Gove Hill is quickly losing its leaves, trees are becoming dormant, and the sleep of winter is ahead. Sometimes I have a hard time settling down into a “non-productive” state. I always have the feeling I should be doing something on my list. Still Jesus calls us to times of rest. It may not look productive, but it is. Just as the trees store themselves up against the winter storms, they are quietly preparing for the season of growth that will return in the spring. We too need those quiet seasons of preparing and renewal. That is what a retreat at Gove Hill is all about. Come; feel dormant for a few days. Sink your roots down deep in God’s depths and prepare for the next season to come.
Cabin Renovation project: The decking for the new porch needs to be built to better access the structure. When we raised the foundation, we removed the old stairs and the ease of access. The next step of gutting the old fixtures in preparation for the new. Volunteers on your schedule or on our workdays are most welcome.
Gazebo project: The Gazebo is coming together. The skirt, benches and electrical fixtures are the remaining details to complete Skilled labor is welcome to help with these finishing tasks. Pictures are on facebook of the project.
Energy Audit Gove Hill has had an energy audit that strongly recommends increased insulation in our attics. Just with this improvement alone we could reduce air loss of 20%. Our budget is stretched with the purchase of the furnace, but we hope to address this within 2012 or sooner if funding becomes available. Other smaller yield efficiency projects, such as windows and doors, will come after this larger project is complete.
Spring Arts Retreat 2012 will be on May 4-6, 2012. Workshops in Landscape painting with illustration, led by Reed Prescott or Photography, led by Jim Mauchly, will be presented. Registration will be starting soon.
Writers’ conference 2012 is schedule for July 13-15. More information will be coming this fall.Songwriting Conference 2012is scheduled for July 20-22. Bill and Kay Pere will be running this conference again. They are skilled teachers with a firm understanding of the creative process that will help you get started or refine your songwriting skills.
Camp needs
Gove Hill serves people from many walks of life. Some are less able to afford coming than others. We strive to make retreats at Gove Hill affordable. Your assistance makes this ministry possible. Thank you for your donations. They keep Gove Hill available to all. Donations may be sent to Gove Hill or the region office with an earmark for Gove Hill. Here are a few items Gove Hill could use.
Contact Bill and Bernice for details. We are here to serve you! Need to plan ahead? We are also receiving bookings for late fall 2011 and into 2012. There is time in November so don’t wait to schedule yours! Mid-week dates are available in the fall still. Check out the calendar on our website, www.govehillretreat.org, for specific dates open. Collaborate with churches near by for a weekend retreat for youth, adults or family groups. Advanced planning helps you get the dates you wish. govehill@abcvnh.org or 802-785-4000.
Cabin Renovation project: The decking for the new porch needs to be built to better access the structure. When we raised the foundation, we removed the old stairs and the ease of access. The next step of gutting the old fixtures in preparation for the new. Volunteers on your schedule or on our workdays are most welcome.
Gazebo project: The Gazebo is coming together. The skirt, benches and electrical fixtures are the remaining details to complete Skilled labor is welcome to help with these finishing tasks. Pictures are on facebook of the project.
Energy Audit Gove Hill has had an energy audit that strongly recommends increased insulation in our attics. Just with this improvement alone we could reduce air loss of 20%. Our budget is stretched with the purchase of the furnace, but we hope to address this within 2012 or sooner if funding becomes available. Other smaller yield efficiency projects, such as windows and doors, will come after this larger project is complete.
Spring Arts Retreat 2012 will be on May 4-6, 2012. Workshops in Landscape painting with illustration, led by Reed Prescott or Photography, led by Jim Mauchly, will be presented. Registration will be starting soon.
Writers’ conference 2012 is schedule for July 13-15. More information will be coming this fall.Songwriting Conference 2012is scheduled for July 20-22. Bill and Kay Pere will be running this conference again. They are skilled teachers with a firm understanding of the creative process that will help you get started or refine your songwriting skills.
Camp needs
Gove Hill serves people from many walks of life. Some are less able to afford coming than others. We strive to make retreats at Gove Hill affordable. Your assistance makes this ministry possible. Thank you for your donations. They keep Gove Hill available to all. Donations may be sent to Gove Hill or the region office with an earmark for Gove Hill. Here are a few items Gove Hill could use.
- · Two Twin size mattress sets and bed frames new or excellent condition used
- Wood splitter
- Donations for improving energy efficiency (insulation, refrigeration)
- Donations for 60 KW standby generator for manor house.
- Building materials for the cabin renovation project.
Contact Bill and Bernice for details. We are here to serve you! Need to plan ahead? We are also receiving bookings for late fall 2011 and into 2012. There is time in November so don’t wait to schedule yours! Mid-week dates are available in the fall still. Check out the calendar on our website, www.govehillretreat.org, for specific dates open. Collaborate with churches near by for a weekend retreat for youth, adults or family groups. Advanced planning helps you get the dates you wish. govehill@abcvnh.org or 802-785-4000.
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