Hearing God's Call Together

A CBOQ Event exploring what it means to hear, discern, and respond to God's call to ministry.

What is ECHO?

Echo is more than a retreat. It is a sacred space to listen to God together.

Through worship, testimonies, storytelling, spiritual practices, teaching, workshops, mentoring moments, and community, Echo creates an environment where the Spirit can speak clearly.

Unlike many leadership events, Echo is not about recruiting people into ministry. It is about creating space to listen for God’s voice.

Why Echo is Different

Pastors Bring People

You don't send someone to Echo. You come with them.

Discernment Happens Together

Calling is best explored within community.

Every Stage of Life

Students, professionals, retirees, and second-career leaders are all welcome.

Event Details

Date: January 15-16, 2027

Where

Jackson's Point Retreat & Conference Centre

Who

Anyone sensing God’s call.
• Young adults
• Mid-career professionals
• Co-vocational leaders
• Retirees
• Existing church staff

Subsidy

We do not want costs to be an obstacle to attending an important event like this. Please consider reaching out to us at communications@baptist.ca if financial assistance would make it possible for you to participate. There is no shame in asking, we would be glad to explore subsidy options with you.

Cost

$150 – Pastor plus one person.
$50 – Each additional person.

Please note: you may bring up to 3 people with you.

Pastor, Who Will You Bring?

God continues to call workers, but it is through local pastors and churches that those calls are recognized, affirmed, and nurtured.

Someone asking deeper questions.

Someone with leadership gifts.

Someone others already look to spiritually.

Someone considering ministry after retirement.

Who Will You Bring?

YOUR PRESENCE MATTERS.

Research tells us that discernment happens best in relationship.

When pastors journey alongside those sensing God’s call, individuals hear God’s voice more clearly through Scripture, prayer, community, and affirmation.

You are not simply attending an event. You are helping someone listen.