Pastor Pre-Retirement Retreat (August 18) This year's Pre-Retirement Retreat begins Tuesday August 18 at 4 p.m. running through Friday August 21st at 11 a.m.. It will be held at Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp in NW Iowa. 1203 Inwan Street, Milford, IA to be exact.
The #1 thing people say each year after they attend the retreat is, "I should have come to this retreat years ago." Pastors after they retired have said, "The Pre-Retirement Retreat helped me so much, it really helped retirement be a smoother transition."
The topics of the retreat are based upon what retired LCMC Pastors have said they wished they knew earlier. Our primary teachers this year are Pastor Steve Abend who specializes in leading Pastors and churches through times of transition. Additionally, we will have two Certified Financial Planners in Tom Luing and Alex Penngelly, both of Capital Management Associates, Inc. Dan Antoine, Rod Quanbeck, Sue and Dave Gunderson, and Martha and John Nelson will also be there to assist.
While it is not required that your spouse be present, we do encourage it so that you can discuss these important matters in a casual setting.
Okoboji Camp provides us with an incredible deal. So we are able to offer the retreat for Pastors at $250, and spouses at $120. In the case of a clergy couple, one comes for $120. This includes 8 meals and 3 nights lodging. If you prefer an individual cabin, that is an additional $125 for the retreat per household. Linens are included for all. Many of the costs are covered by the generosity of the Caring for Pastors Ministry.
Register contact Sue Gunderson. (920) 421-1944 | sue.gunderson61@gmail.com
Other questions or those seeking financial assistance for the retreat, contact John Nelson |
(630) 650-0905 | pastorjpn@gmail.com |
LCMC Annual Gathering (October 4-7) Lutheran Congregations in Mission for Christ’s Annual Gathering is a four-day event featuring keynote speakers, worship and Bible study, breakout sessions, vendors and plenty of opportunities for fellowship and networking. Whether you’re new to LCMC, just checking us out for the first time, or a long-time member looking to make new friends and reunite with old ones, the Annual Gathering is the place to be if you're looking to get inspired, get informed, get trained & equipped and get connected with other LCMC-ers! Location: Lutheran Church of Hope, West Des Moines, IA More information forthcoming. Follow the LCMC Gathering website |
