Journal

Category: Coracle News

Thanks to Carol Jackson!

I’ve lost count of how many years (OK, not really…19 years) that Carol Jackson has been a dear friend to me, a partner in ministry, and deep sister in the Lord.   We teamed up on so many projects at The Falls Church that I (honestly this time) actually have lost...

A Personal Word As Fall Comes Into View

Dear fellow-pilgrims, as is often with these letters, I like to finish by offering a deep treat at the end, so read all the way to the and find out what it is this time.   And as you know, from time to time I like to offer a more personal letter to let you know of...

What’s Next For Coracle?

I was asked recently to fill out a few questions about Coracle, and this one was one of them:   What three dreams do you have for this church/non-profit? And here’s the answer: “1.  Take the next clear step.   2.  Then take the next clear step.   3.  Then take...
Coracle in Northern Virginia

Coracle in Northern Virginia

A common sentiment among those who retreat at Corhaven is how powerful it is simply to step back from the noise, and be still, and create space for God to enter in and speak, and even more than that, to encounter God’s love again. Simply stepping away from daily...
Good, New, and Exciting for 2015!

Good, New, and Exciting for 2015!

Dear friends and fellow-pilgrims!   This is one of those occasions when I want to personally share some important developments for all of us and a few sentiments.   Thanks for reading to the bottom, and I’ll be as brief as I possibly can!  If you make it all the way...
Farther and More! Help for 2015

Farther and More! Help for 2015

Dear dear friends and fellow pilgrims,  Happy Advent to you!  A new year dawns.  A great year has passed.   I want to tell you about the amazing 2014 that Coracle has had.  Truly, God is giving us great grace to see our mission actually happen, “inspiring and enabling...

“Running for Home”

School is coming, people are returning from summer trips, and that means everyone is running for home.  With the addition to the Woodshop coming to a close as well, we are getting ready for people making Corhaven their temporary home: making peace and bonding with...

“1201 in 5” Campaign

Dear friends and fellow-pilgrims, it’s summer so I’m going to keep this short and sweet!  So many good things are going on with Coracle and at Corhaven, and more is coming.   We’re at a place of being more ready and really wanting to invite more people into the...
Making Impact…

Making Impact…

Impact- A forceful contact or influence. I think it is safe to say that the new addition to the woodshop at Corhaven has made an impact on the space.  Dirt has been dug, concrete has been poured, and walls have been put up.  The shape of the rectangular retreat...
Ground Has Been Broken!

Ground Has Been Broken!

And so it’s begun!  The addition to the Woodshop has been in progress for about a week now, and below we have a snap-shot from early in the progress. Please pray about this project and those involved to make it happen including donors and workers!  Prayers also...
“The Bathroom and More” Project!

“The Bathroom and More” Project!

  Friends and fellow-pilgrims, we’ve heard your cries!  And so, it seems, has God.  He’s been providing wonderfully already, and now we need your help. If you’ve been out to Corhaven, you know the need.  It’s the most consistent feedback we’ve received from...

Making Next Year Happen This Year

Dear friends and fellow-pilgrims, I’m genuinely excited to ask for your help to enable Coracle to grow in the coming year, but you’ll have to wait til the bottom of this letter for the details about that. There is just so much really good stuff to share first! After...
Recent Reports on Retreats at Corhaven

Recent Reports on Retreats at Corhaven

Some wonderful women who’ve recently come to Corhaven for retreats have blogged about what they experienced. Read reflections from Lori Smith and Sarah Klotz. We continue to be amazed and grateful for how God meets people here. It’s not what we...

“The Field to Fork was Awesome!”

The Field to Fork Fundraiser Dinner at Corhaven was a success!  Everybody enjoyed themselves, and it could not have happened without Tara Haley, whom organized the evening, and many volunteers who helped make it possible.  We spent time in fellowship with each other,...