When you find something valuable, you hang on to it. My wife Diana and I consider ALR one of the most important activities we do. It's hard to imagine where my life would be without these retreats...
ALR -- just saying those letters brings up memories of great times -- with God and with friends. I love ALR for so many reasons: the quiet times, the praise and worship, the campfire, the great food...
I have to be honest, quiet time is not my favorite thing in the world. But coming to ALR has helped me to see how important it is, and I'm learning to appreciate spending time with God. I'm understanding more and more how to hear his voice...
Over the years God has shown me so much at ALR. I can look back at times when I would be dealing with a certain thing and how I got the answer during my quiet time here at the retreat. There's something special about this place...