Stay Close Marriage Encounter

March 19 - 21, 2009

Details coming soon

"A strong part of our ministry is devoted to strengthening relationships in Christ. God has blessed us to be faithful in marriage to each other for over 15 years. We serve the body of Christ and the unchurched by providing practical, biblical tools to strengthen and build marriage and family relationships."
Jamie and Judy Jacobs-Tuttle

River Stone Resort & Spa

The River Stone Resort & Spa is located in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. They offer a perfect setting between the Gatlinburg Golf and Country Club on one side and the scenic Little Pigeon River on the other, with the mountains right close by.

River Stone Resort's amenities offer a level of comfort and beauty that creates a satisfying and relaxing experience.

•	Designed by world-renowned Edward D. Stone and Associates, who created Atlantis in the Bahamas and Disney's Old Key West Resort.
•	Spacious rooms with custom-designed furniture.
•	Full-length covered patio overlooking golf course or river.
•	Master suite with double vanity, large whirlpool tub, and huge walk-in closet.

Extra amenities for just a few dollars more.

Luxury Spa
When you enjoy one or more spa treatments, you'll feel as though you've just returned from a relaxing vacation. RiverStone offers a complete array of spa services and can tailor an individualized program to your wellness needs and preferences. Their services include many luxurious touches such as plush robes and fragrant candles.

All Stay Close Marriage Encounter registrants will receive 30% off any spa service.

Spa Services Include:

•	Massage therapy, including Swedish, sports, and deep-tissue
•	Manicures and pedicures
•	Facials
•	Specialty skin care procedures
•	Body wraps
•	Aquatherapeutics
•	Alternative therapies such as reflexology and shiatsu

Gatlinburg Golf Course
Whether you're a beginner or a pro, you'll enjoy playing golf in a mountain setting that's reminiscent of the Scottish Highlands where the game originated 200 years ago. The lush fairways, sprawling bent-grass greens, and cool breezes greatly enhance the pleasure of the game, and the area's temperate climate makes it possible to play all year round.

Golfers love the Pigeon Forge area for its challenging courses, mild climate, and inspiring mountain scenery featuring some of the most dramatic views and mountainous holes to be found anywhere. The course has lots of elevated greens, vertical drops, and tight fairways. Hole No. 12 is especially famous, with its 200-foot drop from tee to green.

$60 per person: includes 18 holes, all fees, and cart.

Speakers

Jamie Tuttle, M. Div
Born in Winston-Salem, NC, Jamie was raised in a music evangelism family. He started playing the drums for the family ministry at the very young age of five, and continued until he went to Emmanuel College in Franklin Springs, GA. While in college, Jamie completed his Bachelor of Arts degree in Biblical Studies/Theology. Upon completion, he was led to move to Cleveland, TN to participate in other music ministry avenues while pursuing his Master of Divinity degree at the Church of God Theological Seminary with the emphasis of Family and Marital Counseling.

In 1993, Jamie married Minister Judy Jacobs, and together as partners in ministry, they began serving the body of Christ through their ministry known as, "His Song Ministries." Jamie is an ordained Minister and serves as the director and administrator of the ministry which focuses on the outreaches of the Music Evangelism for Judy Jacobs, His Song Music Group (Record Company), Press, Push, and Pursue Women's Conference, Stay Close Marriage Encounter Conference, and the International Institute of Mentoring. Jamie and Judy have two daughters, Kaylee and Erica, who will soon make their mark for the Kingdom of God.

Judy Jacobs Tuttle
Judy Jacobs is an inspiring and anointed woman of God who, through word and song presents, the Good News of Jesus Christ. She is known for her dynamic singing and also ministry in the word, demonstrating the joy of true worship and encouraging followers of Christ to worship freely, allowing God to transform their lives.

Using her vast repertoire of original music, she is able to uniquely communicate God's powerful message to his people. As a teacher, preacher and psalmist Judy has led thousands of people into heartfelt worship through concerts, conferences, churches and conventions around the world. Minister Judy television program—JUDY JACOBS NOW! is aired on major Christian networks and reaches millions of households around the world. Through her ministry people have come to a saving knowledge of Christ, bodies have been healed, marriages restored and many Christians have been able to grow spiritually and make positive life changing decisions.

The youngest of 12 children, she began her singing ministry at her church at the age of eight years old. With encouragement from her family in her music, she was taught the importance of spirit-filled ministry.

Judy shares, "Seeing my parent's commitment to prayer and fasting, gave me a hunger and desire after the things of God and they became the greatest spiritual influence in my life."

