You’re Worth the Investment: Why Echo Weekend Is a Holy Yes

Let’s get honest for a second.

Most Christian women have been taught to invest in everyone else.

We pour into our families.
We show up for church.
We give our time, energy, and love—without question.

But when it comes to investing in ourselves?
Our growth.
Our calling.
Our training?

That’s where we pause.

Why?

Because deep down, we don’t just wonder if it’s wise—we wonder if it’s allowed.

The Mindset Shift You Need Right Now

We’ve confused sacrifice with self-neglect.

We’ve been taught that being “humble” means putting ourselves last.

But humility is not the same as hesitation.
And obedience is not the same as overextending yourself for others while ignoring what God wants to do in you.

You are allowed to invest in the gift God placed inside of you.

In fact, not only are you allowed—you’re called to steward it.

Echo Weekend Isn’t a Luxury—It’s Obedience

You don’t need another conference with cool merch and nice messages.
You need training.
You need feedback.
You need a space to sharpen what’s already inside of you.

Echo Weekend is a 3-day preaching and speaking intensive for women who are called to communicate the Gospel—and want to do it well.

It’s not for the perfect. It’s not for the polished.
It’s for the willing.

And yes, it costs something.

“But I’ve Never Spent This Much on Myself…”

We get it. The cost of Echo Weekend is $1297, plus travel and lodging.

For many women, it’s the biggest investment they’ve ever made in themselves.

But that’s not a red flag—it’s a wake-up call.
One that asks:

“Why do I believe everyone else is worth investing in… but not me?”

Because let’s be real.
We’ll spend hundreds on vacations, wardrobes, or our kids’ extracurriculars.
But when it’s our calling? Our purpose? Our voice?

Suddenly, it feels excessive.

What Happens When Women Say Yes

Here’s what happens when you decide to believe you’re worth it:

“Between my family and the ministry I serve with, my entire trip was paid for. People were happy to invest once they knew what it was for.”
— Stephanie Aratea

“I posted on social media with my Venmo and the story behind why I wanted to attend. People I didn’t even know supported me. I knew God was in it.”
— Mackenzie Fox

“I felt like I had to do it all on my own—but that was fear talking. When I finally asked, God used the exact people I needed. Down to the day before Echo, He provided.”
— Sarah Joy Criddle

“I baked cakes and sold them. I used what I had and God met me there. The second time I applied, a friend paid for my ticket entirely. And I used what I raised to sponsor someone else!”
— Ligia Andrade

“A speaker at my church asked how she could pray for me. I said, ‘I feel called to preach but don’t know what to do.’ She said, ‘I have a friend who trains women to preach—I’ll sponsor you.’”
— Danielle Roybal

Every one of these women had the same thoughts you might be having:
“Can I really ask for help?”
“Will anyone think this is worth supporting?”
“Can God really provide for this?”

The answer was yes.

This Isn’t Just About Money—It’s About Faith

Saying yes to Echo is more than an investment.
It’s a faith step.

It’s choosing to believe:

• That God didn’t make a mistake calling you
• That training is part of obedience
• That provision will follow when you move in faith

You don’t need to have it all figured out.
You just need to believe enough to start.

Still Nervous? We’ve Got You.

We created a resource just for you:
8 Creative Ways to Raise Support for Echo Weekend

It’s packed with:

• Fundraising ideas
• How to talk to your pastor, boss, or friends
• Real examples from women who made it work
• Tips to keep your faith strong while you fundraise

We believe God provides for what He calls you to do.

And this weekend? It’s part of your calling.

Give Yourself Permission

This is your permission slip.
To grow.
To get equipped.
To believe that what’s in you is worth developing.

You’ve invested in everyone else.
Now it’s your turn.

Echo Weekend
October 2–5, 2025 | Dallas, TX

Here’s to becoming the woman you want to be!

Amie, Founder of Let’s Echo