Blog • Broom Tree Ministries

Strengthening the Church One Pastor at a Time

Free 5-day Spiritual Retreats

Request Invitation!

Help send a pastor to a retreat.

Donate Here

Learn More and View Our Video

Watch the Video

Elijah, Pastors, and The Broom Tree

Elijah received more than rest—he received a gift that became revelation for the world.

God met him in his critical hour with practical provision and miraculous presence, and that encounter sparked a holy “aha” that brought clarity and challenge. Its ripple has blessed every generation since.

We aim for a similar impact.

At Broom Tree Ministries, pastors and their spouses step into sacred space—uninterrupted time with God wrapped in rest, reflection, and beauty. We prioritize what nourishes the soul and strengthens marriages: good food, unhurried rhythms, and plenty of time together. Again and again, guests encounter holy “aha” moments that bring clarity and courage for the next season of ministry.

Since 1997, we’ve been strengthening the church one pastor at a time—because every gift received here multiplies into spiritual and emotional health for families, neighborhoods, and workplaces.

Donate to provide for a pastor and their congregation

Broom Tree Ministries is a 501c3 public foundation and all gifts are tax-exempt

Donate

Broom Tree Retreats

Broom Tree Ministries Retreats at
Green Lake CC in Green Lake, WI and The Shack Christian Retreat & Conference Center near White Cloud, MI

For more information go to the Retreats tab

More Details

Donate

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Spiritual Retreat?

It is a strategic withdrawal from the "world" in order to be alone with God.

Why take a spiritual retreat?

Jesus is the model – He routinely took his disciples away or went away by himself. God often speaks in a still small voice – we need solitude to hear Him.

What can we expect?

Let God set the agenda – be expectant. Be ready for peaceful, quiet and beautiful surroundings with plenty of uninterrupted time. God always shows up – He is true to his promise.

Why is there a Broom Tree Ministry?

It was God’s idea and He called Dwayne & Rita Hanon to start this type of ministry and Jon & Sue Wiziarde to continue leading it. He is calling others as well. Our society needs Christian pastors who are close to God – ministry often leads them away. Weariness makes leaders lose their courage – rest restores courage. Pastors and their spouses are often separated from each other because of ministry pressure.

What is done on a spiritual retreat?

Follow one of the program guides or design your own. Disconnect from the world by observing a media fast. Get proper rest. Listen more than you speak. Listen through God’s Word and prayer. Listen through music or by just watching His creation. Listen through the books provided to help direct this type of retreat.

Why are they Free?

This concept is fairly new to the protestant church in America. Many churches do not provide the time away or the money for a pastor couple to go on a retreat. Hundreds of donors support Broom Tree Ministries. Just as salvation is a free gift and evidence of God’s love, so these retreats are free so that pastor couples have more tangible evidence of His love for them.

Don’t take our word for it

"My journey continues, folks.
It continues.

I thank you for the opportunity to come, relax, and connect with God, my wife, and my calling. May the Lord richly bless you in the days to come"

Lee (John 15:16)

Photo Gallery

This slideshow requires JavaScript.

Join Us

To be considered for 5-day Retreat, please take a moment to complete our application for invitation.
You will schedule a phone interview as part of the application process. We will review your application and talk with you at the phone appointment that you schedule.

We look forward to hearing from you!