What is the state of your soul? And we don’t mean saved vs. unsaved! We mean, how are you really doing at a soul level? Is your soul weary, energetic, depleted, vibrant, dry, distracted, or battered? Most likely your soul – similar to so many other leaders in church and parachurch ministry settings – is the most neglected aspect of your life! There are so many options to fill our days and we are running fast, working hard, addicted to noise and activity, and as a result we rarely stop to even consider the state of our soul – or how those around us are doing at a heart and soul level. Centered around three core spiritual disciplines of contemplative bible reading, prayer, and reflection, the purpose of a soul care retreat is to tend to and unclutter our internal space.
You’ve probably heard of taking a “mental health day” to renew the body and slow down the whirlwind of the mind. On retreat we invite you to take a “soul health day” specifically designed to renew your soul. Brief segments of the day will be spent introducing you to spiritual formation topics and practices – but the emphasis of the day will be giving you time to “unplug” from technology, step off the treadmill of activity, and let your soul slow down, decompress, and enjoy some wide open space with God.
There will be large blocks of time dedicated to silence, solitude, prayer, contemplation, and reflection. Find a quiet corner somewhere or (if the weather permits) stretch out under a tree outside where you can breathe deeply, think slowly, pray openly, and ponder the Word from a relaxed “less is more” approach. Step out of your busy life for a day and pursue refreshment and renewal for your soul. You’ll be glad you did.
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