The Soul Care Retreat
What to Expect
Come Weary. Leave Whole.
Whether you’re stepping away for a sabbatical, navigating ministry fatigue, or simply sensing the need for deep renewal, the Shaping the Heart of the Leader retreat offers you sacred space to slow down, listen to God, and be personally and professionally restored.
Each retreat is crafted around five key dimensions of healthy, sustainable leadership—spiritual vitality, emotional well-being, healthy relationships, home life, and calling. These core themes shape the rhythm of the retreat and provide a framework for reflection, growth, and transformation.
A Thoughtfully Designed 8-Day Journey
- Days 1-3: Group interaction, personal coaching, reflection, and time in nature.
- Days 4-5: Free time to rest, participate in an excursion, and enjoy nature.
- Day 6-7: Group interaction, personal coaching, reflection, and time in nature.
- Day 8: Closing reflections, next steps, and re-entry preparation
Each day includes built-in margin for solitude, prayer, recreation, and rest—so you don’t just fill your mind, but restore your soul.
50+ Years of Impact. A Lifetime of Transformation.
Join the growing number of leaders who are reclaiming their joy, reigniting their purpose, and reshaping the way they lead—starting from the inside out.
Accommodations
Beautiful Accommodations in the Colorado Rockies
You’ll stay at Darian Ranch in Marble, Colorado, surrounded by mountains, rivers, and wilderness. Each guest has a private suite and full access to our retreat space, including:
- Chef-prepared meals
- Warm, welcoming common areas
- Inviting outdoor spaces for rest and reflection
The natural setting is breathtaking—and it plays a key role in your renewal. It’s where silence speaks, beauty heals, and God meets you anew.
An 8-Day Experience Designed to Renew, Refocus, and Restore
An Intimate, High-Touch Experience
details about the 'soul care retreat' experience
You won’t be one face in a crowd. Each retreat is limited to just 5 participants, allowing for:
Personalized coaching and care • Deep trust and connection among peers • Space for vulnerability, honesty, and growth
You’ll be guided by Dave and Jayne Walters, seasoned ministry leaders and certified coaches who walk alongside you with empathy, insight, and wisdom rooted in decades of church leadership and soul care.
Shaping the Heart of the Leader - This is an Investment in You.
Outdoor Adventures that Refresh the Soul
Depending on the season, you’ll enjoy optional, guided outdoor activities such as:
- Relaxing by the Crystal River
- Fly fishing
- Walks
- Hiking and horseback riding
- Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing
- Wildlife viewing and nature walks
These are not just for fun—they are woven into your experience as moments to reconnect with God, yourself, and His creation.
A Rhythm of Rest and Reflection
We believe in a slower, more sacred pace. You’ll experience:
- Daily time with God in Scripture, solitude, and reflection
- Personalized coaching that help you process your story, explore your leadership calling, and develop soul-care rhythms
- Recreation in God’s creation to awaken joy and presence
- Evenings of hospitality and connection around shared meals and informal conversation
This isn’t a conference or seminar—it’s a retreat in the truest sense of the word. Our hospitality team ensures that your every need is cared for so you can be fully present to the retreat process. From meals and lodging to guided excursions and meaningful details, you’ll feel honored, safe, and seen throughout your stay.
A Reentry Plan for Life and Leadership After the Retreat
Before you leave, we’ll help you develop a personalized next-step plan for integrating what you’ve experienced into your life and ministry. This includes:
- Spiritual rhythms
- Leadership practices
- Relational boundaries
- Ongoing coaching or support (if desired)
Our goal is not just a great week—it’s lasting impact for the road ahead.
Expect to Be Changed
Ministry will still be hard. Life will still be full. But you’ll return from this retreat:
- Grounded in God’s presence
- Restored in heart, mind, and body
- Clearer about your purpose and direction
- Equipped with tools to lead from a place of wholeness
This isn’t a break from ministry. It’s a recommissioning.
Ready to take the next step?
You can either call Marble Retreat or fill out the contact form on the website to apply or schedule a discovery call. Space is limited, and we encourage early registration. We’d love to hear your story and help you discern if this retreat is the right next step for your journey.
Let God shape your heart so you can lead with strength, humility, and joy.
“Marble Retreat, through its ministry to us, affected the world.”
Our team is called and equipped to care for those who care for others.
We’ve helped thousands of leaders restore their marriages, reignite their calling, and find a healthier rhythm for ministry.
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