All-Parish Retreat for All Ages
Posted: August 16, 2025
Families, Couples, Singles, Kids—all are welcome at our annual All-Parish Retreat at Shrine Mont in Orkney Springs, VA. You don’t want to miss this weekend in the beautiful Shenandoah Mountains with activities for all ages.
This year, our theme is “Praying with Nature.”
Come away for a weekend of spiritual renewal and discovery as we explore the sacred connection between prayer and the natural world. Led by our own Amy Heard-Davison, Amy Brown, and Margaret Bain, this retreat will guide us through moments of reflection rooted in nature, prayer practices, and Celtic Spirituality. Kerry Gilpin will enrich our experience with a guided naturalist walk through God’s creation. Reflect. Rejoice. We hope to see you there.
PLUS options for rest and/or recreation for all ages!
- Duckpin Bowling
- Fire Pit with S’mores
- Hiking
- Planet Gazing
- Square Dancing
- And Much More

To register, complete the electronic form below and click SUBMIT at the end.
If you prefer to fill out a hard copy form, you can download one below and turn in your completed form to the Church Office.
Please pay online (choose “Parish Retreat – Shrine Mont 2025” from the Fund drop down menu), or make checks payable to Church of Holy Comforter, with “Shrine Mont Parish Retreat” in the memo line. Leave checks in the Church Office. Financial aid is available (contact Peggy Miller).
A non-refundable fee of $20 per person is due with your registration form to hold your place for the weekend. The remaining balance must be paid in full by Sunday, August 31. Your registration is not complete without your deposit. You may also pay the entire balance due with your registration, if you prefer.


