The Resilient Soul: Rest, Recharge, Reconnect
Clergy Retreat | Nov. 1-3, 2026 | Epworth By the Sea
100 Arthur J Moore Dr., St. Simons Island, GA 31522
The Resilient Soul is the theme for the Presbytery of St. Augustine’s Clergy, CRE, and Certified Educator retreat. We are encouraging you to join us to take a deep breath, to take a step away from the strains and stress of the ministry and make plans to be with us at Epworth By the Sea. Our retreat will take place November 1-3. We will begin with dinner on Sunday at 5:30pm and conclude with breakfast on Tuesday morning. The cost is $268 per person for single occupancy, which includes lodging and most meals. Or, only $134 per person for double occupancy, which includes lodging and most meals.
There will be times for worship (evening and morning prayers) and there will be plenty of space for fellowship and relaxation. Monday following breakfast and program there will be free time until dinner. You will have to find something to do that nourishes your soul. We will have some planned options available which you can join or form a group on your own.
The call to ministry is a unique one and it is important that we spend time together with people who understand firsthand the joys and the struggles that are part of our lives. We believe that listening, learning, and supporting each other is essential for our self-care and strengthens us for our continued service to Christ. Click the link below to register.
or send us a check made out to Presbytery of St. Augustine, subject line: clergy retreat
(Our address is: 1937 University Blvd. W., Jacksonville, FL 32217)
Cost $268 per person Single Occupancy/$134 per person Double Occupancy
This includes your room in the Robertson Inn for two nights as well as Sunday night dinner, Monday breakfast and dinner, and Tuesday breakfast.
*The Cost shown is after a Presbytery of St. Augustine supplement of approximately $150 per person. We value clergy care and believe retreats such as this are a vital way to support and encourage those who are serving and those who have previously served.
** You are welcome to bring a snack or something to share during the fellowship time**
Registration and Payment Deadline are Friday, October 2, 2026
Schedule:
Sunday, November 1: Arrive and check in any time after 4:00 p.m.
5:30 p.m. - Dinner together in the dining hall
6:30 p.m. - Opening worship, fellowship, and an introduction from Presbyterian Disaster Assistance to its topic of resiliency
Monday, November 2: Breakfast begins at 7:00 a.m.
9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. - Presbyterian Disaster Assistance resiliency session
12:00–5:30 p.m. - Free time, with lunch on your own
5:30 p.m. - Dinner together in the dining hall
6:30 p.m. - Worship and fellowship
Tuesday, November 3: Breakfast begins at 7:00 a.m.
8:30 a.m. - Worship and wrap-up, enjoy Epworth and the surrounding area on your own.
This retreat is planned and hosted by:
Julie Higbee Associate Pastor First Presbyterian Fernandina Beach
and
David Rollins The Lead Presbyter for the Presbytery of St. Augustine
The retreat is specifically for those involved in ministry. It is not a family retreat.
*Childcare will not be provided