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We are in the midst of the time of year where gratitude, among many other positive reflections and demonstrations, has a heavy presence. Gratitude is emphasized, verbalized and hopefully demonstrated with family, friends, neighbors, and even with people ...... read more

For a decade, I lived as a pastor’s wife.... read more

Retreating is more than a getaway for the weekend with friends and colleagues. It’s a way to step back from the demands of our everyday life and find the richest and most intimate communion with God without the urgency of daily distractions. It’s...... read more

God created a woman because He saw that the man, Adam, was lonely and needed someone. These two lived in perfect harmony until they sinned... read more

We live in a world that is filled with a lot of noise. We are more globally connected than ever before in life, yet it seems we have more... read more

This week’s blog post is an essay that a current resident wrote. This resident recently graduated high school. He is now attending the... read more

Former foster care youth face many struggles after aging out of foster care. One of the biggest challenges they face is unemployment... read more

As the summer comes to a close and we spend our last days swimming in the lake, we are looking forward to hiking the Berkshires in the... read more

Volunteer: a person who freely offers to take part in an enterprise or undertake a task.... read more

When a group comes together, it’s a beautiful thing.... read more

Summer is winding down and colder weather will be here before we know it, but there is still plenty to do near the Retreat at Norwich Lake... read more

The Upper Cumberland of Tennessee is a beautiful part of the country with a uniquely diverse landscape. The ravines and ridges that... read more