This practical book offers pastors and lay leaders a comprehensive resource for planning their own faith-based retreat for church or community group--everything from choosing a theme to identifying a retreat center to outlining the schedule of events. Included are two sample retreats each for women, men, youth, families, and older adults, all centered on a creative and group-appropriate theme. Also featured is a selection of personal retreats for individual renewal and refreshment! And the appendix offers a state-by-state listing of retreat centers....