Pastors, educators, and church leaders now have access to free planning guides and can also purchase retreat designs for their next event. These resources were written by Nancy Ferguson, a Presbyterian pastor and co-author of The Retreat Leader’s Manual.
Planning guides cover topics such as:
» Essentials of retreat planning
» Church retreats and faith formation
» Ideas for worship, play, and community building
The retreat designs offer a variety of options including schedules and step-by-step instructions. Additionally, teaching alternatives enable planners to adapt each retreat to the needs of its participants. With more retreat designs scheduled to be released throughout the year, the Web site now offers:
» Connecting with women in the Bible (for women)
» Reflecting on our lifelong journey with God (for older adults)
» Developing a green action plan for your congregation (for church leaders)
» Where is God leading me? (for youth)
» Exploring spiritual practices (for adults)
