Free Pastor's Retreat

I'm working on a ministry that would give pastor's some time away from their flock in a private, restful setting.

I envision some private cabins, and a main lodge in a secluded setting.

Daily prayer services and prayer training, or information would be available.

Pastor's would arrive by car on a Monday and depart on Thursday or Firday.

All food would be furnished.

The purpose of this is to give pastor's some time away and not let it be a burden on them or their congregation.

I would appreciate any thoughts, comments, or suggestions.

Thanks.

 

The concept was brought to me from some very experienced pastors during a discussion of ministers leaving the pulpit.

It would be a way for them to leave their "troubles" somewhere and relax.

Thanks for your input.

 

We are just starting to look at various fund raising concepts. I'm an SBC pastor, as are the others on our Board of Directors. They pastor churches, and I have a prayer ministry.

We believe that we will be able to get inital and ongoing funding through the church networks. We are alos looking at possibilities of paid stayes for some to support the other part. Lot's of possibilites.

We are looking at starting small (6 cottages) and subsequently growing to accomodate wives and families in the future.

I really appreciate you taking your time to reply.

 

Thanks. I will investigate.

 

Thanks very much for your reply.

We have looked at SHORE and will be using some of their ideas.

I appreciate your response.

 

We may have a provision for some payment. Maybe one part helps pay for another.

However, the overall idea is for a pastor to come for a visit and not have a "worry" of any costs associated with his stay.

I think it will evolve into family stays, which would have low rates for affordability.

Thanks for your comments.