2025 Pastors Retreat

Dates & Cost:

• November 5 - 7

• $200 Per Pastor

*If you find that attending would be prohibited due to finances you may reach out in confidence to Rev. Casey Carbone.

**Due to the nature of this retreat and the topics covered, participation is limited to pastors only (not open to partners at this time).

(Registration is Closed)

It’s good to get away—away from the noise, the demands, the constant hum of a world that rarely pauses. Sometimes we retreat to learn, to grow. But other times, we step back not to gain more knowledge or complete another task, but to simply be. To unplug. To set aside the compulsion to produce and perform. In that sacred pause, we reconnect—with ourselves, with creation, with the Spirit that has been present all along, waiting quietly for us to notice.

That’s what this year’s pastor retreat is really about—taking an intentional pause. It’s a chance to break the rhythm of consuming and performing, and instead simply be—to dwell in the presence of something spiritual, something sacred. In the midst of all that swirls around us—news headlines, deadlines, personal demands—don’t we all long for a moment to pause? To breathe? To remember that we are more than the expectations that we and others place upon ourselves?

We hope you’ll consider joining us for this year’s clergy retreat. If you’ve spoken with those who attended last year, I’m sure they’ve already shared what a blessing it was—a time of renewal, connection, and grace. And for a retreat focused on grounding (or perhaps re-grounding) ourselves, what better setting than Mercy by the Sea, nestled along the Long Island Sound—a place where land meets water, and stillness invites us in.

*Check-in will likely begin around 3 pm.

Mercy by the Sea

167 Neck Road
Madison, CT 06443-0191

“Mercy by the Sea believes in the sacred nature of the individual and all of creation. Our programs, retreats and events encourage individuals to listen into and trust the still inner voice. From that place deep longings, creative imagination and fledgling efforts in service of a greater good can emerge, be nurtured and spread in the world.”

(Coming Soon!)

Due to an unexpected circumstances, Cami Twilling will be unable to join us for our November retreat. But have no fear! Angela and Tami have worked hard to gather an amazing pair who will be stepping in. More information about them will be shared soon.

In the wake of the anger or despair you may be feeling in response to current events, these retreat leaders may be exactly what you need to soothe and heal your soul as you continue in your ministry work.