RETREATS
Rest in Christ and Return Renewed
Jesus regularly withdrew from ministry to commune with the Father (Luke 5:16). We dare not presume we do not need a similar pattern of nurturing relationship with our Father by retreating from ministry activity.
In a world that idolizes productivity and results, retreating is a step of faith—releasing control, receiving God’s care, and remembering that ministry doesn’t run on self-effort, but flows from a soul anchored in Christ.
Whether you need quiet space for solitude, a guided time of spiritual renewal, or a retreat for your ministry team, OakHaven welcomes you to rest in Christ and be restored for faithful service.
🌿 Planning Your Retreat
We know how busy ministry life can be. That’s why we’ve made it easy to step away and be refreshed. Whether you’re coming alone or with a team, we’ll help you prepare a retreat that truly meets your needs and honors the Lord.
Here’s how to get started:
1. Choose your retreat type
Personal space, guided time, or a team retreat—we offer different levels of support based on what will serve you best.
2. Fill out the interest form
Let us know what you’re looking for. It only takes a few minutes and helps us prayerfully plan with you.
3. We will follow up with you
We’ll contact you to personalize your retreat by clarifying your hopes, answering your questions, and preparing you (or your team) for a meaningful time.
Personal Retreat Space
For pastors, ministry leaders, or anyone needing quiet space to be with the Lord. Our retreat space includes comfortable indoor options and peaceful outdoor gardens designed to help you slow down and reset. Request a date and enjoy unhurried time with God.
"Dan is the most masterful retreat planner. He is extremely organized and thoughtful to ensure the contents are relevant and biblically-centered. His pastoral heart also extends to his concern for all those who are in his care."
— Janet H., OakHaven retreat attendee
Guided Personal Retreats
Sometimes we need help entering rest. Guided retreats include personalized spiritual direction, prompts for reflection, and gentle structure to help you listen to the Lord. Whether you're discerning a next step, recovering from ministry fatigue, or simply needing to be re-centered in Christ, we’ll walk with you as you reconnect with God’s presence and purpose for your life.
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Word-centered Reflection
Discerning Next Steps
Resting in Christ
Battling Ministry Burnout
Navigating Transition
Facing Discouragement
Reorienting Priorities
Strengthening Marriage
… and much more! Let us know which topic interests you.
“I have attended many solitude retreats over the years facilitated by Pastor Dan, and have found them to be a place where I found spiritual rest. Amidst my hectic life, I find it refreshing to be among a handful of believers who intentionally seek time away to be with Jesus. You will find the resources provided, whether they are from books or from Scripture itself, draw your soul into intimate communion with the Lord. I also find that sharing with other participants at the end enriches the experience and testify that our Lord speaks to us in very unique ways.”
— Paul, missionary serving in SE Asia
Ministry Team Retreats
Ministry teams need more than strategy—they need space to seek the Lord together. At OakHaven, we offer peaceful, intentional retreats for staff and leadership teams to pause, pray, and plan in a Christ-centered environment. When your team grows in unity and spiritual alignment, your whole church flourishes in health and faithfulness. Whether discerning a new ministry season or addressing fatigue, we’ll help you create a time that is both restful and renewing.
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Refreshment in Christ
Growing together as a team
Cultivating sustainable rhythms of rest
Developing a culture of one-another care
Habits for abiding in Christ
… and much more! We can customize a retreat for your ministry team.
"OakHaven retreats have been tremendously fruitful for our entire counseling team and for me personally. Dan and Vera, like any good counselors, begin by helping us understand our hearts and lives through the lens of gospel grace. While self-awareness can sometimes bring feelings of guilt and shame, their focus on grace keeps us from getting discouraged, allowing us to reflect on our lives with clarity and hope. They refreshed us through times of Scripture meditation and personal discussions that helped us connect truth to life. I highly recommend OakHaven retreats for your team to cultivate rest through hope-filled self-assessment, Christ-centered meditation, and practical tools for building life rhythms that keep Christ at the center."
— Tim St. John, counseling pastor, Lighthouse Community Church, Torrance, CA