From the beginning, Pathways’ founders approached their work with the same attentiveness, intentionality, and openness that defines spiritual direction. To support this approach, they developed a Liturgy of Discernment, a meeting structure designed to foster attentiveness to God throughout the gathering. This format continues to guide both board and staff meetings.
As Pathways grew, the need for additional organizational tools became clear. The co-directors pursued training in Sociocracy and adapted its processes to fit the Pathways context. Sociocracy’s core values - transparency, equivalency, and effectiveness - aligned naturally with Pathways’ own. Pathways continues to use an adapted form of sociocracy, also known as dynamic governance.
Founding a spiritual retreat center is not a profit-driven endeavor. In the early years, there were no financial returns. Fortunately, the founders were able to find support elsewhere, allowing them to give their time freely to the vision of creating a place for rest, reflection, and renewal. Over time, Pathways began reimbursing staff for expenses and was eventually able to provide hourly wages. As of 2025, all staff are paid the same rate, based on a $45,000 full-time equivalent annual salary.
As Pathways grew, the need for additional organizational tools became clear. The co-directors pursued training in Sociocracy and adapted its processes to fit the Pathways context. Sociocracy’s core values - transparency, equivalency, and effectiveness - aligned naturally with Pathways’ own. Pathways continues to use an adapted form of sociocracy, also known as dynamic governance.
Founding a spiritual retreat center is not a profit-driven endeavor. In the early years, there were no financial returns. Fortunately, the founders were able to find support elsewhere, allowing them to give their time freely to the vision of creating a place for rest, reflection, and renewal. Over time, Pathways began reimbursing staff for expenses and was eventually able to provide hourly wages. As of 2025, all staff are paid the same rate, based on a $45,000 full-time equivalent annual salary.
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