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            There's a reason to visit Barefoot Gardens.
 
                  1.) You need an encounter with Jesus Christ
                   2.) You need prayer
                   3.) You need rest
                   4.) You need a retreat
                   5.) You need a secluded place to host an event                                                                     
                   6.) You need refreshed under one of our teachings
                   7.) You need a body of Christ to embrace you
                   8.) You need the Master to touch you
                   9.) You need to host or join a retreat at the Gardens
                 10.) You need a pastor/minister to speak the truth,
                         the light, and the life of the Lord into your situation

 

 

Wireless Internet is available at the gardens.


About the Gardens:
Barefoot Gardens offers group writing, art, music, and poetry day retreats. Spend a day with some of Michigan’s best authors, artists, musicians, and poets. Individual writing consultations with award winning author, Cyndi Harper-Dieters are available. Cyndi’s flexible schedule makes it easy for you to work with her.


Barefoot Gardens is just 15 minutes NE of the Kent County Airport near historic Ada, Michigan. Although the 4500 square foot Southern Colonial captures the top of the property’s hill, nothing boasts more resoundingly than the gardens that lie hidden behind it.


Barefoot Gardens’ weather protected areas inspire the artist in you just as much as the gardens do. Perhaps the cinnamon washed walls of grandma’s porch will remind you of her apple pies. Mediterranean furniture gracing the sitting room allows you to sit and appreciate the art depicting woman’s earthly journey. The southwestern gathering room is a place to be with a friend or two, or just you and the Lord. You could let the fireplace bring forth poetic embers as you rest in the library. Snack in the dining hall or visit on one of the covered decks.


Barefoot Gardens:  A place to soak and pray renewing and refreshing your heart, soul, spirit, mind and body.


Majestically the willow sways effortlessly over the garden's arbor. The gates open and birds’ song serenade the elegant gracefulness. The East Garden scents lure you along the seashell bordered garden walk.
On its mosaic floor, the breakfast patio overlooks the herb garden where therapeutic sage and lavender aroma hang in the air. Flanked with all season bushes, butterflies, hummingbirds, and dragonflies eat more than breakfast in this room.
Texan pottery and large rocks along with the yellow ground cover protect hidden floral treasures In Michael’s Garden. Smoky greetings fill the air offering a warm place on the hearth of the stucco fireplace below in the Southwestern Garden Room.
Through the morning glory covered iron Wedding Arbor, paths lead into the Memorial Garden. After a walk along the red, white, and the blue, you can romance in the wedding garden, or watch wildlife play in the sixty-foot tall pine trees along the North Garden.
The sounds and sights of the Water Garden's stream, fountain, and waterfall will wash away your worries and refresh your soul.  The Prayer and Meditation garden offers seclusion for prayer, reflection, and meditation.



BAREFOOT GARDENS' FAITH STATEMENT

 

We believe in God the Father, Jesus Christ His Son born of a virgin (Isaiah 7:14), and the Holy Spirit (the Trinity; Mark 1:10-11).  We believe there is no other way to the Heavenly Father, but through Jesus Christ (John 14:6).  We believe that God became flesh (John 1:1 and John 1:14) as Jesus Christ and walked among men living a sinless life (2 Corinthians 5:21).  He was crucified, and died, and rose on the third day (1 Corinthians 15:4) and now sits at the right hand of God interceding for us (Romans 8:34).  We believe that Jesus Christ came for all that would call on His name and receive Him as their personal savior (John 3:16).  We believe that the Word of God - - - The Bible - - - was inspired and authorized by God (2 Timothy 3:16).  Furthermore, we believe the Holy Spirit dwells inside those saved through the blood of Jesus Christ (1 Corinthians 6:19) for the purpose of guiding our lives and giving discernment in our everyday life (John 14:26).  We believe that miracles and the healing powers of Jesus Christ are still available to this generation as it was in the past (Isaiah 53:5).  We believe in the second coming of Jesus Christ (Acts 1:11 and John 14:2 - 3).

 

Visit details
 
We offer a self-serve breakfast and coffee bar.  Although it is small, nothing is lacking.  We rise early every morning to provide
all your morning needs by 7:00 AM.  If your day begins earlier, we are happy to have fresh coffee and packaged sweets ready for
you.  Snacks available all the time. For those guests staying in the area for a few days, to help you cut food costs, you are welcome to bring your
own food and store it in our refrigerator in the kitchen. Everything in the kitchen is for your use to assist you in preparing all of your meals.
       
