Respite in the Wilderness
A gift from NovusWay to rostered ministers and church professionals: a midweek retreat of rest and renewal before Lent, with prayer, study and meals somebody else cooks.
Respite in the Wilderness
Details
Dates
| January 12–14 | Tue – Thu |
Questions?
Respite in the Wilderness is NovusWay’s gift to the people who run everyone else’s Lent.
It is a midweek retreat of rest and renewal through prayer and study, before the busy season starts. Rev. Derek Hoven, Assistant to the Bishop, leads our time together, with room for introverts and extroverts and still plenty of time to rest.
There is quiet, there is solitude, and there are meals you did not have to plan.
January 12–14.
Not sure you can get away midweek? It comes before Lent gets busy, which is rather the point of the timing.
Activities
- Rest and renewal
- Quiet
- Solitude
Choose the pricing tier that fits your family.
Every participant receives the same camp experience, regardless of tier selected. Choose the level that best fits your family's financial situation.
| TIER I | TIER II | TIER III |
|---|---|---|
| $175 | $240 | $304 |
Every rate comes in three tiers, explained below. Choose the one that fits.
Tier I
Partially Subsidized
Most affordable
- Our historically subsidized rate
- Made possible by gifts from donors and churches
- Helps make camp possible for more families
Best for families seeking the most affordable option.
Tier II
Direct Cost
Standard rate
- Covers the direct cost of camp
- Program costs and food
- Staff and camp administration
A good fit for most families.
Tier III
True Cost
Supports the mission
- Reflects the fuller cost of camp
- Includes deferred maintenance, insurance and utilities
For families able to support this level.
All tiers are voluntary and confidential.
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A few things you may be wondering.
Here are a few answers to help you feel confident before you register.
How do I hold my place?
Register online, and a $50 deposit holds your spot. If anything in registration trips you up, we're at 828-209-6302.
Do you have to be Lutheran to come?
No. We're a ministry of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and we welcome everyone the way God welcomes everyone, whatever your background, your family or your circumstances.
Respite in the Wilderness
January 12–14, 2027