In a number of my recent pastor’s seminars, participants have asked about renewal retreats.
Pastors Renewal Retreats were established by Rev Les Scarborough around 25 years ago. Each retreat group meets for three residential retreats (one a year) and a number of day meetings between residentials. Groups have around 10 members who are asked to make a covenant commitment to the process for the full three years. The purpose is for the group to become a support and growth community encouraging each member in their pastoral ministry and assisting members deal with stresses and challenges. While the retreat process is facilitated by two equipped members, much is open to the input and decision making of the group. Groups are functioning in many denominations and also across denominations in several states.
For further information and a current brochure for Victorian Renewal Retreats please follow the highlighted link. The contact person for Victorian Renewal Retreats is Diana Dow: pastors@bethtephillah.com
In Tasmania, Renewal Retreats also operate non-denominationally. The contact person for men in ministry is Rev Jeff McKinnon: jeff@deeperplace.com.au and for women is Susan Whiteley: suewhiteley@bigpond.com