Welcome to Osprey’s Rest
Osprey’s Rest is a rustic retreat center for individuals and small groups located in Concord/ Kannapolis, just off of I-85, at 4338 Sapp Road, Concord.
This location offers a beautiful space to enter into God’s creation where you can find rest for your soul and companions with whom to experience Sabbath in community.
Come discover this working, sustainable farm that integrates gardens, fields and forest with wildlife, trails to explore, benches to rest and reflect, a pond to stroll alongside, honeybees and pollinators to appreciate and farm animals to interact with. There is a sacred worship space on top of a knoll and a picnic shelter for meals and gatherings. You are sure to feel that at Osprey’s Rest you are standing on holy ground.
Your Hosts
Our Site Host is Rev. Jerry Hagler, a retired United Methodist Local Pastor, and chief dreamer of Osprey’s Rest. From a child Jerry has loved the Earth and devoted his life to its care and protection! His highest calling is to be steward and guide to GOD’s enduring creation. As a pastoral minister his association with the Emmaus Community and School of the Spirit placed a keen edge upon his willingness to love, trust and walk with the Lord. Jerry desire is to create the circumstances where anyone can open their heart to the presence of God’s Spirit in the natural world.
Our Cohort Facilitator is a veteran participant of Sabbath Life. Rev. Jonathan Brake, an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church, has years of experience in spiritual formation, spiritual direction, retreat leadership, creation care, and contemplative ministries. Jonathan sees his role as providing a means of grace for ongoing personal and communal transformation among all who participate and seek a deeper walk with the Lord.
What to Expect
Learn more about the rhythm of a Sabbath Life Day by clicking HERE .
For a glimpse into what Sabbath Life is all about, watch this brief VIDEO.
To learn more and to register, contact:
Rev. Jonathan Brake: jbrake@wnccumc.net
Rev. Jerry Hagler: Jhagler34@gmail.com
