful women of the year, and in 2016 she was honored at the United States Congress as one of the most influential Latina women for her contribution to the promotion of Hispanic culture in the United States.

Barbara holds a bachelor’s degree in Advertising and Marketing and a master’s degree in Theology. She actively supports numerous foundations and initiatives, advocating for vulnerable and at-risk communities. In 2022, together with her family, she founded Moved To Serve International, responding to God’s calling to support nonprofit organizations that assist victims of domestic violence and child abuse.

Married since 1988 to attorney Víctor Manrique and the mother of two adult children, Barbara is a living testimony of perseverance, integrity, and faith. Her greatest desire is to leave a lasting legacy that honors God and fulfills the purpose He has entrusted to her.

Make it more than one day!

Come on Friday, April 17, for dinner and a hands-on missions experience

No matter what language you speak, serving together side-by-side knits our hearts together around our shared mission – to make Christ known to all people!

In partnership with Mission Georgia and the Baptist Mobile Health Ministries we will assemble hygiene bags to be given to patients across Georgia who will visit the units for dental and health care to share the love of Christ and hope of the gospel.

Goal: 1,500 Hygiene Bags

What do you need to bring? 

  • $10 gift cards for Walmart, gas, or fast food (McDonald’s, Wendy’s, Burger King, Arby’s)

The bag and items for the bag will be provided and on site when you arrive.

Registration Details

  • Saturday Only Option

    Early Bird Rate - $79 by March 23
    Regular Rate - $90 by April 3
    This cost includes all sessions, lunch and T-shirt

  • Friday and Saturday Option

    Make it More than One Day! Arrive on Friday, April 17, for dinner and a hands-on missions project. No cost! But registration is required.

Spring Event Registration

$ 79 by March 23
  • $90 by April 3
  • Worship sessions
  • Breakouts
  • Lunch
  • T-shirt
  • Make it an overnight experience! (No cost, but registration required)
    Arrive on Friday, April 17 for dinner and missions activity.
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Schedule

5:15 pm - Dinner

6:15 – 6:45 pm - Large Group Gathering

7:00 – 8:30 pm - Missions Project

8:00 am - Doors Open

9:00 – 10:15 am - Worship Session (Separate English and Spanish)

10:45 – 11:30 am - Breakout Sessions

11:00 am – 1:00 pm - Lunch Available

*11:45 am – 12:15 pm - WMU Business Session

12:30 – 1:15 pm - Breakout Sessions (repeated)

1:45 pm - Worship Session (Combined English & Spanish)

3:15 pm - Dismiss

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First Baptist Church, Jonesboro

  • Location

    142 College Street
    Jonesboro, GA 30236

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