Details
We are limiting this retreat to just 12 couples.
Register online if you are interested in improving the quality of your ministry, seeking God for fresh vision for your city, and seeking connection with peers in ministry.
The cost is $600/couple.
This includes food, lodging, registration, and retreat materials.
Rural Pastors Retreat is tailored for either pastors who minister to a community of less than 10,000 people or pastor a church congregation less than 200 people.
Check-in is Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026. The retreat will conclude after lunch on Monday, July 27th, 2026.
Developing Vision
Media and Communication
Prayer and Devotional Life
Evangelism and Outreach
Recruiting Volunteers
Church Finance
Sunday Morning Worship Experience
Pastor’s Wives Session
and more…
Session Topics
SCHEDULE
The retreat schedule is designed to give you opportunity to restore your vision and passion for rural ministry, while equipping you with the tools to see growth, and provide relaxing moments to connect with peers in ministry.
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Check in will be at our retreat location in the later afternoon. In the evening you will have the chance to preview our Wednesday night activities (Life Groups, Kids, and Youth).
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Your days will be a mix of inspiring sessions from our staff, relaxation to dream, time to refresh, and connect with peers in ministry.
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After learning ministry insights in the different sessions we want you to be able to see what you heard by joining us at our Sunday services.
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Your final session will be a chance for you to share the refreshed vision and plan for your ministry before heading home after lunch.