Come be part of a beautiful day of connection, encouragement, and hope! Widows from Brenham and throughout Texas will gather for this special annual celebration of all that God is doing through Hope Gathering. Together, we’ll remind one another to take heart — knowing that God still has good things in store for us. He is always faithful to give us the courage and faith we need to move forward with anticipation. Enjoy a delicious lunch, uplifting worship, and a powerful message of Biblical truth from Spring Rutland, our keynote speaker and area coordinator of the Houston Hope Gathering Community. Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026 11:30 AM CST 4400 Hwy 105 East Spring loves Jesus and has passionately pursued Him since choosing to follow Him at an early age. Widowed at the age of 33 after losing her beloved, Charles, she knows how hard and difficult the journey is and what it’s like to find yourself in the unwanted and unexpected. But, she has also experienced the goodness of God, the hope that only can be found in Him, and the restoration and healing that at one time felt impossible. She has graduate degrees from Southwestern Seminary and University of Texas at Tyler and is a nurse, speaker, worship leader, wife to Byron, mom to a beautiful blended family of 4, daughter, sister, and friend. She currently serves the Houston Hope Gathering communities in various capacities and provides leadership support to Hope Gathering community leaders. ~ UPCOMING EVENT
Luncheon of Hope 2026
Tickets $20
“I believe that I shall look upon the goodness of the Lord in the land of the living! Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!”
Psalm 27:13-14
Meet our speaker.
Spring Rutland
