From an Alternative Christian School Principal

"The Center for Teacher Renewal's first conference was just what my wife and I needed. The peaceful atmosphere and the carefully planned agenda set the tone for a wonderfully refreshing time of growing closer to our Lord. The staff seemed to know exactly what we needed as tired, frazzled educators of at-risk high school students. The retreat included 'solo' time, one-to-one time and small-group discussions, the ideal variety for working through vital relationship issues in our walk with Jesus. I was amazed at how the Lord blessed both the individuals who attended and the group as a whole. I believe that was because He was greatly pleased with the ethos the staff worked hard to create.  May there be many more CTR retreats in the near future!"                      -- Principal for 20 years in Colorado

From a Personal Retreatant

"Spending three days unplugged from my phone, computer and wired life was an absolute gift.  It was only when I slowed down enough to notice the small things…the chipmunk climbing the tree, the three-color sunset, the fresh mountain air filling my lungs…. that I could intentionally reflect and care for my soul.  At the Graham home I found a place of gracious hospitality, welcome and acceptance.  The well-thought out daily rhythm included rest, solitude, meditation, refreshment, time in nature and guided conversation -- all focusing me on my relationship with God. My ears and heart practiced being still and listening for that quiet, small voice -- an important refocusing that prepared me for the season ahead."
                                                     -- A School Administrator on a Personal Retreat

From a New Administrator

"As a new administrator, I came off our first year of school exhilarated but exhausted. I knew I needed a retreat, but I didn't even know if I had the energy to participate in one! Your leadership of the retreat was perfectly balanced between providing direction and guidance and allowing space for God to work, and work He did--providing rest, reassurance, encouragement, and direction for the year.'
                                                         -- A first year school administrator in Colorado