By making a reservation at Shepherd's Refuge, the guest understands and will adhere to the following policies, eligibility, and statements:
Ministry Policies
- Statement of Faith (read below)
- No children allowed (except nursing mother and baby)
- No Pets allowed
- No Smoking on entire grounds and in all facilities
- Respect privacy of other guests
Eligible Guests:
- Vocational/Bi-Vocational Christian Pastors and their spouse. If retired or in transition, you must email our board to review your situation.
- Full-Time Church Staff in a Leadership Position and their spouse.
- Full-time Christian ministry staff in a leadership position and their spouse.
- Missionaries who are under the umbrella of an accredited mission organization and their spouse.
Statement of Faith
- We believe the Bible to be the inspired and the only infallible authoritative Word of God. (II Timothy 3:16-17; II Peter 1:20-21)
- We believe that there is one God, eternally existent in three persons: Father, Son and Holy Spirit. (Genesis 1:1; John 10:30, 37, 38)
- We believe in the deity of our Lord Jesus Christ, in His Virgin Birth, in His sinless life, in His Miracles, in His vicarious and atoning death through His shed blood, in His bodily resurrection, in His ascension to the right hand of the Father, and in His personal return in power and glory. (Isaiah 7:14; Matthew 1:23; Luke 1:35; Hebrews 4:15, 7:25, 9:12; John 2:11, 11:25; Colossians 1:13-14; Acts 1:11; Revelation 19:11-16)
- We believe that man is sinful by nature and that regeneration by the Holy Spirit is essential for his salvation. (Romans 3:19, 23; John 3:16-19, 5:25; Ephesians 2:8-10; Titus 3:5, 6)
- We believe in the continuing ministry of the Holy Spirit, by whose indwelling the Christian is enabled to live a godly life. (Ephesians 4:30, 5:18; I Corinthians 3:16, 6:9-20)
- We believe in the resurrection of both the saved and the lost. They who are saved unto eternal life and they who are lost unto eternal damnation. (John 5:28-29)
- We believe in the spiritual unity of believers in our Lord Jesus Christ. (Romans 8:9; I Corinthians 12:12-13; Galatians 3:26-28)
- We believe in the creation of man by the direct act of God. (Genesis 1:26-27, 5:1-2)
- We believe that marriage is a biblical institution established by God as clearly described in the scriptures. This Organization recognizes marriage exclusively as the legal union of one man and one woman in a lifetime covenant. The Bible teaches that legitimate sexual relations are exercised solely within marriage. (Gen. 2:21-25), (Matt. 19:4-6)
Covid-19 Awareness
As we continue to monitor the Coronavirus (COVID-19), we want to reassure you that the safety of our guests and team members is our top priority. At this time, we are conducting business as usual while using an abundance of caution in regards to the virus. We are following updates from both the World Health Organization and the Center for Disease Control and Prevention websites, as well as our governor’s declarations.
- We respect other's desire for social distancing/greetings and masking.
- We have increased the disinfection frequency in all high “Touch Point” areas.
- Team members have increased the frequency in which they wash their hands.
- Preventing the spread of the virus remains of utmost importance. We do so by staying in touch with our board of directors, and by monitoring any updates available from the WHO and CDC.
Cancellation & Deposit Refunds
Cancellations up to two (2) weeks in advance of arrival date will receive a full refund; however, later cancellations and/or cutting the booked stay short will forfeit the deposit. Extenuating circumstances will be reviewed on an individual basis.
In order to request a cancellation, please click the link to your reservation found at the bottom of your booking confirmation email. Click the Cancellation/Modification Request button on the right and complete the form.
Refunds will be processed within 10 days.
In order to request a cancellation, please click the link to your reservation found at the bottom of your booking confirmation email. Click the Cancellation/Modification Request button on the right and complete the form.
Refunds will be processed within 10 days.
