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One-day clergy family retreats this summer to Rest. Play. Connect.

June 9, 2025 / By The Rev. Abigail Browka / .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

This August, clergy and their families are invited to step away from their day-to-day demands and reconnect through a series of one-day retreats designed to foster rest, recreation, and spiritual renewal. 

Under the theme REST. PLAY. CONNECT., all preachers and their loved ones are encouraged to attend—whether solo attendees or part of a multi-generational household. The events will be held at two UNY camp and retreat locations: Asbury Camp & Retreat Center in Silver Lake on Monday, August 4, and Skye Farm Camp & Retreat Center in Warrensburg on Monday, August 11. 

The retreats offer a full day of relaxing and refreshing activities, including boating, swimming, nature walks, and a picnic- or charcuterie-style lunch. For those looking to extend their stay, optional overnight accommodation is available. 

To ensure that clergy can fully enjoy the retreat experience, childcare is provided. Staff will lead programming for children ages 5-10 throughout the day, while nursery care for ages 1-4 is available by request (with a minimum of four children). 

Registration is now open, with a fee of just $10 per person for both children and adults. Interested participants must register by July 1 to secure their spot. 

As an added bonus, families attending the Skye Farm can explore “Little Ones Camp,” a separate, overnight experience for children ages 4-7 taking place August 10-12. Registration for this camp is available here. 

For more information and to register for the clergy family retreats, click here.