What is Pathways Retreat?
Since 2008, Pathways has been a spiritual retreat center for individuals and groups seeking sacred space for
rest, reflection and renewal in Goshen, IN. Offering a rhythm of daily and seasonal prayers for 15 years,
Pathways creates community grounded in prayer. Spiritual direction, personal retreats and a variety of group
retreats provide companionship and solitude.
The retreat house, expanded in 2016, is the central hub for Pathways' prayers, spiritual direction sessions,
and group retreats. Pathways also includes 17 acres of forest and meadow on which two miles of trails are
available for walking. A private cottage in the woods and composting outhouse provide welcoming space for
personal retreats. Two prayer labyrinths and secluded alcoves located throughout the property invite guests
to rest and reflect.
rest, reflection and renewal in Goshen, IN. Offering a rhythm of daily and seasonal prayers for 15 years,
Pathways creates community grounded in prayer. Spiritual direction, personal retreats and a variety of group
retreats provide companionship and solitude.
The retreat house, expanded in 2016, is the central hub for Pathways' prayers, spiritual direction sessions,
and group retreats. Pathways also includes 17 acres of forest and meadow on which two miles of trails are
available for walking. A private cottage in the woods and composting outhouse provide welcoming space for
personal retreats. Two prayer labyrinths and secluded alcoves located throughout the property invite guests
to rest and reflect.
Who comes to Pathways Retreat?
Most guests live within a 50-mile radius and include clergy and others in service professions; adults of all ages
and life stages; college and seminary students; and elementary-aged children. Healthcare and service
organizations desiring a quiet, prayerful and convenient location for a meeting also come to Pathways. By
providing leaders a place to rest, reflect and renew, they are better able to hold space for the people they
serve, making known love and wholeness in the world.
and life stages; college and seminary students; and elementary-aged children. Healthcare and service
organizations desiring a quiet, prayerful and convenient location for a meeting also come to Pathways. By
providing leaders a place to rest, reflect and renew, they are better able to hold space for the people they
serve, making known love and wholeness in the world.
What is the Meadowlands Capital Campaign?
In 2016 Pathways purchased 3 1/2 acres adjacent to its property and called it the Meadowlands as it is an
open, expansive space. Having listened to guests to discern what this land offers to help fulfill its mission of
rest, reflection and renewal, the Board of Directors is excited to raise $100,000 for the following:
Outdoor Pavilion
The pandemic raised awareness of the need for an outdoor, covered space for group gatherings. The Pavilion is a response to this need. It will be an open, protected space for prayers, ministry events, and group gatherings. The structure will be designed as a sacred space featuring a glass cupola and a labyrinth on the floor. A brick walkway
connected to the retreat house will provide an accessible path to accommodate strollers and wheelchairs.
Land Restoration
Nurturing creation is one of Pathways’ six values. Living this value, Meadowlands will be planted for beauty
and biodiversity, restored with native prairie grasses and wildflowers for a healthy ecosystem. Restoring the
land involves removing invasives, and paying attention to what nature wants and cooperating with the
generative forces of nature. In this open space, boulders for sky gazing will complement Pathways’ wooded
areas and trails.
Tree of Hope Devotional Room and Hammock Room
The Tree of Hope will feature a sculpture by a local artist and on which guests can tie strips of cloth for
personal prayer, similar to the traditional Celtic clootie (cloth) tree. A shaded area located underneath pine
trees, will provide space for guests to rest in hammocks.
open, expansive space. Having listened to guests to discern what this land offers to help fulfill its mission of
rest, reflection and renewal, the Board of Directors is excited to raise $100,000 for the following:
Outdoor Pavilion
The pandemic raised awareness of the need for an outdoor, covered space for group gatherings. The Pavilion is a response to this need. It will be an open, protected space for prayers, ministry events, and group gatherings. The structure will be designed as a sacred space featuring a glass cupola and a labyrinth on the floor. A brick walkway
connected to the retreat house will provide an accessible path to accommodate strollers and wheelchairs.
Land Restoration
Nurturing creation is one of Pathways’ six values. Living this value, Meadowlands will be planted for beauty
and biodiversity, restored with native prairie grasses and wildflowers for a healthy ecosystem. Restoring the
land involves removing invasives, and paying attention to what nature wants and cooperating with the
generative forces of nature. In this open space, boulders for sky gazing will complement Pathways’ wooded
areas and trails.
Tree of Hope Devotional Room and Hammock Room
The Tree of Hope will feature a sculpture by a local artist and on which guests can tie strips of cloth for
personal prayer, similar to the traditional Celtic clootie (cloth) tree. A shaded area located underneath pine
trees, will provide space for guests to rest in hammocks.
How much are you hoping to raise?
The total cost for this is $155,000 and Pathways needs to raise $100,000. As Pathways continues to grow and
imagines future generations of spiritual seekers, the Board of Directors hopes to build on the success of
Pathways’ first 15 years, and guide it toward the future. This campaign to Restore the Soul and Restore the
Land is the next step toward this goal. Those involved in this campaign have personally committed over
$30,000 toward this project and Pathways has designated another $25,000 from memorial funds and other
contributions.
imagines future generations of spiritual seekers, the Board of Directors hopes to build on the success of
Pathways’ first 15 years, and guide it toward the future. This campaign to Restore the Soul and Restore the
Land is the next step toward this goal. Those involved in this campaign have personally committed over
$30,000 toward this project and Pathways has designated another $25,000 from memorial funds and other
contributions.
How can I help?
Please consider a tax-deductible contribution at a level that is appropriate to your circumstance:
Seed donations (Seed for matches)
Qty Gift Total Cumulative
2 20,000 40,000 40,000
1 10,000 10,000 50,000
Large donations (pre-public effort)
1 10,000 10,000 60,000
4 5,000 20,000 80,000
10 1,000 10,000 90,000
Public campaign
10 500 5,000 95,000
10 250 2,500 97,500
25 100 2,500 100,000
Seed donations (Seed for matches)
Qty Gift Total Cumulative
2 20,000 40,000 40,000
1 10,000 10,000 50,000
Large donations (pre-public effort)
1 10,000 10,000 60,000
4 5,000 20,000 80,000
10 1,000 10,000 90,000
Public campaign
10 500 5,000 95,000
10 250 2,500 97,500
25 100 2,500 100,000
Is my donation to Pathways Retreat tax deductible?
Pathways Retreat is a 501(c)3 Charitable Organization so your donation is fully tax deductible if you itemize
deductions. Pathways Retreat is not owned by any individual or group. It is an independent organization,
governed by a board of directors.
deductions. Pathways Retreat is not owned by any individual or group. It is an independent organization,
governed by a board of directors.
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