Hope after loss Retreat - 2025

October 3-5, 2025

Through the heartache of losing a loved one, we can find healing and comfort through God’s love and strength.

Losing a loved one to addiction brings a twist of complicated emotions from shame to regret to agonizing sorrow. Hope After Loss retreat will help you process your emotions and press forward on the journey of healing and restoration. This is done in a relaxing retreat setting, through sharing in small groups, keynote speakers, and self-care. By walking through grief together God can give us strength, purpose, and HOPE in the midst of our circumstances.

1 Peter 5:10

And the God of all grace, who called you to his eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast.

October 3-5, 2025

Postoak Lodge & Retreat
Tulsa, OK

Individual Ticket: $375 until September 12, $400 beginning September 13 

Couple Ticket:  $525 until September 12, $550 beginning September 13 

Keynote Speakers

Pat Elsberry

Author, Speaker, Blogger, & Certified Grief Educator

Bob Willis

Author, Speaker, & Grief Support Facilitator

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a refund?

Refunds are available up to two weeks prior to retreat. Email Darcie at Darcie@hopeisalive.net for refund.

What does the cost cover?

Lodging
Retreat t-shirt
Heavy Hors D'oeuvres-Friday Evening
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner-Saturday 
Breakfast-Sunday
Snacks & Drinks

Why did the price increase from last year?

I know we all hate hearing the word “inflation” but food and lodging costs increased at POSTOAK Lodge & Retreat, so we had to increase our price as well. We keep the cost as low as possible and get sponsors to help fill the gap in expenses. Without sponsors attendees' costs would be doubled.

What do I need to pack?

Tulsa, OK:
Recommend for attire:

Fri.-Casual
Sat.-Casual & Retreat t-shirt (you will receive this at check-in)
Sat-.Business Casual (think church clothes)
Sun.-Casual
Toiletries

Optional-

Bathing Suit (Pool & Hot Tub available)
Self-Care Activities (we will have some options for you to do, but if you have a specific hobby feel free to bring it)

*Bedding & Towels provided

Will I have a roommate?

Not unless you registered as a couple.

Can I bring my children/grandchildren that are under 18? 

No. The Hope After Loss retreat is for those 18 and older.

Is there an airport close by?

Tulsa International Airport - TUL
Will Rogers World Airport - OKC

What if I live near the retreat cities, is there a separate cost for commuting back and forth from my house?

We believe there is great value in staying at the retreat center. It gives you the full experience and allows you to truly retreat and not worry about seeing dirty dishes, laundry, loud dogs, taking care of kids/grandkids, etc. At this time we will not be offering a separate price. We may consider it if we fill all the lodging rooms.

Are there scholarships available?

Yes. We have a limited amount of scholarships available. It is based on sponsorships. We do ask that you pay a $50 deposit if you receive a scholarship. It can be broken up into multiple payments. Email Amy at Amy@hopeisalive.net for more information.