# Annual Board Retreat

The Board year kicks off with a summer retreat. The retreat is typically 1½ days and is planned by the President and Vice President/President-Elect.

This annual retreat offers an opportunity for the members to get to know one another at an off-site location and begin building community as they look to the shared work and responsibilities ahead.

 Retreat agenda items may include:

- Setting Board goals for the year
- Writing/Revising the Board Covenant
- Board self-monitoring
- Reviewing Board Handbook
- Affirming Board meetings, roles and committee assignments
- Discussing the mission, values and vision of our church
- Orienting new members to Policy Governance
- Socializing and learning each other’s stories
- Spiritual and creative practices
- Connecting with Senior Minister