In early Christianity, a hermitage was a place where people lived to be on their own with God. A place to escape the temptations of the world. Today hermitage describes a place one can get away to, to be alone with God. It is a place away from the distractions of life. A place of solitude and silence.

In partnership with Bayside Camp, CBAC Clergy Formation & Wellness Department has established a hermitage project called Panim Hermitage

Panim, is the Hebrew word that means face, face of God and God's presence. We hope that Panim Hermitage will be a space where pastors can meet with God face to face

The Priestly Blessing in Numbers 6:24-26 NIV uses Panim twice, “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”

The Hermitage will be open from January to April and September to November.

It is open to Ministry Leaders and workers

3 night minimum stay.

Hermitage basic stay is $150.

Additional nights are $40 each night.

Spiritual direction sessions may be available through CBAC.