At Sanctuary Hills | September 15-17
We’re excited to invite men serving as a local church pastor to The Shepherd’s Retreat, a special time of rest, renewal, and fellowship exclusively for pastors and ministry leaders who want to continue developing. Join us at Sanctuary Hills in Blaine, TN, for a transformative retreat designed to refresh your spirit, strengthen your calling, and provide a peaceful space to connect with God and other pastors. Pastor Mike Stone of Emmanuel Baptist Church in Blackshear, GA, will be leading sessions on Expository Preaching and Spiritual Leadership.
Ministry to ministers is ministry to the multitudes. When pastors are encouraged in their relationship with God, their wives benefit, their families flourish, and their churches thrive.
This retreat is a sacred invitation to step away from the daily demands of ministry and experience deep rest in God’s presence. Nestled in the beauty of Sanctuary Hills, you’ll enjoy unhurried time to reconnect with God, engage with other leaders who understand the call to preach the Word and lead God’s people, and be poured into by seasoned leaders in every setting.
With a focus on Expository Preaching and Spiritual Leadership, this retreat offers space to reflect, hear from the Lord, and renew your vision. You’ll leave refreshed, restored, and reminded of the high calling God has placed on your life—ready to return with renewed strength and clarity of purpose.
Retreat Leader - Mike Stone
Pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church, Blackshear, GA
Pastor Mike originally came to EBC in October of 1996 as minister of music and became pastor in June 2002. He is a graduate of Valdosta State University.
As a committed and convictional Southern Baptist, Pastor Mike has served in many capacities in our local Baptist association as well as our state and national conventions.
He served the Georgia Baptist Convention as preaching conference president, chairman of the Executive Committee, and convention president. He has also served at the national level on the Resolutions Committee and is the immediate past chairman of the Executive Committee of the Southern Baptist Convention.
Host a 1-night or 2-day ANVIL experience at your church!
Experience a transformative Anvil Weekend. This action-packed 1 or 2-day event is designed to ignite your faith and challenge you to step into your God-given potential. Engage in intense physical training, powerful worship, and insightful teachings that will leave you inspired and equipped to make a real impact. This event is a chance to break through barriers and forge a brand new path forward.