Preserving Blooms
A Hope That Never Fades
A four-hour Christian devotional retreat that explores what lasts when so much in life is temporary through Scripture, flowers, creativity, reflection, and conversation.
You'll gather fresh blooms. Feel delicate petals between your fingers. Press flowers that have only a short season of their own. And preserve their beauty in botanical art you can carry home.
As you work, you may find yourself thinking about the things you wish you could hold onto.
Life changes. Seasons pass. People we love grow older.
So what can we hold onto when nothing here lasts forever?
Preserving Blooms leads you toward a hope that doesn't depend on preserving what was never meant to last.
Blooming Grace makes spiritual truths tangible.
What You'll Experience
Preserving Blooms isn't simply about preserving flowers. It's about preserving hope.
Throughout the retreat, you'll press flowers, preserve blooms in crystal-clear resin, and create timeless botanical artwork while reflecting on God's promise of eternal life.
As each flower is carefully arranged and sealed, you'll be reminded that although flowers naturally fade, preserving them allows their beauty to remain for years. In the same way, our earthly lives are temporary, but everyone who trusts in Christ has an eternal inheritance that can never fade away.
Each experience builds upon the last, leading you from temporary beauty to everlasting hope until the entire afternoon becomes one unforgettable reminder:
What God preserves can never be lost.
Scripture Focus
1 Peter 1:3–5
"He has given us new birth into a living hope... into an inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade."
Everything in this world eventually changes.
Flowers wilt. Seasons pass. Our bodies age.
Yet Scripture reminds us that while earthly things fade, God's promises never do. Through Jesus Christ, we have been given a living hope and an eternal inheritance that cannot be destroyed by time or circumstance.
Preserving Blooms invites you to rest in the confidence that your future is secure—not because of anything you've done, but because of what Christ has already accomplished.
At a Glance
Biblical Truth
Our earthly lives are temporary, but God's promises are eternal.
Scripture Focus
1 Peter 1:3–5
Key Scripture
"An inheritance that can never perish, spoil or fade."
Experience Length
Approximately 4 Hours
Creative Keepsakes
Pressed Flower Collection
Botanical Resin Coasters
Pressed Flower Artwork
Shared Meal
Seasonal homemade lunch with fresh garden-inspired flavors.
The flower may fade, but God's promise never will.
Your Journey
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Bloom
Every life is beautifully created.
Begin by gathering fresh flowers and reflecting on the beauty and uniqueness God has placed within every life He creates.
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Preserve
God's promises never fade.
Press delicate flowers and preserve blooms inside crystal-clear resin, reminding yourself that while earthly beauty is temporary, God's love and promises remain forever.
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Remember
Hold onto eternal hope.
Spend time in Scripture and guided reflection considering the promise of eternal life and the confidence believers have in Christ.
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Display
Let your life reflect His promise.
Arrange your preserved flowers into meaningful botanical artwork that serves as a daily reminder that your hope is secure in God.
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Hope
Live confidently with eternity in view.
Leave encouraged knowing that although this life is temporary, your future with Christ is everlasting.
The Keepsake You'll Take Home
Throughout the retreat, you'll create:
• Pressed Flower Collection
• Botanical Resin Coasters
• Pressed Flower Artwork
Every preserved flower becomes a reminder that God's promises never fade.
No artistic experience is needed. Every activity is designed for beginners.
A MOMENT TO PAUSE
What are you trying to hold onto?
Flowers don't stay in bloom forever.
Neither do the seasons of our lives.
Some things are meant to be treasured without being kept exactly as they were.
So where do we place our hope when everything around us changes?
Come As You Are
Preserving Blooms is for women who long to rest in the certainty of God's promises.
Whether you're walking through grief, celebrating new life, or simply desiring to deepen your faith, this retreat offers an opportunity to reflect on the hope that never fades.
Come alone, bring a friend, gather your Bible study, or host a retreat for your church.
Together you'll create beautiful keepsakes while discovering the lasting peace that comes from knowing your future is secure in Christ.
Ready to Begin?
You don't have to become someone worthy of God's love. You already are.
Before you were ever enough for the world, you were already loved by God.
Experience Reflecting Blooms Your Way
Lead Preserving Blooms anywhere with the complete digital retreat experience. Inside you'll find the full devotional, leader guide, participant workbook, recipes, Scripture readings, discussion questions, shopping lists, setup instructions, printable resources, and step-by-step activity guides as you discover your identity in Christ and learn to see yourself through God's eyes.
Designed for individuals, churches, women's ministries, and small groups, this downloadable experience includes everything needed to host a meaningful Blooming Grace retreat wherever you gather.
Features
Complete devotional experience
Leader guide
Participant workbook
Homemade flower pasta recipe
Mirror project instructions
Supply list
Shopping list
Setup guide
Discussion questions
Scripture readings
Closing devotional
Bloom Challenge
Printable participant pages
Digital Retreat Experience
Complete Reflecting Blooms devotional
Leader guide
Participant workbook
Homemade flower pasta recipe
Mirror project instructions
Supply and shopping lists
Setup guide
Scripture readings and discussion questions
Closing devotional
Bloom Challenge
Bring the Preserving Blooms experience wherever you gather with a carefully assembled supply kit containing the specialty materials for every participant. Inside you'll find everything needed to create your handcrafted 16" botanical mirror, along with the dry ingredients for homemade egg-free flower pasta and other project materials that make this retreat unique.
Simply add a few common household items and fresh groceries to enjoy the complete devotional experience at home, with your church, or in a small group. The complete devotional, leader materials, recipes, setup instructions, and printable resources are included in the Digital Retreat Experience and are not part of this supply kit.
Whether you're hosting a retreat at church, gathering with friends, or creating a personal retreat at home, this kit makes it easy to experience Reflecting Blooms almost anywhere.
Features
16" round mirror
Preserved flowers and natural botanicals
Specialty craft materials
Dry ingredients for homemade egg-free flower pasta
Edible flower and herb blend
Pre-measured project components
One kit designed for one participant
Supply Kit
Flower press
Fresh flowers
Resin kit
Silicone coaster molds
Pressed flower art materials
Frames
Disposable crafting supplies
Pre-measured project components
One kit is designed for one participant.
Experience Preserving Blooms with a beautifully printed participant workbook designed to guide you through every step of the retreat. Inside you'll find the complete participant devotional, Scripture, reflection questions, journaling pages, and activity instructions as you discover how God brings beauty from life's most difficult seasons.
Created as a lasting keepsake, this professionally printed workbook allows you to focus on the retreat instead of printing pages at home. Leader materials, supply lists, setup instructions, and additional facilitator resources are included in the complete Digital Retreat Experience and are not part of this workbook.
Whether you're attending on the farm, participating with your church, or gathering in a small group, this workbook is a meaningful companion you'll return to long after the retreat is over.
Features
Professionally printed 5.5" × 8.5" participant workbook
Full-color cover
Black-and-white interior
Saddle-stitched binding
Scripture and devotional content
Reflection and journaling pages
Activity instructions
A beautiful keepsake from your retreat
Participant Workbook
Professionally printed participant workbook
No printing or stapling required
Devotional and Scripture readings
Reflection and journaling pages
Activity instructions
Beautiful keepsake from your retreat
Perfect for individuals or groups
Supplies Not Included
To complete Preserving Blooms at home or with your group, you'll also need a few common household items.
Disposable gloves
Mixing cups
Stir sticks
Paper towels
Covered workspace
Scissors
Protective apron
A complete preparation guide, devotional, recipes, and detailed shopping list are included with your downloadable devotional.
