Golden sunrise over a tranquil alpine lake with soft morning mist
STAGE TWO OF THE JOURNEY

REFOCUS

Get Clear.

Rest creates space. Refocusing helps you recognize what deserves your attention before you return.

RECONNECT HERE

You were never meant to do ministry alone.

Life in ministry requires a community, and we certainly lean on ours. Following four days at one of our retreats, The Pastor's Refuge offers ongoing support and encouragement through our Encounter Connections.

Encounter Connections are small groups of 6–8 people who meet virtually once a month over four months to learn, relate, and reconnect.

Together we will learn skills necessary to flourish in ministry and encourage each other on the journey.

Pastors and spouses connecting and painting together during an Encounter retreat activity
Encounter Connections

Ongoing community that carries the retreat forward.

  • Small groups of 6–8 ministry leaders
  • Virtual meetings, once a month
  • A four-month experience of growth & encouragement
Retreat guest smiling while painting a sunset canvas during an Encounter creative session
KIND WORDS
“Being in the ministry always demands our time, emotions and energy. The Pastor's Refuge is my place to get revived, restored and connect so we know we don't have to do life alone!”

Chris

Encounter Church, TX

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BECAUSE OF YOU

Your generosity makes rest possible.

Because of your continued support, The Pastor's Refuge is able to provide the One Day Sabbatical and all of our unique retreats free of charge for our pastors.

Sponsor a pastor's four-day retreat or learn more about how you can help us serve 500 ministry leaders by 2028.