2026 Small Church Pastors Retreat

The small church pastors of the Presbytery of New Hope will gather for some time away in the woods at the Cedar Cross Retreat Center in Louisburg for rest, connection, and spiritual nourishment. Hosted by the Church Development and Evangelism Committee.

The retreat will be led by Rev. Elizabeth Whitmer, pastor of Bear Grass Presbyterian Church.

The retreat begins Monday, September 14 with dinner, fellowship, and an opening program. The bulk of the programming will take place on Tuesday, September 15, concluding at the end of the day. Participants may elect to stay additional days/nights at their own expense. Lodging is for double or triple occupancy.

Cost: $30.00

Click here to read the invitation letter.

Click here for the retreat flyer.

Planning team members are Rev. Mary Harris Todd (Morton Memorial Presbyterian Church) and Rev. Katie Cashwell (Associate Presbyter for Small Churches)

Registration will open in July!

Contact small church associate presbytery, Katie Cashwell, with questions.