Ora et Labora (Prayer and Work)

Once or twice a year, I steal away for a 2 night soul rest. I have been going on these personal retreats since my early 20’s when I was single. As my seasons of life changed—from single to married, from married to parenting—it has become increasingly tricky to take these retreats. Now I must coordinate calendars to accommodate my family and pastoral duties.

Plus, a soul rest for me requires that my wife, Kim, parent our two children solo. It is a loving sacrifice on her part to serve me by pro...