Retreat often. Because even Jesus took time to get away.

We understand the unique challenges of serving in ministry, and how easy it is to become weary or overwhelmed. Somethings Gotta Change is committed to helping ministers, pastors, and missionaries who are feeling burned out—or want to take preventive steps to avoid burnout—find a place of rest and renewal.

Below, you’ll find an ever-growing list of retreats across the U.S., specially curated for those in ministry. Whether you’re looking for a quiet space to unplug, a family-friendly vacation rental, or a fully programmed retreat led by licensed counselors skilled in guiding ministers toward healing, we’ve got options to fit your needs.

Use these keywords in the search bar to narrow down the perfect retreat:

• Intensive Retreat

• Programmed retreats that have a schedule including daily in-depth coaching/counseling with a small group and/or individually.

• Hosted Retreat

• Retreats that are hosted by a couple or individual who are there for encouragement and are available for deeper conversations and support.

• Vacation Retreat (Solitude Retreat)

• These are places that the owners are offering full housing only for ministry workers that can be used either as vacation getaway, sabbatical rest, or or a solitude retreat.

• Activity Retreat

  • A retreat that is limited to a small group of individuals and is focused on a specific activity, generally in the outdoors (such as hunting or camping). The purpose is on connecting and intentional conversations.

• Budget-Friendly

• Retreats that are offered at a low cost or free for ministry workers

• Family-Friendly

• Kids are allowed 

• Meals Included

• Either some or all of the meals are included each day

• Cost “Key” (based on 5-7 days, some all-inclusive)*:

  • $ = $10 - $500

  • $$ = $500 - $1500

  • $$$ = $1500 - $2500

  • $$$$ = $2500+