The Nest

Come away my beloved and spend some time with Me.

Koinos retreats for pastors and spouses

in the beautiful Pacific Northwest .

Koinos offers 
five day retreats
for pastors and spouses
 at the NEST near Seattle .

Whether you need:

§      A respite with the Lord/burnout prevention 

§      Spiritual direction/pastoral care for the pastor!

§      Recovery from crisis/post-traumatic stress

§      Spiritual formation/renewal

Dr. Phil and Dr. Kathy Bence, pastoral teachers and spiritual directors, will host you and feed both your bodies and souls.  

What we can offer you:

§      Comfy accommodation in a separate part of our house, just north of Seattle ( Richmond Beach )

§      Fabulous scenery, four blocks from the Puget Sound

§      Secluded, garden sitting area

§      Three delicious meals a day

§      Our caring presence

§      Daily hour of individual spiritual direction for each of you

§      Daily joint session with us both: listening and discerning together God’s voice amidst ‘life’

§      A beautiful area to explore, walk, rest in

§      Sightseeing in Seattle

§      Gift certificate for date night in quaint Edmonds

§      Spiritual formation and retreat resources, including access to the Bence library

§      Referrals to Christian therapists and doctors if needed

Contact us for to make a  reservation and gain info on requested donations: 206-546-4074

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