Retreats

REST Retreats are three-day events designed to create a pause from the stress, pressure, and frantic pace of life in ministry. 

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2026 Retreats Coming Soon!

We are prayerfully preparing our 2026 Anapauo Retreats and are excited to share that dates have been set, with retreat locations currently being finalized. Additional locations will be announced as they are confirmed. If you’re interested in attending, we invite you to go ahead and fill out our interest form. Completing the form does not commit you to attend, but it will ensure you’re the first to receive updates as locations and registration details become available. We look forward to gathering with you for rest, renewal, and meaningful connection in 2026!

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2026 Retreat Dates

  • April 16-18

    Oak Island, NC

  • May 28-30

    Black Mountain, NC

  • June 25-27

    TBD, OK

  • July 23-25

    Black Mountain, NC

  • August 13-15

    TBD, VT

  • September 17-19

    TBD, ID

  • October 15-17

    Nags Head, NC

Itinerary

Anapauo is the Greek word for rest – it means to relax, refresh, and gain relief from the toil of life. At our events, you will enjoy fellowship with other ministry leaders, encouragement in ministry life, and biblical teaching that renews your spirit for Kingdom work. Our desire is that these three days of REST will have a lasting impact on the lives and ministries of those who attend.

Dress Code: Anapauo retreats are designed to create an atmosphere of rest and relaxation. Be comfortable and dress casually. However, those who are planning to golf will need a shirt with a collar and shorts/pants that are not blue jeans.

  • 12pm Lunch

    1:30-3:00pm Introduction & Session 1

    3:00-6:00pm Leisure Time

    6:00pm Dinner

    7:30-9:00pm Session 2

  • 9:00am Breakfast

    10:00-11:30am Session 3

    12:00-6:00pm Off-site Lunch &Leisure Time

    7:00pm Dinner

    8:00pm Wrap Up Session & Activity

  • 10:00am Breakfast & Check Out

We are blessed by the kindness and generosity of our ministry partners who invest in the lives and well-being of pastors, ministry leaders, and their spouses. Because of your generosity, we are able to provide needed resources and events at no cost to our attendees.

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