Retreat into the Wilderness
Join in the Timeless Discipleship Pillar of Encountering Christ in the Wilderness
How it Works
For Individuals
Join others on a weekend trip through the Ancient Paths program, including two pre-trip meetings, an outdoor experience, and one post-trip debrief.
For Groups
Establish a wilderness ministry in your church or community. Wilderness Formation trains in the Theology of Wilderness Ministry, outdoor stewardship, identifying the role of the facilitator, and more while providing lifetime access to our core content library. We offer detailed instructions on how to create your own content and wilderness experiences to fit your community!
We are big believers in the idea that faith is an experience, not just a set of doctrines.
Participate in the ancient spiritual formation practices of solitude, fasting, meditation and prayer; noticing Christ through creation.
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Gearing Up
Quality gear is an essential component- we keep a robust gear closet so that people without gear of their own can still participate in full.
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Testimonials
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"Ancient Paths has always been one of the highlights of the year. I never know what to expect going into a trip and always leave with a new insight, direction, or perspective. God has consistently used this space in my life to point out areas that need growth, attention and compassion and I am eternally grateful for the silence and solitude I am afforded each year with Ancient Paths."
Nick
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"This was entirely appropriate for my place in life at the time. Thanks so much for doing this, I hope to be involved with this more in the future."
Laurie
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"When we force ourselves to get out of normal environments, the cues change, and it creates an opportunity for new things to happen."
Thane
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“I used my senses in new ways. I was able to focus on the rhythms of nature. I experienced God speaking to me, ‘stay in My rhythm.’’”
Adam
