Shepard's Haven of Rest Ministries

Cherlyn and I just got back from a weekend retreat with Charlie and Suzanne Grigsby of the Shepherds' Haven of Rest Ministries.

We stayed at the Cornerstone Victorian B&B in Warrensburg New York. The retreat began on Thursday at dinnertime. We got to know three other couples who had come to share the blessing. One couple was a pastor and his wife from our association. Another couple came from a neighboring Baptist Association. And one couple are Youth for Christ Missionaries in Honduras.

Everything was provided for our comfort. Breakfast at Cornerstone is always unique. Doug and Louise are the host family at Cornerstone Victorian. Louise prepares breakfast with delicious fresh baked goods along with granola and side dishes. Coffee, tea and other drinks are always available. Each room has its own bath and is graciously appointed for guest comfort. On Saturday morning we had a very special five course breakfast that was a real treat. Suzanne Grigsby prepared lunch and supper. She is an excellent cook! On Saturday night we went to a nice restaurant nearby. Again, everything was paid for for us.

(The following is copied from: http://shorministries.com/)

The purpose of Shepherds' Haven of Rest Ministries is to provide a ministry of spiritual help and encouragement to pastors and wives (including staff members and wives) that serves to rekindle the fires of their passion for God and ministry as well as their love for each other.

To renew their spiritual lives, their walk with the Lord, their marriage, and their ministry through worship, relaxation, solitude, counseling, and encouragement.

To refresh their bodies, minds, and spirits.

To refocus their sense of God’s calling and purpose for their lives.

To restore their passion for God, for their marriage, and for ministry.

The long-term goal of the ministry is to help curb the dropout rate of pastors and to see men serve the Lord in power and joy.

Each couple who are invited to attend are asked to relax, enjoy the area, and be present at supper with the other guests. All expenses are paid for or provided for by Shepherds'. Haven of Rest. The one other "requirement" is to spend an hour or two with Charlie and Suzanne so they will understand how to pray for you and your ministry. The prayer time with very special and uplifting.

We attended church Sunday morning with the host family, the Grigsby's, and the missionary couple at New Hope Baptist Church in Queensberry, New York.

We added new eternal friends and were refreshed and encouraged. If you ever have the opportunity to attend a SHOR retreat I hope you do so.

Waylen Bray