ReCharge ’25: A Pastors & Leaders Retreat

By HEIDI SORRELS
BMA of America Church Strategy and Training

Pastors, church leaders, and spouses—we know ministry can be rewarding, but it can also be exhausting, isolating and sometimes pretty relentless. If you’re feeling tired, overwhelmed, or simply in need of a fresh wind and some fellowship, we want to personally invite you and your spouse to step away for a few days at the ReCharge Leadership Retreat, Sept 29-Oct 1. Hosted by Healthy Church Solutions, your BMA church and leader health ministry, this retreat is designed to give pastors and ministry leaders space to breathe again to refocus, and care for your soul and marriage. All of this is done alongside others who truly understand the joys and challenges of leadership. ReCharge is a small conference with you in mind! We create space for deeper connection, special times of prayer and a safe place to share struggles. Our round table set-up invites conversation and intimacy, and our BMA ministries will be on hand to shower you with gifts of appreciation.

What’s different? This year, we’re rotating between three churches, or “recharge stations.” Together we’ll visit three nearby churches in the Memphis area—Calvary Baptist (Horn Lake, MS), Mosaic Church (Memphis, TN), and Central Church (South Haven, MS). Each stop showcases unique churches using different ministry strategies to reach the communities God has called them to. 
 
Here are some highlights to look forward to: 
Powerful Teaching: Sam Rainer, lead pastor at West Bradenton Baptist church in Florida, Church Answers president and co-founder of Rainer Publishing, will speak directly into the realities of ministry life.

Inspiring Worship: Worship concert and testimony with Michael O’Brien (special artist with multiple number 1 and top 5 Christian singles) and Kent Wiles (worship leader from First Baptist, Rogers, AR).

Breakouts: Men’s Panel: Larry Barker, Ali Chambers, Anders Lee and Drew Cline. Women’s Breakout: Lori Cline will share her journey of faith and perseverance through cancer.

Space to Rest: Free time on Tuesday afternoon and early evening to simply rest with your spouse or explore Memphis (BBQ, Beale Street, Graceland, shopping, and more). 

Evening Fun: Each night at 9 p.m., join the Baptist Trumpet for game night at the Homewood Suites conference room in South Haven. Family Feud, board games, and snacks provided. All attendees are welcome!
 
Schedule at a Glance
Monday, Sept 29—6 p.m.: Dinner & Worship at Calvary Baptist (Horn Lake, MS) with artist Michael O’Brien.
Tuesday, Sept 30—Morning: Breakfast, Breakouts, & Session One at Mosaic Church (Memphis, TN).
Tuesday, Sept 30—Evening: Session Two at Central Church (South Haven, MS).
Wednesday, Oct 1—Morning: Closing Session at Central Church 
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So, plan now! Summer will soon give way to the holidays and more busyness. Consider this an intentional gift of renewal for yourself, your spouse or your entire staff and team. Churches, please consider sending your pastor and wife as a special pastor appreciation gift. It would be a tremendous blessing! 
Register today at: https://bmaamerica.org/recharge

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