“This week is the best gift you will ever give yourself. The setting at the Oregon coast is magnificent and perfectly suited for a time of personal reflection and drawing close to our Lord.”

– Barbara P. (Newberg, Oregon)

“I came tired and depleted from the rigors and joys of ministry. Immediately when I stepped on the grounds I felt God’s hand descend and begin to wash away my depletedness. I come away refreshed, renewed, and remolded. Something significant, yet subtle, took place, and my encounter with the living God will continue to infuse my soul.”

– John S. (Corvallis, Oregon)

“My experience at Harbor Villa was so great. I got to spend so much time alone with the Lord, as well as really enjoy and learn from time in the community, and all this under the guidance of wonderful spiritual guides.”

– Andrew B. (Austin, Texas)

“[Sabbath by the Sea] offers a well-balanced retreat format that draws on the strengths of community, silence, sound biblical teaching, prayer, and God’s majestic creation of the Pacific Northwest. The entire experience is guided by caring, seasoned leaders who allow ample space for the Holy Spirit to work…. I highly recommend it!”

– Jeff R. (Newberg, Oregon)

“It’s an experience that is a blessing and something to remember for a lifetime. When I came I was tired, discouraged, and confused. But as the week went on, the Lord gave me rest, hope, and a clear mind through all the people and activities that happened. I leave with great joy!”

– Tracey P. (Kelso, Washington)

“[Sabbath by the Sea] has been an anchor in my spiritual journey — keeping me established in the midst of turbulent currents of life.”

– Ron M. (Rockaway Beach, Oregon)

“This retreat is a gift from God and to God. It is a time to receive great blessings and unload burdens. It’s been a time to simply adore our maker.”

– Paul A. (Newberg, Oregon)

“I came to the retreat with a desire to read, rest, and reflect. I was able to do so, which meant I could leave here renewed.”

– Michael G. (Cape Coral, Florida)

“It was a week “by still waters” for my soul, filled with rich and deep blessings of communing, not only with our living Lord but also with others in His body who were also hungering after Him.”

– Barbara B. (Istanbul, Turkey)

“…I could never have anticipated the rewards this week has given me.”

– Jean M. (Vancouver, Washington)

“Sabbath by the Sea was better than I had hoped for! I was given the space and freedom to seek and hear and be with God in my own unique way, in the shared community of saints. It was a great joy and pleasure. The time was facilitated with grace and compassion.”

– Kim S. (Newberg, Oregon)

“I cannot recall another time in life that I have been able to set aside so many days in a row for prayer, listening, reading, and reflection. It was a wonderful time of growth and renewal. The leadership, camp support staff, accommodations, location, the community we experienced with others, and the obvious presence of God all fit together to make this a very meaningful retreat.”

– Cliff L (Wichita, Kansas)