BCM/D Annual

“We have no money.”
“A vacation is a luxury we can not afford.”
“What will the church do while we’re away?”
“My congregation is always traveling. When do I get my break?”

As a pastor or other minister at your church, have you ever made one of the above statements or asked one of those questions? Sure you have! We all do. Admit it.

Now let’s do something about it.

Just a few weeks ago, my family got to spend a few days at the newly remodeled Shepherd’s Rest at Skycroft Conference Center in Middletown, MD. It turned out to be one of the greatest five days of my life.

Shepherd’s Rest is a beautiful, three-bedroom home in it’s own little corner of Skycroft. If you are a minister on staff at a BCM/D church, you can sign up to spend either two separate three-night stays a year or a consecutive six-night stay within a year. It has a really nice kitchen stocked with utensils if you wish to cook, or if a group is using the cafeteria at Skycroft, you’re allowed to eat there.

Did I mention this is ALL FREE?

No, I am not a paid endorser of Shepherd’s Rest. Can’t be. It’s FREE! And this article is one hundred percent unsolicited. I’ve just spent an amazing time of reconnecting with God and my family and I want you to have the same opportunity. Here’s how my stay went:

I arrived at Shepherd’s Rest on a Wednesday and spent the next two days in solitude. During that time I experienced a renewal in prayer and personal communion with God. It was also during that time that God pointed out several areas of my life in need of improvement and I returned with a long list of to-do’s.

On Friday of that week, my wife picked up our oldest from school and joined me there. We spent Saturday and Sunday exploring the gorgeous natural surroundings, visiting some tourist spots, and worshiping together as a family. It was one of the best weekends our family of five has ever had together.

Shepherd’s Rest exists largely because of the efforts of David and Sherry Lee. Their vision to minister to pastors and their families is carried out in this mountainside house. You can see Mrs. Lee’s loving touches in all the furnishings and experience the truth of God’s Word with walls that are adorned with scripture. Thank you, Dr. & Mrs. Lee for providing such a place.

I personally believe the ground at Skycroft to be hallowed. Life change has occurred there. Countless teenagers have found new life in Jesus there. Lay leaders have found significance in ministry there. And God, on His Mountain, has a purpose waiting for you there.

Just to answer the questions above: you can’t get much cheaper than free; your church will survive; the time is now. Click here for pictures, and booking information.

Go and connect with your Creator.

-BP