Judy was involved in many successful music groups, but it was not until 1989 when she established His Song Ministries that God began to broaden her territory of ministry. Since then, she has expanded her ministry by recording music albums and creating preaching sessions on tapes and compact discs. In addition to all her previous ministry work, Judy has also been involved with many powerful ministries including: T.D. Jakes and The Potters House, Mega Fest, Benny Hinn Crusades, Dominion Camp Meetings with Rod Parsley, Christian Woman's Conferences, Trinity Broadcasting Network and many others facets of ministry.

Further extending her ministry, in 2002 Judy established the "Press...Push...Pursue" Women's Conference, and the International Institute of Mentoring designed to train, equip, instruct and impart into women who are called to minister. She has also authored a variety of Christian publications such as: Christian magazine articles, devotions and her soon-to-be released book from Charisma House Publishing.

As a wife and mother of two, Judy understands the everyday challenges and trials women face in trying to balance ministry and family. Through experiences, she has learned that living a Christ-centered life is vital to living victoriously. This explosive ministry encourages audiences out of their comfort zone, to seek the power to walk in the authority and the boldness of God and experience the complete fulfillment He wants for each of their lives.

Guest Speakers

Pastor Steve Alessi
Born in Lakeland, Florida, Steve Alessi was raised in a preacher's home and was called into ministry at the age of 19, when Benny Hinn prophesied of God's anointing on his life. A graduate of Coral Park Senior High School, he pursued his education at Southeastern University and graduated in 1984 with a B.A. in Pastoral Ministries and a Minor in Biblical Studies. In May of 2005, he received his Doctrine of Divinity from Faith Christian University in Orlando, Florida. He is presently ordained with the Full Gospel Fellowship in Dallas Texas. In 1987 he met and married his wife, Mary, and after serving along side his parents, John & Ann Alessi, as an Assistant Pastor at Grace Church of Kendall, in 1997 he founded Metro Life Church, a vibrant growing church in Doral.

Today, Steve Alessi is a pastor who has a passion for communicating God's word through compelling yet relevant teaching methods. His practical preaching style has been instrumental to the restoration of countless families and marriages, a ministry that is very close to his own heart. In addition, Pastor Steve and Mary together have founded Mercy House, a residential program for troubled teens. Through Mercy House, girls and young women are offered a safe, Christ-centered environment where they receive structure, counseling and emotional support.

Pastor Mary Alessi
Mary Alessi's talents range from Mother, Pastor's Wife, Worship Leader, Songwriter (www.MaryAlessi.com), Teacher and Musician. Her background stems from a rich ministry beginning while being raised in the church and on the evangelistic field. She has been in full-time ministry since 1987 as Music Director and Worship Leader and presently is ordained with the Full Gospel Fellowship in Dallas Texas. Since 2001, she has released three worship projects: "Whatever it Takes," "More," and "When Women Worship." She and her husband, Steve, are the proud parents of four beautiful children. Today, she proudly serves as co-Pastor with her husband at Metro Life Church.

Dr. Wes Tuttle
As an accomplished worship leader, musician, teacher, and songwriter Wes Tuttle's gifts have offered him opportunities to minister in many places around the world. His songs have been recorded by influential worship leaders such as Judy Jacobs, Don Moen, Paul Wilbur, Bob Fitts, Robin Mark, John Chisum, Aline Barros, and Juanita Bynum. He is also a featured lecturer/clinician with Integrity Music's Seminars4Worship and the Integrity Worship Institute.

Wes is an ordained minister and holds an A.A. in Music and a B.A. in Religion from Emmanuel College. He holds an M.A. in Counseling from Liberty University and a M.A.R. with a concentration in Cross-cultural studies from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary.

He received his Doctor of Ministry degree from Liberty Baptist Theological Seminary after having completed his doctoral thesis entitled, A Strategy for Identifying the Necessary Elements of a Worship Studies Program. He has also been awarded an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from Emmanuel Bible Institute in Kota, Rajasthan (North India) in recognition of his participation in cross-cultural ministry and his commitment to the fulfillment of the Great Commission and world evangelization.

Wes serves as the worship pastor at River Oaks Community Church in Clemmons, NC where he resides with his wife, Bernee, and two sons, Joseph and Benjamin.

Registration Information

COST: $509 per couple (includes) 2 unforgettable nights Luxurious 2 bedroom suite 2 full course buffet meals and all conference materials	LOCATION: River Stone Resort & Spa 212 Dollywood Lane Pigeon Forge, Tennessee 37863 www.riverstoneresort.com
Note: Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.

Click here to register online.

Register By Phone

Download a Registration Form
Download and print the Stay Close Marriage Encounter registration form. Mail your completed form with your check or credit card information to the address listed below.

Stay Close Marriage Encounter Registration Form (pdf, 180Kb)

Mail Registration Form To
     His Song Ministries
     P.O. Box 4700
     Cleveland, TN 37320-4700

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