Thank you for joining in our work to offer hope and healing to grieving parents.

“He restores my soul.”

P S A L M 2 3 : 3

We create space for parents to grieve.

Grieving is hard work. We offer a place for parents who have lost a child to get away from daily demands so they can take one step closer to healing.

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Psalm 23

The LORD is my shepherd. He gives me everything I need. He lets me lie down in fields of green grass. He leads me beside quiet waters. He restores my soul. He guides me in the right paths for the honor of his name. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid. You are with me.

P23 Retreat offers retreat and respite to parents grieving the death of a child. Based on Psalm 23, we provide space for couples to connect with God and each other as they process their grief and continue the path to healing. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization who operates on the generous donations of those who support our mission.

"I arrived in despair... I'm leaving filled with hope."

— A Guest of a P23 Retreat
"The entire weekend felt like one big hug from God."

— A Guest of a P23 Retreat
"We felt so understood in our experience—from the very first moment."

— A Guest of a P23 Retreat
"Thank you for giving us the opportunity to reflect, heal and navigate the first memorial of our beloved son. A year ago, we left the hospital feeling empty, and today we leave [our retreat] comforted knowing that God’s magnificence is infinite and forever."

— A Guest of a P23 Retreat
"We are so thankful for everyone at P23 Retreat for giving us this gift to be able to take time for ourselves to focus on our grief and healing journey. We had such a beautiful and peaceful retreat in the mountains, filled with lots of reflecting, reading, journaling, and connecting with God. We appreciate everything P23 Retreat does, it truly makes a difference in our lives."

— A Guest of a P23 Retreat
"Thank you so much for your kindness, generosity, and especially for all of your prayers as we grieve the loss of our precious son. It has been an absolutely desperate time for us and we’re struggling with everything, even our faith. But we see His goodness working through you and couldn’t be more grateful to you all for lifting us up through the spirit of your amazing ministry. Thank you so much for your remarkable faith and grace. We have truly be blessed."

— A Guest of a P23 Retreat

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Thank you for joining in our work to offer hope and healing to grieving parents. Your financial contribution is tax-deductible and we are grateful for your willingness to partner with us.

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“Having experienced the death of a child ourselves, we founded P23 Retreat as a tangible way to encourage and love others while offering something practical that can have both immediate and lasting benefit to the family as part of their emotional health and healing.”

— Scott & Cindy Shufflebarger, Founders

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Resources for bereaved parents

We have a wealth of resources that we’ve gathered to help guide you in that first chapter after your loss. We have recommendations for books, support groups, events, and financial assistance.

List of resources