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Physicians' Discipleship Retreat

March 5-8, 2026

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  • March 5-8, 2026

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About the Retreat

Plans are underway for the 2026 Physicians’ Discipleship Retreat, now into its fourth decade.
 
This Thursday late afternoon-Sunday morning gathering at Glen Eyrie March 5-8, 2026 with other singles and married physicians with spouses continues around the idea of “retreat”. It’s not a medical conference but rather a slow-paced time intentionally built around the Word of God, focusing on the idea of generational and biblical discipleship and strengthening relationships with God, family and others.
 
The Retreat’s setting is beautiful and abounding with evidence of God’s creative, imaginative power. Those of us who have attended over the years have discovered that by God’s grace and presence, this place and this time together have been encouraging, safe and fruitful.
 
Tired and in need of prolonged moments to pause, think and rest — either alone or with one’s spouse and the Lord? Desire to engage and pray through some deep-serious decisions — even “talk-it-out” with other docs and/or spouse of a physician? Want some re-tooling and encouragement toward investing in others and applying the gospel and Matthew 28:18-20 in today’s world? This Retreat may well provide the space and means to address these questions.
 
The three evenings are spent together worshiping the Lord in song and teaching from God’s Word. Friday and Saturday mornings include smaller practical workshops and small groups. Friday afternoon is free (yes, free —when was the last time you had a scheduled afternoon with nothing to do? It’s quite a blessing once embraced and experienced!). Then Saturday afternoon is set aside for some hours to spend alone with God; previous attendees have declared this time to be their highpoint for the weekend.
 
Come join others in the common pursuit of deepening our love of Jesus and following Him.
 

If you have any thoughts or questions, please reach out to John Dietrich MD,  at:  Jdidandmd2@mac.com. 

*Scholarships are available for physicians in training (medical school, residency and fellowship). For scholarship information, please email annajdietrich@gmail.com

Workshop Descriptions

 Evening sessions with Craig Parker:
 
“Christ in you, the Hope of Glory  (Colossians 1:27)
 
Writing to the Colossians from prison, Paul the apostle builds his brief epistle around some foundational themes. During our time together we will explore three of them:
 
Session 1. Creation   Christ the Creator
Session 2  Incarnation    Christ in us
Session 3  Resurrection    Risen with Christ
 
 We will explore each of these themes through the lens of a simple question: If these were woven into our lives, how would we think, speak and act as a result
Workshop titles and descriptions:
 
Steve Shank, leader The Navigator’s Central Division of the US Collegiate Ministry.
“Invitation – A guide to your time alone with the Creator of the Universe”, focusing on spending a half day alone with God.
 
Dave Netherton, MD
“The Gospel and the Kingdom of Heaven”. Matthew 9 says that Jesus came proclaiming the “good news of the kingdom.” What was that “Good News” which we call the gospel? Could it be more than “Christ died for my sins?” And how do we explain it to others? 
 
Gary and Beth Jewell, MD’s
“Receive the Father’s Love”.  A firm foundation in God‘s goodness and his personal love for you is essential to have before the hard things in life happen. This workshop will get you started on hearing from God how much He loves you personally. Through scripture that has impacted you through the years and maybe new verses, you will write what Renovare calls “A Beloved Charter“.
 
Bill Geiger, MD
“Docs Discipling Docs?  How can I possibly do that?” This workshop will unpack the opportunity of all of us being a part of fulfilling the Great commission – to be laborers in God’s harvest through sacrifice, through Life-on-Life relationship and being Scripture-focused.

Event Dates

March 5-8, 2026

Castle West Wing Queen Rooms

  • Price is before tax
  • Price assumes 1 person in the hotel room
  • Double occupancy price is $1,143 (or $572 each)
  • Price includes 3 nights’ lodging, 8 meals and all conference materials.
  • These are Queen bed rooms located in the Castle West Wing. Due to a major castle renovation, these 6 rooms are the only castle rooms available during this time. All meetings and meals are in the Castle.

$879

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Premier Lodge King Rooms

  • Price is before tax
  • Price assumes 1 person in the hotel room
  • Double occupancy price is $1,143 (or $572 each)
  • Price includes 3 nights’ lodging, 8 meals and all conference materials.
  • These are King bed rooms located in the Pink House or Eagle’s Nest Lodge. All meetings and meals are in the Castle.

$879

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Big Horn Lodge Rooms

  • Price is before tax
  • Price assumes 1 person in the hotel room
  • Double occupancy price is $942 (or $471 each)
    Price includes 3 nights’ lodging, 8 meals and all conference materials.
  • These are standard lodge rooms with 2 queen beds, located in the Big Horn Lodge, a 5 minute walk from the Castle. All meetings and meals are in the Castle.

$678

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Commuter Registration

  • Price is before tax
  • This is for an attendee who will not stay overnight at Glen Eyrie
  • Price includes 8 meals, all sessions, and all conference materials.
  • All meetings and meals are in the Castle.

$399

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To Make a Reservation by phone, call 719-265-7050

Keynote Speaker: Craig Parker

Craig Parker is the City Director for the Navigators in Boston, giving oversight to numerous staff and volunteer leaders ministering among college students, among internationals, among prisoners, and in neighborhoods and churches — all with a focus on life-to-life
discipleship.

Craig has worked for the Navigators for 45 years, including military and collegiate staff assignments in Virginia, Germany, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. He served as campus director at Dartmouth College for 17 years, and as campus director at Boston University for 7 years. Craig is a founding board member and former Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Lwala Community Alliance, a health care initiative with over 1300 employees offering clinical care and public health awareness among 400,000 people in Western Kenya. Craig has also engaged in community development in Honduras, Croatia, Morocco, Mexico, and in 9 US cities.

Since 2017 Craig has been serving inmates in county and state facilities in Massachusetts. He hosts an international virtual microchurch on incarceration and injustice, and has been working at building a coalition of churches to serve inmates and their families in greater Boston.

Craig and Nancy have four children, eleven grandchildren and worship at Highrock Church in Arlington, Massachusetts.

FAQ

Our property is over 700 acres and contains 8 miles of hiking trails. Depending on where you are staying, you should be prepared to do lots of walking. Our weather can be unpredictable, so pack layers. Attire for the retreat is casual, and don’t forget your Bible!
Glen Eyrie Programs require payment in full at the time of reservation. Reservations cancelled or rescheduled at least 14 days prior to the start date will be charged a 10% fee. Reservations cancelled or rescheduled within 14 days of the start date will be charged a 50% fee. Reservations cancelled within 3 days of the event date will be charged the full amount.
Our property contains 95 guest rooms in 7 different lodges, including our historic Castle. None of our rooms have TV’s, although free wi-fi is available throughout the property. Rooms contain coffee makers, but no microwaves or refrigerators. They are available for guest use in the common areas of each lodge. To see pictures of our Castle and Lodge rooms, visit our web page Gleneyrie.org/Lodging

Please notify us of any allergies or dietary needs in advance. Our Food & Beverage team can accommodate gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan and vegetarian diets with advance notice. We are not a gluten-free certified kitchen, and cross-contamination may occur.

No Childcare is provided for this retreat. However, moms with nursing babies may attend. Please make a note in your reservation so we may accommodate you.

"It really was a retreat and not a conference. There was time to be still, time to think and process. I appreciated the leisurely pace and met some great people."
- 2025 retreat attendee