2025 Pastors’ Wives Retreat

Pastors' wives of the MN South District are invited to the upcoming 2025 MN South Pastors' Wives Retreat—an encouraging and refreshing time of connection, rest, and spiritual growth. This year’s retreat will take place from the evening of Friday, October 3rd through midday Saturday, October 4th, at the HomeTown Inn & Suites in Belle Plaine, MN (331 E Enterprise Dr., Belle Plaine, MN; 952-873-6017).

Come enjoy fellowship with other pastors’ wives and be inspired by our keynote speaker, Terrell Clemmons, Executive Editor of Salvo magazine, as she shares a timely and thought-provoking message titled “Loving the LORD (and your Neighbor) with your Mind.”

Clemmons brings a unique blend of intellect, warmth, and personal testimony to her work in Christian apologetics. With a background in computer science and years of experience writing and speaking on Christian worldview topics, she invites listeners into a deeper understanding of what it means to live faithfully and think clearly in today’s world. Her journey from cultural Christianity to a reasoned and vibrant Lutheran articulation of the faith equips her to speak on issues of Christian living and apologetics, as she had done in her role as the executive editor of Salvo magazine.

To help you prepare for the retreat, here are some things to keep in mind:  

·       To officially kick off our event, Friday dinner will be provided for all participants free of additional charge, starting in the hotel’s conference room at 6:00 pm.

·       Friday evening social hour and fellowship time will round out our first evening together after Vespers: bring a snack to share, your swimsuit for the hot tub or pool, board or card games for like-minded folks, or just take the time to chat!

·       Saturday morning: A complimentary continental breakfast is provided by the hotel. If you are an early riser and want to enjoy a pre-retreat walk, there is usually a group that heads out for a brief stroll (at 7:30 am, or as determined by the group).

 We look forward to seeing you at this year’s retreat for an opportunity to hear God’s Word with fellow women of the MN South District and encourage one another in our unique role in the Church. You won’t want to miss this opportunity to be equipped for ministry and everyday life.

Remember to bring the following: Bible, Friday pm snack to share as well as board games, cards, swimsuit, walking shoes (for those interested).

NOTE: If you are aware of any MNS clergy wife or fiancée (active or retired) who may not have received this invitation, please pass on this information to her.

Any questions can be directed to Mrs. Kristen Einertson and Mrs. Veronica Faye at mnspastorswives@gmail.com.

cost

2-day retreat: Friday, Oct 3 evening and Saturday, Oct 4 - Double occupancy: $85

2-day retreat: Friday, Oct 3 evening and Saturday, Oct 4 - Private room: $130

2-day retreat Friday: Oct 3 evening and Saturday, Oct 4 – Provided lunch, no hotel: $45

1-day retreat: Saturday, October 4 (8:30 am – 3:00 pm) – Provided Lunch, no hotel: $40

Late fee for registration after September 12th: $15