THE PEOPLE who choose Sabbatical at SAT -- mid-life and beyond, women and men, lay persons, religious and priests -- bring a wealth of ministerial experience with them.  They are teachers, nurses, volunteers, pastors, administrators, and those who do it all in the missions.  Often they come weary; sometimes confused; always they are hopeful!  They seek to enhance their old ministries or they look for new ways to serve.

Gathering Around the World at SAT
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SAT participants are mature Christians from around the world.  Initially a diverse group, SAT participants come to know themselves and one another more deeply and to appreciate the gifts each person brings.  They relax; they explore new ideas and play and worship together.   They explore new insights about their spirituality and theology and ministry.  Renewed, they return to their previous ministry or respond to new challenges.  They are salt for the earth.