Clergy Care Retreats

A virtual retreat centered on clergy self-care – and led by South Carolina clergy and lay experts – is scheduled for April 22. It is free and open to all clergy in the South Carolina Conference, but registration is required. Click here to register. Personal Healing in a Broken World Rescheduled from March 18 There […]

Rev. Hudson A one-day, in-person retreat centered on clergy self-care – and led by South Carolina clergy and lay experts – is scheduled for April 29 at Camp Kinard's Coastal Retreat. It is open to all clergy in the South Carolina Conference, but registration is required. Registration fee is $25, which includes lunch. Click here […]

Rev. Dr. Lee A one-day, in-person retreat centered on clergy self-care – and led by South Carolina clergy and lay experts – is scheduled for May 13 at Camp Kinard in Batesburg-Leesville. It is open to all clergy in the South Carolina Conference, but registration is required. Registration fee is $25, which includes lunch. Click […]

Followers of Christ, Before Leaders for Christ Zoom Retreat Leaders: Rev. Dr. Anthony Hodge and Rev. Ken Owens, both certified spiritual directors Date/Time: October 7, 7-8:30 p.m. Rev. Dr. Hodge, superintendent of the Rock Hill District, will lead discussion on Christ's inviting the disciples to come, follow him, and the odd situations that puts a […]

Navigating Clergy Bereavement Overload Zoom Retreat Leader: Rev. Miriam Mick, pastor of Aldersgate UMC and Inman UMC Date/Time: October 12, 10-11:30 a.m. While the Divine sometimes affords us a bubble of grace from which to do our public work, at times when the losses and funerals pile up, it becomes too much. While we want […]

Our Mental Health: Let's Talk About It Zoom Retreat Leader: Alethia King, licensed professional counselor Date/Time: October 14, 6:30-8 p.m. We will be defining what mental health is and why it is important. We will be discussing signs and symptoms that need to be addressed. Resources will be provided. We will have a question and […]

Practicing the Presence of God Zoom Retreat Leader: Marla Fuller Date/Time: October 18, 2-3:30 p.m. Fuller is the minister of communication for St. Mark United Methodist Church in Seneca. She holds a master of arts in theology, with a concentration in spirituality and spiritual direction from Fuller Theological Seminary. Click here to register in advance for this virtual […]

The Whats and Whys of Spiritual Direction Zoom Retreat Leader: Rev. Kathryn Hunter, retired UMCSC elder and certified spiritual director Date/Time: October 28, 10-11:30 a.m. What is a Spiritual Director? Why would I need a Spiritual Director? Join us for a conversation about how spiritual direction works and how it may be important for your […]

Navigating Clergy Bereavement Overload Zoom Retreat Leader: Rev. Miriam Mick, pastor of Aldersgate UMC and Inman UMC Date/Time: December 9, 6-8:30 p.m. While the Divine sometimes affords us a bubble of grace from which to do our public work, at times when the losses and funerals pile up, it becomes too much. While we want […]

Why Should We Feel Powerless? Zoom Retreat Leaders: Rev. Ken Owens, retired elder and certified spiritual director, and Rev. Dr. Robin Dease, pastor of St. Andrew By-The-Sea UMC Date/Time: January 6, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Click here to register in advance for this virtual retreat. Once you register, you will receive a confirmation email containing information […]

Story Matters Zoom Retreat Leader: Toni Taylor, PCC, Clergy Care Coach Date/Time: Feb. 9, Noon- 1:30 p.m. Witness the power of story and how it promotes vulnerability, empathy, and compassion.  Join us to experience a proven, research-based storytelling approach that will build relationships and promote empathy with adults and youth. More information: tonirtaylor@coachingpathway.com. Click here […]

What is All the Hype About Mindfulness? Zoom Retreat Leader: Toni Taylor, PCC, Clergy Care Coach Date/Time: Feb. 23, Noon- 1:30 p.m. Learn how mindfulness can rewire your brain, increase your resilience, and promote self-care. When you feel stress, anxiety, overwhelm or depression, teach your mind how break the overwhelming negative thoughts; come out of […]

ClergyCare Retreat (Virtural): Discernment May 19, 2022 1-3 p.m. Facilitator:  Marla Fuller, Certified Spiritual Director As Christians and Christian professionals, we have all experienced a nudge, a call even specific guidance from God. What if we developed the holy habit of intentionally aligning ourselves and our daily lives with God’s purposes . . . even […]

A 3-Session Series (3-5 participants) July 18, August 1 & August 15 1-3 p.m. The Spiritual Direction group listens to God on behalf of each other, helping each other watch and listen for God’s activity in their individual lives. Participants remain open and available to God so that God can lead each person into the […]

A 3-Session Series (3-5 participants) July 18, August 1 & August 15 1-3 p.m. The Spiritual Direction group listens to God on behalf of each other, helping each other watch and listen for God’s activity in their individual lives. Participants remain open and available to God so that God can lead each person into the […]

A 3-Session Series (3-5 participants) July 18, August 1 & August 15 1-3 p.m. The Spiritual Direction group listens to God on behalf of each other, helping each other watch and listen for God’s activity in their individual lives. Participants remain open and available to God so that God can lead each person into the […]