2023 Retreat Guides
Collection of retreat guides produced in 2023.
The guides below were created in 2023 and are available for you to use as you wish.
Retreat Guides
Every retreat is different, but you can always expect to spend time in scripture, reflecting on some questions, and time for rest between. We want you to take the time at your own pace, whether your retreat is 4 or 8 or 24 hours. Many also include poems, songs, prayers, and writings from faithful women and men of the past. May they be a blessing to you.
February
Retreat with a variety of reflective practices (journaling, lectio divina, and poetry) that help you care for yourself, focused on Matthew 11:28-30.
February 2023
March
Retreat focused on embodying Christ's mission with reflection on Luke 10
March 2023
April
Retreat and reflection on the resurrection story and Luke 10. Practices include taking a walk, spending time in scripture, listening to worship songs, and observing God's creation.
April 2023
May
Spend time walking with Jesus like those on the road to Emmaus in Luke 24. You'll practice examen, a guided meditation, and worship.
May 2023
July
Art-led retreat guide using John 15 imagery. You'll have space for musical worship, guided meditations, and a self reflection exercise.
July 2023
August
Practice waiting with God as you spend time in Romans 8, going slowly through several times of reflection and worship.
August 2023
September
Take time to go deep with God in Psalm 42 through art, lectio divina, and worship.
September 2023
November
Consider how you're developing in Christ's character through Philippians 2. The guide includes imaginative prayer, lectio divina, examen, and worship.
November 2023
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About the authors
The Spiritual Formation team has a national team, as well as about 35-50 practitioners serving in regions throughout the country. Some of us are generalists, some are specialists (like spiritual directors or pilgrimage leaders), many serve in staff director roles— but all of us are focused on formation. We help mostly staff, but also students, tend to their souls and the Lord’s presence there. We believe that who we are becoming in Christ shapes the work that we do.