Network of Evangelical Women in Ministry
NEWIM is a network of Christian leaders who know the challenges of ministry and love to support one another.
For Women who Love and Serve Jesus
Retreats so you can serve out of your love for Jesus
Relationships with other leaders so you never feel isolated and alone
Resources for personal growth and ministry so you don’t have to recreate the wheel
Retreats
Draw near to Jesus on retreat with other women in ministry (Springs Retreats, Writers’ Getaway, Pastors’ Wives Retreats). NEWIM’s retreats are designed for the Christian woman in ministry who desires leisurely hours in a lovely safe space. A gently guided schedule gives hours to rest, walk in nature, and enjoy Christian devotional practices. “You will find rest for your soul” (Matthew 11:35).
Walking along the beach at the Springs Retreat - Northern California
Spring wildflowers at the Springs, Three Rivers, CA
Relationships
Isolation and loneliness are real. We all need safe, trusted relationships with peers. We have several options for how to meet others who serve Jesus. Come to a small group via Zoom. If you are married to a pastor, connect with other ministry wives. When you work on a church staff, or lead as a volunteer, friendships with leaders outside of our church community are a lifeline. You don’t have to walk alone.
Join us (online or in-person) and connect with new friends
Retreats | Life Coaching | Gatherings | Prayer | Book Club | Writers’ Group
Pastors’ Wives Retreat-April 2026
NEWIM Connects - Women we meet in-person, we connect with online
Resources
Looking for insights about caring for your own inner life? Retreat guides? Online Retreat Resources by women on the NEWIM Leadership Team?
Devotionals with reflections on how an understanding of God’s character changes everything?
There are resources that offer help for leading in ministry and ministry marriages in crisis. Find specific webpages for Women Married to Pastors, Soul Care, and Authors/Aspiring Writers. There are also interviews and helpful videos on NEWIM’s YouTube Channel.
Calendar — Join Us
Spring 2026
Spiritual Disciplines in Community | a monthly online group | meeting 2nd Tuesdays, 2026 | 9–10:15 a.m. PT / noon–1:15 ET | $25 | Learn More (scroll down)
Enjoying Books with Friends (Quarterly Book Club) | Double the Lies by Patricia Raybon | May 17, 2026 | Learn More
Connect with the Women of NEWIM | Monday, May 18, 2026 | Learn More
Circles of Connection (monthly online group just for pastors’ wives) | May 28, 2026 is the fourth meeting | Learn More
Fall 2026
The Writers’ Getaway (Three Rivers, CA) In-Person Writers’ Conference | Nov. 10–11 | $199 | Learn More
The Springs (Three Rivers, CA) In-Person Retreat | November 11–13, 2026 | Deadline: October 31 | $299 | Learn More
Winter 2027
The Springs (Prescott, AZ) In-Person Retreat | April 21–23, 2027 | Deadline: April 1, 2027 | $299 | Learn More | Register
Weekly/Monthly Online Groups
Prayer Group | Online Small Group | Thursdays @ 1 p.m. (PST) | Learn More
Writers Group | Online Small Group | Next meeting: Saturday, June 6 at 9 a.m. PT — Usually First Saturday of the Month 9–10 a.m. (PT) | Learn More
Spiritual Disciplines in Community | Online Small Group | 2nd Tuesdays @ 9 a.m. PT/ noon ET | Learn More
Circles of Connection | Online Small Group for pastors’ wives | generally 4th Thursdays @ 4 p.m. PT/7 p.m. ET | Learn More
NEWIM is for all women who love and serve Jesus
Be Part Of NEWIM’s Future
For 40 years, NEWIM has helped women in ministry rediscover the joy of their calling. Your generosity becomes part of the ongoing story of God’s work to strengthen women who serve him.
Give so more women can retreat, rest, and return to ministry renewed.
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