To Rest Renew Reignite Your Calling

Heart For Pastors is a Gospel-centered retreat experience designed to help pastors, ministry leaders, their spouses, and elder teams heal from burnout and return to ministry with fresh vision and restored strength.

But GOD became my hideout, God was my high mountain retreat.

Psalm 94:22

The HFP Barndominium

HFP CEO & Founder, Alan Scott

Who's taking care of the shepherds

HFP is a refuge.

Matt, Terry, & Joey's retreat experience.

Introduction to HFP

Ministry Can Be Beautiful... and Exhausting.

Today’s pastors are facing unprecedented levels of stress, fatigue, and burnout. Ministry leaders are often isolated, overworked, and under-supported. In 2023, 40% of pastors were at high risk of burnout—and over 30% considered leaving full-time ministry altogether.

Heart For Pastors exists to interrupt that spiral—providing a place of safety, care, and spiritual renewal.

Gospel-Centered Counseling

Rooted in biblical truth and identity in Christ, our counseling offers grace-filled restoration for leaders and their families.

Physical & Wellness Support

Holistic care including medical assessments, massage therapy, cold plunge, sauna, and personalized nutrition support.

72-Hour Retreat Experience

A life-changing 3-day retreat combining spiritual teaching, rest, reflection, worship, and community.

Post-Retreat Follow-Up

We walk with you after you leave—offering coaching, family support, accountability, and church leadership tools.

Why It Matters

HFP Brings Lasting Healing to Wounded Leaders.

Too many pastors push through stress and pain in silence—until they can’t anymore. Heart For Pastors is a response to that crisis, offering long-term healing, not just short-term relief.

The Retreat Setting

Healing Happens in the Right Environment

Nestled in the North Georgia Mountains on 80 acres, Heart For Pastors offers a stunning, peaceful location where ministry leaders can truly breathe again.

Ready to Rest and Reconnect with God?

Whether you’re a weary pastor, a concerned spouse, or a church leader seeking help—Heart For Pastors is here for you. Reach out, apply, or partner with us today.