 Our Vision Statement is: “Strengthening our churches with timely resources that strengthen their leaders.” One of the resources we offer to member churches is an annual retreat for your pastor and his wife. We are in the middle of retreat season, as the Nebraska retreat is held in January, the Saskatchewan retreat in February, and the Manitoba retreat in March. These retreats are just a couple of days together, but we believe they are an extremely valuable ministry to pastors and pastoral couples. Along with meals together, there are sessions where we explore areas of ministry or potential challenges to ministry together. There are opportunities to discuss challenges and victories with a group of peers. There is free time to rest and do whatever helps one recharge. The task of shepherding a congregation can be lonely, isolating, and draining, even when it seems that the pastor is doing fine. These retreats offer a chance to share the burdens of ministry with others who can truly relate, and who genuinely care. They are also a great opportunity to rejoice together in the victories, and to share ideas about how each ministry can be improved. Friendships have formed during these retreats. Acquaintances and colleagues have become confidants and prayer partners.
Each FEBC church should encourage pastors to attend. We realize the cost of these retreats can seem difficult, particularly for the churches who are farther away, but the FEBC has set aside funds to help pay the costs for these trips. We encourage every pastor to participate.
To learn more about our retreats, contact our Ministries Coordinator, Rev. Gary Krehbiel. [email protected] Check out a more complete list of resources here: FEBC Church Resources but remember that we are willing to talk about any situation at all. Don’t hesitate to contact Gary, Kevin, or the FEBC Office. Tags:
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2/4/2026
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