October 2026 – Executive Pastor Collective

What will I get out of an Executive Pastor Collective?

Designed exclusively for seasoned Executive Pastors, this immersive collective gathers leaders with 5–15 years of experience serving churches averaging 1,000–3,000 in attendance. This is not a beginner’s environment—it’s a high-trust, high-caliber room where experienced XPs come to sharpen their operational leadership, pressure-test ideas, and learn alongside peers facing similar complexity.

This experience is built around one central goal: helping you lead with greater clarity, confidence, and effectiveness as your church scales. Through guided discussions, collaborative problem-solving, and practical frameworks, you’ll walk away with tools you can immediately implement in your church.

Experience Details

Dates: October 27-29, 2026

Location: WinShape Retreat – Mt. Berry, Georgia

Cost: $525 per person
Includes all meals, lodging and programming. Taxes not included.

Who is the ideal attendee?
An Executive Pastor leading operations in churches of 1,000–3,000 average weekly attendance

Topics We'll Walk Through Together

Proven operating systems to strengthen execution across growing ministries
Clearer decision-making frameworks for complex organizational challenges
Practical strategies to build alignment between vision and operations
Financial clarity & resource allocation while aligning with strategic purposes
Deeper relationships with peers who understand your role and pressures
Developing second-layer leaders to coach, delegate and grow your church
Margin for rest and soul care in between sessions and breakouts

Your Registration Includes:

Comfortable accommodations featuring a private room with a king-size bed and a private bathroom with a shower and dual sink vanity
Fresh meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, coffee, and desserts (including endless Icedream®) curated by our world-class dining team
Access to the beautiful Berry College campus, dotted by 27,000 acres of peaceful pastures, tree-lined trails, wildlife, and a tranquil lake
Biblically-rooted content designed to propel your ministry forward during the experience and beyond
Serene spaces to truly unplug and connect with the Lord

The Perfect Place to Advance Your Ministry

Located in the quiet foothills of North Georgia, WinShape Retreat is the perfect place to unplug from the busyness of everyday ministry and focus on advancing your leadership. With beautiful, French-inspired buildings and 27,000 acres to explore and be inspired.

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I expect and what’s expected from me?

This is a convening of influencers and thinkers in the ministry space. Our hope is that you will come with a willingness to share, network, think, learn and connect. We will eat great food, worship together, talk about bright spots and hear from legacy builders in this space. All that’s expected from you is to bring your curiosity and willingness to connect in a community of like-minded individuals.

Additionally, as we dream for the future, we’d ask that you would provide honest and open feedback about the experience through a follow-up survey and potentially in a short-term focus group setting!

What about travel arrangements?

You are responsible for making your own travel arrangements.

Are lodging and meals provided?

For this experience, both lodging and meals are provided at a deeply discounted rate. Our delicious, southern-inspired meals are provided for groups and individuals as part of the total retreat package. Our dining facility does not operate like a restaurant, though we can make accommodations for dietary restrictions. Let us know if you have restrictions or certain needs when you RSVP, so we can prepare to serve you well ahead of time.

Are children allowed at WinShape Retreat?

We love children, but we believe our retreat environment is best suited for adults. Therefore, no infants or children under the age of 18 are permitted.

What should I pack?

We recommend packing comfortable clothing and walking shoes so you can enjoy the surrounding 27,000 acres of wilderness. There are 9,000 acres of hiking and biking trail to enjoy. In cool months, it’s best to dress in layers. With some of the activities we are planning, you will want to bring a pair of closed-toe shoes

What amenities are provided in each room?

All of our rooms have king-sized beds and are fully stocked with linens, an alarm clock, private bathroom with shower and dual-sink vanity, hair dryer, facial and bath soap, body lotion, shampoo, bottled water, iron and ironing board, and a Bible. We offer media-free rooms without TVs or telephones to promote a truly sequestered environment free from common distractions.

Are there accessible rooms or elevators?

Accessible rooms are located on the first floor, but stairs are needed to reach second floor rooms, and there are no elevators. Let us know in advance if there are any special accommodations required for your stay.

Is smoking or alcohol permitted at the retreat center?

Alcohol, cigarettes and other smoking devices, and firearms are not permitted on the property.

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