At this time we ONLY offer day 
visits which include the following: 
 
·          Seating for up to 10 
      for small group discussions. 
 
·      A furnished kitchen 
      complete with  table 
      and 4 chairs, stove,
       small microwave,
       refrigerator, sink, 
      coffee pot and tea pot. 
 
·      Coffee both decaf 
      and half decaf. 
      A variety of flavored tea,
      cocoa & bottled water. 
 
·          Snacks such as granola bars, 
      chips, cookies, etc. as available. 
 
·          Paper products, including 
      napkins, plates, plastic
       ware and cups.
 
·          A small radio/CD player. 
 
·          Music CD’s of various 
      instrumental music.
       Feel free to bring your 
      own to listen to or use 
      ours and enjoy. 
 
·          A variety of books 
      on spiritual growth 
      and development for
      you to read while you are here.  
 
·          Behind the cottage is 
      3 1/2 acres of property
       that you may walk and enjoy.  
 

   

  Hopewood Retreat Ministries was founded in 2000 with the ultimate vision of providing a place for individuals to stay for short periods of time in order to experience what it means when the scripture says “be still and know that I am God.” The still, small voice of our Lord can easily be drowned out amidst  the clamor of daily life - especially when we encounter painful and often confusing events in life such as the loss of a loved one through death or divorce, career changes and job stresses, when children leave home or when a family member suddenly requires extraordinary care. Sometimes we face issues that require privacy and confidentiality and long for a place that understands this. And, all of us, at one time or another, can sense the “call to the quiet” to enter into deeper fellowship with our Lord and receive His fresh direction for our lives. For many, finding a safe place for this purpose can be difficult and that is why we believe God has called Hopewood into existence. 

    Recognizing that even Jesus Himself needed to periodically go away to a quiet place, the vision of Hopewood is to help people who are distracted by the frantic pace of life, find the privacy, serenity and support they need for spiritual refreshment and direction. The following are pictures of the cottage and testimonies from several people who have discovered the blessings of the Hopewood Cottage.

 

 

 

 

·          Cottage Reservations:

You may reserve the cottage for single use or small group (no more than 6) for a day of quiet. Usually a week’s notice is all that is necessary. Call (440) 984-4673 for reservations. (We have no over night stay available at this time.)

·          Come Away to the Quiet:

A Retreat that features a weekend away in Ohio Amish Country. Usually held in mid November. It is a chance to spend extended quiet time to refresh, reflect and rejuvenate. Call for your brochure to register. Space is limited. *

·          One Day Retreats:

Several times throughout the year we offer one day retreats on topics such as anxiety, depression, boundaries, burnout, etc. Check the calendar to see when we will be having our one day retreats.