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Maintaining a holistic approach to life & ministry through physical, emotional, and spiritual health. As a significant part of this, we are encouraging district pastors to pursue spiritual formation.
Below are resources to support the goal of maintaining a holistic approach to life and ministry through physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Check back here for more in the months to come.
What is Spiritual Direction introductory video w/ Rev. Dr. Doug Hardy
What is Spiritual Direction introductory resources from PAX
Directory of Spiritual Directors (thanks to NTS)
Breath Prayer Guide a introductory guide to breath prayers filled with 40 devotionals by Soul Shepherding
Need help beginning your spiritual direction journey?
If you are interested in spiritual direction, but would like more information, help identifying a director, or financial assistance to begin, please let us know by filling out the Spiritual Direction Interest Form.
Our denominational seminary's Center for Spiritual Formation is now open and has a wealth of resources and opportunities available.
Retreat Spaces for Pastors & Ministers
From time-to-time we hear about places that pastors can use for retreats, sermon preparation, or just to get away for restoration. Sometimes these are offered at a discounted rate for those in ministry. Other times, we've just found them to be a meaningful and sacred space. If you know of such a place within our district, please let us know. Here are a couple you may be interested in. Reach out directly to the location for more information.
Alton Bay, NH - Retreat Space (available October-December, no cost option)
Ludlow, MA Faith Community Chapel Church of the Nazarene - Sabbath House
Hingham, MA - Glastonbury Abbey
North Andover, MA - Rolling Ridge
Tuftonboro, NH - Wixson Ministry Cabin (available for at-will donation)
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