Events
Chaplains Retreat 2025Wednesday, June 11 (3pm) - Friday, June 13, 2025 (1pm US/Eastern)The Episcopal School of Dallas
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“We are fragile creatures, and it is from this weakness, not despite it, that we discover the possibility of true joy.”
― Desmond Tutu, The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World
Please join us for this year's NAES Chaplains Retreat at the Episcopal School of Dallas. This retreat will be a time of renewal, learning, and fellowship. Over three days, engage in meaningful worship, thought-provoking workshops, and rich connection with fellow school chaplains, all while reflecting on the sacred work of chaplaincy in Episcopal schools.

Keynote Speaker
The Rt. Rev. Robert C. Wright, 10th bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta, is a dedicated advocate for Episcopal education. He has served on numerous school boards, in addition to the NAES Governing Board, and is a former chaplain of the Cathedral School in New York City. He holds degrees from Howard University and Virginia Theological Seminary, with additional studies at Oxford, Cambridge, and Harvard. His podcast, For People, has listeners in 100 countries, over 5,000 cities, and has over 300k downloads.Retreat Highlights
- Keynote address by the Rt. Rev. Robert C. Wright, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Atlanta
- Three blocks of workshops led by fellow school chaplains
- Daily worship services, including celebration of eucharist
- Opportunities for fellowship and relaxation
- Campus tour of the Episcopal School of Dallas
Registration Includes:
Registration includes a reception on Wednesday, June 11, 2025 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm.Who Should Attend:
Ordained and lay persons who serve in a capacity of school chaplain at an Episcopal school (preschool, elementary school, middle school, and/or high school), whether full-time or part-time.Meeting Attire:
Retreat attire is business casual.
Registration Fees:These fees are available through 05/28/2025 |
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Name | Price | Available To |
Member Regular | $500.00 | Members |
Non-Member Regular | $600.00 | Non-Members |
Cancellation and Other Policies:
Written cancellations received by email, fks@episcopalschools.org, no later than 5:00 p.m. (EDT), May 28, 2025, are entitled to full refund of the registration fee, less a $75 processing charge. Requests of any kind received after 5:00 p.m. (EDT) on May 28, 2025, will not be entitled to a refund of any kind.All registrations are subject to acceptance. Registrations received without payment will be returned. Registrations are NOT transferable and cannot be split among conference attendees.
Any and all liability of the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES) with respect to registration, reservations, cancellations, changes in the location or content of the program, and refunds is limited to a sum no greater than the registration fee paid. Under no circumstances shall NAES be liable for incidental or consequential damages of any kind, including, but not limited to, the cost of transportation or lodging. Submission of registration and payment constitutes acceptance of the terms and conditions herein.
General Hotel Information:
Registration does not include hotel reservations. To make your reservation at the The Westin Galleria Dallas, located at 13340 Dallas Parkway, Dallas, TX 75240, please click on the following link: Book your group rate for National Association of Episcopal Schools Chaplains Retreat. From there you can select your dates to make your reservation. If you have any questions or experience any issues in making your reservation please contact The Westin Galleria at (972) 934-9494, and mention the NAES Chaplains Retreat for the group rate. The rate is $229 plus tax, per night.For more information please contact:
Ms. Farrah StephensonMember Services & Events Coordinator
National Association of Episcopal Schools
Phone: (212) 716-6134
Fax: (212) 286-9366
Email: fks@episcopalschools.org