Uh-Oh: The Staff Retreat Turned Into a Work Weekend

The Healthy Church Staff Podcast · Oct 21, 2026 · 9m · transcript

In this podcast episode, Todd Rhoades discusses the importance of planning effective staff retreats that truly provide rest, connection, and rejuvenation for church staff members. He emphasizes the need to clearly define the purpose of the retreat, simplify logistics, and ensure adequate free time for participants, to avoid turning the retreat into an exhausting experience. • Staff retreats should align with clear objectives: rest, connection, or strategic planning. • Avoid over-scheduling; allow genuine downtime for staff. • Understand participant workloads to prevent additional stress…