“…if you penetrate to Nature’s heart, you meet God. “Of him, and through him and to him are all things”. (F.B.Meyer – taken from “The Way Into the Holiest”)
OVERVIEW:
Heavenly Home & Green Retreat – a charitable, not for profit organization which provides beautiful scenery and tranquility – a place for spiritual, intellectual, emotional and physical renewal and development. Through the enjoyment of nature, it will deepen participant’s relationship with the creator. By revealing the purpose and the heart of God’s design, the Retreat will inspire people to live according to God’s plan and the fullness of life.
Ecology Centre will be used to show the amazing creations of God. It includes two parts, the animal part and plant part. The animal part will include vertebrates (including small mammals, reptiles, birds, fish, etc.) and invertebrates (bees, Butterfly) or their specimens. A plant part mainly includes a large collection of native and exotic plants, which will be coordinated with around pastures, forests and meadows.
The Centre will also use photos, radio and video to demonstrate the classification, ecological environment and related knowledge. It will exhibit endangered species, provide trainings and educations on survival or recovery of species and their habitats to ensure the health and well-being of animals in captivity and the wild. These entire exhibitions and activities will show God’s wisdom and glory in His creations and teaches men how to be good stewardship.
It will also act as a “green” education place that trains and equips visitors to live, work in a healthier, sustainable manner – to be responsible for our environment which will benefit ourselves as well as future generations. The site will be carefully designed by planners, engineers and architects according to LEED standards. The former existing buildings on-site will be transformed into “green” conference halls, exhibition rooms and dwelling units. Sustainable concepts and practices – ‘green’ building materials; water and energy-saving implementation will be illustrated.
An organic garden area including vegetables and fruit trees will be created to help visitors know the local healthy food choices and how to apply them in their daily living. Our intention is to educate visitors how to transform their living space into “green homes” and their front and back yards into organic, dynamic and thriving gardens.
Recreation
Trails, creeks, camp sites and hilly terrain will enable people to enjoy nature and strengthen their physical and emotional health. The Retreat is located on 80 acres of lush fields surrounded by maple and fir trees that offer breathtaking views through all the seasons. The Skootamatta River flowing through the site provides a vivid channel for wild life and fishing activities. The rolling landscapes make the resort interesting and challenging for hiking and biking. A playground will be formed for the children.
Spiritual Renewal
Hosea 4:6, “My people are destroyed for lack of knowledge”. We will regularly (especially weekends & statutory holidays) hold gospel fellowship and camps; invite Christian leaders, mature ones in Christ to teach the Word of God, conduct trainings, conferences and fellowships for building up the Body of Christ. Christians will invite their friends to share their joy of salvation, pray for their practical needs and help them to receive Christ who is the Lord of lords and King of kings.
We truly believe the “Heavenly Home & Green Retreat” will refresh the body, soul and spirit of people through re-connection, rejuvenation and recreation; It will be supported by generous and compassionate communities who believe and are actively involved in our mission!