Pastors and spouses are encouraged to arrive Sunday evenings after 4:00 p.m. to familiarize them with the property. Retreats end at 10:00 a.m. on the following Friday. PLEASE NOTE: Because of the nature of our rest retreats, we cannot accomodate any children.

During the five days and evenings of the retreat, individuals are free to take advantage of the common areas in the retreat house or stay in their suites. Each spacious suite includes a comfortable king-size bed, closet, bathroom with shower and/or tub, desk and sitting area and a DVD player for study, inspiration and relaxation. We maintain an extensive library of inspirational and entertaining DVDs for guest use.

The common areas of the new site include the Great Room, Sun room, deck area, multi-media room, library, exercise room, game room and 5 acres of beautiful grounds and nearby walking paths.

Self-directed paths of study are provided for all retreat attendees. There are several choices of studies, provided for your week of spiritual renewal The studies are interactive and will require 1-2 hours each day. Each guest suite is supplied with several books, teaching CDs or DVDs, music and other materials, which will aid the participants in spiritual refreshment and relaxation. These room libraries include all books referred to in any of the studies. Most of the reading is applied to sections of these books.

Breakfast and lunch foods will be provided Monday through Friday for individuals to enjoy at their leisure. All guests will gather in the dining room each evening for dinner.

Deer Ridge Ministries can accommodate five pastors or pastor/spouse couples each week. Pastors in full time ministry may attend by themselves. Married pastors are urged to bring their spouse.

NOTE: There are additional exercise facilities in Freeport (modest visitor fees apply), a beautiful park just 4 minutes away, Jane Addams Trail for hiking and biking, and several State Parks a simple 30 minutes drive, and a top rated golf course, Park Hills, only 10 minutes away

To request a retreat, visit drmretreats.org/registration today. Be sure to check the retreat Calendar page to see the retreat weeks scheduled throughout the year.