Many guests have stayed at Barefoot Gardens Christian Guest House for no other reason
than they wanted 'quiet-peaceful-time' with the Lord Jesus Christ.  We are very deliberate in preparing the place and creating the atomosphere
you need to meet with Our Lord.  If you need us to pray with you, we are happy to do so, just set a time with us during your visit.  During your stay
check out a book or two from Barefoot Garden's Library.  You may check out DVD's and Music for your laptop to enjoy in the privacy of your room. 
We are a short term, two weeks or less, Christian Guest House. We are not a homeless or domestic violence shelter.
We offer retreat packages for small groups, call us for details at 616-682-4668 new phone number as of May 14, 2012
e mail Cyndi Harper-Deiters at harperdeiters@aol.com or cyndi@bare-foot-gardens.com

 

 

Join us for Instruction from the Word Sunday Mornings at 10:00. Come and be blessed by the Word of God, Praise and Worship and Prayer. We have an amazing Children's Department---they'll love it!

 

Contact Us:

Barefoot Gardens Fellowship Ministries
New Phone Number 616-682-4668 as of 5/14/2012
Barefoot Gardens Christian Guest House
New Phone Number 616-682-4668 as of 5/14/2012
Old # 616-719-0505 ends on May 14, 2012
577 Alta Dale Ave SE
 

Speaking Ministry

Pastor Cyndi Harper-Deiters

 

These talks can be tailored to fit into a 45 minute or 90 minute Program

 

1. Women Only----"Underwear and Underwire----What's Holding You Up?" If it's not the true deal, then peel, and come home to real.

 

2. Mixed Gender---"Life is a Poem, but I'm not a Poet---Where do I go, when I don't fit in?"

 

3. Mixed Gender---"The Zacchaeus Movement"   When was the last time you were up a tree for Jesus?

 

4. Mixed Gender---"Coupled--Faith"   When your faith is drained, don't fake it...Couple yourself to a Saint full of faith..and you'll find yourself listed in the Scriptures under "The Hall of Faith." Even when you borrow it from another.

 

5. Mixed Gender---"Hello, my name is Jabez."  Breaking out of the natural environment you were born into and setting your citizenship straight

 

One Day Retreat:

 

Mixed Gender---"Relationship Mindfields" This is a 6 hour hands-on working retreat for those wanting to experience the fullness of the Joy the Lord intended in our personal relationships one-with-another.

 

Teens---"Relationship Mindfields" This is the same 6 hour hands-on working retreat as listed above, but modified to compliment the teens.

 

CHRISTIAN GUEST HOUSE
ON THE SHARED  GROUNDS OF
BAREFOOT GARDENS FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES
 Country Barefoot Gardens
Christian Guest House
 
Guest Rooms' highlights

When you visit Grand Rapids, Michigan area, you are invited to stay at Barefoot Gardens Ministry's Christian Guest House.  Featuring three guest rooms with full size beds. Private bathroom with the Dragonfly/Butterfly Room and a shared outside balcony.

The Country Room shares a bathroom with the Garden Room.  It has access to the outside shared balcony.  The Garden Room in the rear of the Ministry has the breathtaking view of the Gardens and the water features. Wireless Internet services available in each room. Just bring your personal items, we'll take care of the rest for you. 

 

To assure your peaceful visit, the guest rooms do not have television sets.  However, for your entertainment, the lowest level offers a Media Room with Surround Sound, Large Screen Television, VCR and DVD movie capability and over 50  basic cable channels.

 

Isaiah 32:18  (NIV) "My people will live in peaceful dwelling places, in secure homes
in undisturbed places of rest."
 
Romans 12:13 (NIV) "Share with God's people who are in need.
Practice hospitality."
 
YOUR LOVE DONATIONS ARE APPRECIATED
  FOR THE SERVICES PROVIDED AT BAREFOOT GARDENS'
  CHRISTIAN GUEST HOUSE
National/International Recommended Donations
Rooms with shared bathroom Single $35---$40 USD per night
Rooms with private bathroom $50---$65 per night maximum 2 guests
25% discount for Missionary/Pastor applies to the rooms listed above
Speciality Spaces or Suites begin at $75.00 per night--Call for details
Non-refundable deposits required when multiple rooms are reserved
616- 682- 4668 ask for Camellia Ferrer or Cyndi Harper-Deiters
 
Our Guest House is a
Member of Christian Hospitality Network
 
MasterCard, Visa and American Express Accepted (We reserve the right to add a 5% charge to total lodging fee for credit card payments)