Learning events for pastor couples (pastor and spouse) are held once a year. For 48 hours, couples get away to be refreshed and encouraged in their lives, marriage, and ministry. Events are by invitation only. Invitations are limited to the classes in the area where the learning events are to be held.
Orlando, FL – January 2009
On January 5-7, 2009, 16 pastor couples gathered in Cocoa Beach, FL for a time of encouragement, learning, and relaxation. Pastors Duane Visser and Norm Thomasma, along with their spouses, facilitated the event which was held at the Hilton Cocoa Beach Oceanfront Hotel. The topic of the event was “Pastor Couples in Parish Ministry: Engaging and Reframing – the art of living large in a fishbowl environment.” For some, this was the first opportunity to meet with other pastor couples in the classis.
Comments from participants:
• “I loved meeting with other couples in ministry – there is such an automatic bond there. We truly enjoyed
each other’s company – made new friends and caught up with some old friends. Also loved the theme –
learn how to relax.”
• “I didn’t really know what to expect going into this conference. I did appreciate the experience and am
glad I went!”
• “Thank you! I came home feeling refreshed and renewed and a vital part of the ministry God has called
me to.”
The next SPE Learning event will be held in Glorieta, NM in November 2009.
