announcement

Dear Friends of New Morning,

It was almost eight years ago that we first welcomed guests to New Morning Retreat Center in Hampshire, Illinois.  We have hosted individuals, families, and small groups for daylong retreats and overnight stays. It has been a joy to share the rural beauty of this four-acre oasis with so many, as stewards of this gift from God. We are appreciative of the tremendous support we have received from you, whether as guests or donors, those who have offered prayers or volunteered.  

As the writer of Ecclesiastes says, “For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven.” (3:1) We are in a season of change in our personal lives and our professional ministries, which will mean significant endings for us. It has been quite challenging to support ourselves financially in this endeavor.  The stress of needing to work either full-time or part-time, in addition to managing the property and providing hospitality and retreat leadership, has taken its toll.  We have discerned that it is time to bring this ministry to a close.  We have sold the property and will fulfill our commitments to upcoming retreats through May 2025.

We are thankful for your prayers during this time as we mark the loss of this ministry venture.  This property has been such a blessing and we will always be grateful to God.  Again, thank you for walking with us on this journey.

Grace and Peace,

Jenny R. Weber                    Matthew S. Eaton

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