Where can you find Geocaching, hiking, lawn games and a vineyard all in one place? If you answered the Restoration Retreat, you’d be right! There are only a few spots remaining and the October 2 deadline to sign up is fast approaching. If you act now, you can secure your spot to join in on […]
There are many opportunities for fellowship at the upcoming Fall Retreat. Over the past few years, a small group has taken advantage of enjoying other Resto-folk and God’s beautiful nature by taking Friday (October 14) off from work and hiking in the Shenandoah Valley before the official start of the Fall Retreat on Saturday morning. […]
10. Limited internet and cell reception (that’s a good thing!) 9. Crisp, cool autumn weather and fall foliage 8. We heard a rumor that there may or may not be square dancing 7. Politics-free zone 6. Smores 5. Bike ride and beer (yes, seriously) 4. Go hiking with Liz! 3. Wine tasting for the […]
Sign up for this small group by emailing David Griffin. “Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the wicked, nor stands in the way of sinners, nor sits in the seat of scoffers; but his delight is in the law of the Lord, and on his law he meditates day and night. (Psalm 1:1-2) Thousands of years ago, the Psalmist recognized […]
Oh, the irony! Just one week after we encouraged you to use the parking lot at the corner of N. Quincy and 15th St., we’ve learned of an event happening this Sunday, June 5 from 7:00 am to 10:30 am. The following streets could be blocked off: N. Quincy St. between Washington Blvd. and N. […]
Today is Restoration’s 6th birthday. We remember the celebration we had in 2009 at the Ballston Hilton and we celebrate all the opportunities we have had to welcome people home in 2016. Here are some highlights from this year: We have lived in our space— eaten meals, laughed, cried, prayed, sang. We have hosted […]
Well, thanks for asking. About a year ago, I was invited by The Telos Group to join a pilgrimage that was headed to the Holy Land in 2015. Telos strengthens the capacity of American faith communities – and especially American evangelicals – to help positively transform the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Their vision is security, freedom, and dignity for […]
I like to think I can tell lies from truth, but it is surprisingly difficult at times. The hardest lies to decipher are often the one that swarm around inside of our heads, trapping us in dark places and keeping us away from the light of truth. On April 24 I will start leading New […]
Hey everyone, Small Groups have officially begun and we are so excited! Robert Moore, a member of Restoration, has had an incredible experience through small groups and has graciously offered to share some of his story. “Being a part of a small group at Restoration has not just been a good experience for me from […]
In case you haven’t seen it, there is a new cross in the Sanctuary. It’s a gift from a guy who likes wood and likes to make stuff out of wood. Here’s the story behind it . . . Building an Old/New Cross By Steve Brooks September 11, 2011 My dad is a retired furniture […]