05/07/2026
Update from Donna:
I know many of you have heard the news about the tragic loss of our 22 year old daughter, Hannah on April 3rd. We have been in shock, and are still, to a great extent.
We have wept uncontrollably, and still do—daily, hourly. This type of grief has been absolutely devastating to me, my husband Bryan and our daughter Haley. We continue to ask for your prayers.
I know this raises many questions, and the biggest one is probably, “Will Fresh Fire be cancelled this year?” I’m going to answer as truthfully as I possibly can.
I don’t know.
I’ve never grieved like this before, and I have no idea where I’ll be in my grief journey by mid-October. As of right now, I want to keep it scheduled. I will need a lot of support and several helpers to make it happen this year though.
I will do a thorough assessment and make a final decision by September 12th. If at that time, I am just not able to make it happen, I will let everyone know and refund your registrations in full. I know Hannah would not want me to cancel. She loved helping me with this retreat. I would love to carry on in her honor.
But only time will reveal how much healing has taken place in our hearts by then. Please continue to pray for our family. Registration is still open on our website, but only limited spots remain.
I still hold tightly to Gen. 50:20 “You intended to harm me, but God intended it for good to accomplish what is now being done, the saving of many lives.”
Satan definitely overplayed his hand!
So, I expect God is going to show up in the most powerful way, and minister to every broken heart, every grieving lady, and all who need a reminder of His love and to feel the touch of His Mighty Hand.
We will keep you updated.
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