Girlfriends By Choice
A Christ-centered social club for “Second Lifer” Women  in South Florida

 

If you’re ready for your second chapter to be filled with faith, friendship, laughter, wellness, and real connection—this is your tribe.

 Dinners. Brunch. Coffee dates. Girls’ nights. Travel. Workshops. Self-care. Sisterhood.

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.

Who Are You?

If you are a Christian woman and you…

  • Love God (or want to)
  • Are a “Second Lifer” woman
  • Live between Ft. Lauderdale and Palm Beach
  • Love girls’ nights and intimate gatherings
  • Enjoy dinners, brunches, and coffee with real friends
  • Would love cooking lessons, spa time, and wellness experiences
  • Love travel and meaningful experiences
  • Want personal growth and uplifting, inspirational connection
  • Want fun friends who will actually cheer you on

Then GF’s By Choice is for you.

 

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.

Become a Year Round Founder! Become a Snow Bird Founder! (3 months/yr minimum)

Great things are coming for those who join us!

What This Is

GF’s By Choice is a Social Club for “Second Lifer” women who are saying YES to:

God. Ourselves. Extreme Self-Care. Well-being. Joy. Meaningful conversations + relationships. Lots of Laughter. Fun. A FULL Life.

We’ll meet for dinners, brunch, coffee and more. Venues will change, but the vibe will not. This is where you walk in and instantly feel like you belong.

 

Why Now

Life happens. And as Christian “Second Lifer” women, we’ve given to everyone else for years.
Now it’s your turn.
You matter. You are important. And how you live your life—how much you enjoy your life—shows the world how truly blessed you are.

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.

With whom you surround yourself impacts your life. Why not choose girlfriends with the same values and joy for living?

Become a FOUNDER and enjoy privileges like:

• Locked-in pricing for life
• Founder-only events
• Founder pricing for all events
• Early-bird sign ups
• Opportunities to host dinners, lunches, brunches
• One private lunch or dinner with Steph (spiritual guidance, coaching, or just socializing)
• VIP seating when applicable
• And more to be revealed
 
IMPORTANT DEADLINE: After March 31, 2026, prices will go up.

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.

LOCKED-IN FOR LIFE (Until March 31, 2026)

Year-Round Founders: $67/month
Snow Bird Founders: $87/month (3-month minimum per year)

PRICING WILL INCREASE AFTER MARCH 31, 2026

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.

Mission Statement for Girlfriends By Choice

At Girlfriends By Choice, we are a vibrant community of Christian women dedicated to embracing life’s second chapters through friendship, faith, and fun. 

Our mission is to cultivate a warm, supportive environment where women can connect, uplift each other, and flourish in their spiritual and personal journeys. 

We strive to:

  • Foster Authentic Connections: Encourage meaningful relationships built on trust, laughter, and shared experiences.
  • Promote Wellbeing: Support each other in health, wellness, and self-care, integrating faith-based principles into our everyday lives.
  • Celebrate Joy: Create opportunities for fun, laughter, and memorable moments that enrich our lives and deepens our bonds.
  • Empower Through Faith: Inspire and uplift through Christ-centered activities, helping each woman grow closer to God and her purpose.

Together, we aim to sparkle in faith and friendship, navigating the joys and challenges of life with grace and gratitude.

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.

Become a Year Round Founder! Become a Snow Bird Founder! (3 months/yr minimum)

Girlfriends By Choice Bylaws (Our Culture)
This is a Christ-centered social club where Gospel values guide how we treat ourselves and others.

  1. First and foremost, this is a Christ-centered social club where Gospel values are our guidelines for our interpersonal interactions, how we treat ourselves and others.
  2. We believe the Jesus is the Son of God, our Savior.
  3. We are comprised of “Second Lifers.” We are empty nesters, beginning a new phase in life physically, emotionally, spiritually and/or intellectually. 
  4. We treat everyone with dignity and respect understanding that all human beings are created in the image and likeness of God.
  5. We are a “no judgment” club. We are here to encourage, uplift, support and have fun with each other.
  6. Gossip is not allowed. Problems with another person or our events should only be discussed with Steph. Admins will handle these situations.
  7. When we gather, our space, regardless of where, is sacred, and safe. We are a sanctuary from the outside world.
  8. Most importantly, you are here to have fun with some learning and a little growing.

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.

FAQ 

Q: What kind of events will you host?
A: Dinners, brunches, coffee meetups, girls’ nights, wellness experiences, workshops, travel opportunities, and more.

Q: Do I have to be “super religious”?
A: No. We are Christ-centered, but you’re welcome if you love God or want to.

Q: What’s a Snow Bird membership?
A: For women who live elsewhere part of the year but spend at least 3 months in South Florida annually.

Q: Is this a church group?
A: It’s a social club with Christian values—friendship, community, and experiences first, with faith at the center.

Meet Steph Palermo

Steph is a gifted intuitive life coach, international speaker and a published author. Steph is a master catechist, trained in the charismatic gifts and a former radio talk show host. She has written three books, lived and owned a restaurant in Sicily, Italy.

Upon returning to the U.S., Steph settled in Delray Beach, rekindled her faith in Jesus and narrowed her focused to serve “Second Lifer” Christian Women through channeled coaching, workshops and speaking.

Because Steph believes that enjoying the life given to us by God pleases Him, Steph has founded Girlfriends By Choice, a “Second Lifer” Christian Women’s social club. GFBC offers fun opportunities for members to enjoy and support one another at dinners, lunches, brunches, spa days, wellness events, girls’ weekends and more!

“Everybody has two lives. The second one begins when you realize you only have one.”

IP Certified Trainer

Become a Founding Sister: Only 50 Spots Available at $67/mo.