South Church Retreat 2026

July 19 - July 22 or 26

Breathing Peace, Living Love

Our theme this year, Breathing Peace, Living Love, guides a welcoming, multi-generational week focused on reflection, creativity, and deepening our connections both within our South Church community and with the wider Star Island family. Join us for workshops, worship, laughter, and plenty of time to slow down on the rocks.

 

Minister of the Week 

Rev. Ellen Quaadgras, South Church, Portsmouth, NH

 

Children’s Program

We are on the island at the same time as Building Bridges, so they graciously offer to include any children from the South church retreat in their children’s programming.

 

Program Fees

Program fees are now paid directly during the registration process along with your Room and Board deposit. 

$15 per person / per night (6 years and older)

Full Week:

Adults (18+) 

Standard Shared: $1,325 | Standard Single: $1,890

Motel Shared: $1,665 | Motel Single: $2,435

Youth 

Under 6: Free | 6-11 years: $615| 12-17 years: $880

 

Partial Week Sunday- Wednesday:

Adults (18+) 

Standard Shared: $635 | Standard Single: $880

Motel Shared: $790| Motel Single: $1,180

Youth 

Under 6: Free | 6-11 years: $300| 12-17 years: $425

Boat Schedule

7-night option:

Departure from Portsmouth TBA

Departure from Star Island TBA

3-night option:

Departure from Portsmouth 2:45 pm

Departure from Star Island 8:50 am

Questions?

Email the registrar Joe McEachern – hello2joem@gmail.com

Register

Registration opens January 15th.