Testimonies from our Brides

"My experience with The Bride of Christ was transformational. Living a life of trauma and abuse, I have struggled my whole life with my self worth and feeling not good enough. The messages I've heard all my life play on repeat in my head and are a source of torment from the enemy often blocking the development of my relationship with my Savior. Going through the Bride of Christ encounter allowed me to be treated like I was valuable, worthy, beautiful, and seen. And, it wasn't just by the ladies in the room caring for my every need, but the messages allowed me to see that this is how He sees me, too. Then it culminated in the most beautiful experience that encapsulated the whole time together in the most perfect way. I would highly recommend any woman going through the Bride of Christ encounter if she wants a life altering experience with Christ."

- Lori W.

"The Bride of Christ Encounter has forever opened my eyes to the amazing and overwhelming love that Jesus has for those who love Him. And in ways that I've never experienced before. It is evident that Caren Apple has spent a great deal of time studying and investigating Jewish culture and traditions.

I strongly recommend going through these incredible Encounter, they will truly help you understand the depth of love our Father has for us and why He did what He did and the sacrifice He alone gave to all of those who love His beloved Son. These truths will forever change your life.

I could write so much about my experience but none of it would express all that the Lord revealed throughout it. Al I can say is that it must be experienced firsthand. Though I can't share anything with you because I'm not supposed to give anything away, I will say, that you do NOT want to miss the Jewish ceremony on the fourth Encounter. You'll never see Jesus the same way."

- Danielle Seykoski

"The Bride of Christ Encounters impacted me at a season of my life that can only be described as God's perfect timing. This is truly a ministry of love, It is a time of being pampered in an atmosphere created with attention given to every detail. The decorations, table settings, delicious food and service were all an intentional act of love.

I was invited to this Encounter shortly after my husband had gone home to be with the Lord. I didn't realize just how much I needed this in my life; it was such a special experience as they showed the loving heart of our Father in such a tangible way. I was loved, encouraged, and ministered to with the Presence of the Holy Spirit.

Even a timely prophecy was given me during the Jewish Ceremony that clearly and with great detail addressed the major change that I was in the process of making that very week! This was confirmation that God was directing my path and Jesus was walking with me.

Being ministered to through the Bride of Christ was such a precious time of refreshing, replenishing, and renewal. It is now my privileged to give back a small portion of the blessing that I received as I will be returning as a Bridesmaid next year."

- Joann Priest

"Thank you for praying over every lady that went through this experience. Thank you for being led by the Holy Spirit in all things. We are all the betrothed to our Bridegroom, Jesus who only sees our perfection."

- Melissa Chapman

"Beloved sisters in Christ, thank you to the amazing team for serving us with such honor and care. It's been life-changing. The extravagance and detail truly displayed the Father's heart, thank you!"

- Jamie M.

"Thank you all so much for an amazing experience full of laughter, tears, joy and sisterhood. I have met so many amazing girls and learned so much. The final ceremony was probably the most fulfilling spiritually and closest I have ever felt to Him. Endless love."

- Anne Bilicki

"Thank you so much for this opportunity and for the blessing you've given us by serving us as we've walked through this experience with Yeshua! I know now how much He values and loves me more than ever before."

- Dominique Levinson

"I have never felt so close to God my whole life than I was going through this Encounter experience. Every step I took I had Jesus by my side!!! The Bridesmaids that catered to all of us were amazing!! My love for Jesus grew so much stronger this day!!"

- Audrey D. | 2021
Audrey went home to be with the Lord in early 2022. We were blessed to have known her here on earth and cannot wait to see her again in all her perfection.

"When I first heard about the Bride of Christ Encounter, I was excited, but doubts crept in. The enemy tried to stop me with thoughts like, "You can't get off work," or "You already know everything about Jesus." Thankfully, I pushed through and signed up, and I know that was God moving!

Caren's teachings on the culture of Jesus’ time opened my eyes to His immense love for us. Learning about the steps a young man took to pursue his bride, and how Christ loves His church as our Bridegroom, was life-changing! It made me want to dive deeper into the history, the traditions, and Jesus’ love for His bride—the church.

This encounter reignited my passion for learning, studying, and loving like Jesus. I loved it so much that I’m returning as a Bridesmaid to serve others and experience it through their eyes. Each time is unique, led by the Holy Spirit, and I can’t recommend it enough. You won’t regret a moment!"

- Tina Musto

"Caren, you are such a precious woman of God. Your love and encouragement have brought me through a very dark valley. When I was going through the Bride of Christ Encounter, I was desperately trying to find words of hope and affirmation to get through those dark days. The words you said and the words you wrote were my lifeline to Jesus. He used you in a mighty way to let me know that He was still there in the midst of all the pain. You reminded me that I was His beautiful bride even when I was feeling like I was an outcast. Your words reminded me that even though circumstances in this world can make you feel broken and unloved, the amazing, precious love of Jesus was always there. I am so thankful that you are my friend and I am looking forward to ministering with you in the future as a bridesmaid. Thank you for allowing Jesus to use you to remind us of who we really are. Much love to you."

- Nancy Stanfill

Overall, the Bride of Christ Encounter was one that I've never experienced before. The most impactful

thing I believe, is that I knew the Lord loved me, but I didn't realize how much He was IN LOVE with me, and how much He was in the details in pursuing me as His own bride!

I believe every type of the 5 love languages can be experienced through this Encounter. And of course, the food was great!

I can't wait to be a part of this amazing ministry, so I can help serve others who will be experiencing this.

-Stephanie Belim

This was such a special and unique time set aside for me to focus on my relationship with my heavenly Father and my Bridegroom, Jesus. I also enjoyed getting to know other brides. No one was in a hurry and I felt very pampered by the bridesmaids who would not let me do anything but relax and enjoy the company of other brides I was sitting with.

I found the whole experience very relaxing and rejuvenating. The best part for me was how much our Father and our Bridegroom, Jesus, made it very clear that they have loved me since the beginning of time and how much they are very much in my everyday life.

Sharon Hillman