We provide retreats and lodging for people in Christian Ministry. Guests stay in one of our three cabins located on 140-acres of mountaintop forest near Spokane, Washington. While here, they can set their own schedule, spend time alone with God, relax, pray, think, and connect with their spouse and family. Additional resources are available for people in crisis or experiencing burnout.
We provide retreats and lodging for people in Christian Ministry. Guests stay in one of our three cabins located on 140-acres of mountaintop forest near Spokane, Washington. While here, they can set their own schedule, spend time alone with God, relax, pray, think, and connect with their spouse and family. Additional resources are available for people in crisis or experiencing burnout.
We invite people involved in all aspects of Christian ministry to retreat here: pastors, counselors, church leaders, nonprofit staff, missionaries, chaplains, teachers, and aid workers. We are non-denominational and unaffiliated with any particular churches or groups.
Our mission is to provide rest and rejuvenation for Christian ministry workers. Our goal is that each person return to their ministries refreshed, refocused, energized, and better equipped for effective service.
Not everyone who retreats here comes for the same reasons. For example, one family might come here for a fun vacation while another family is here because they burned out on the mission field and are in crisis.
Nothing! This is a gift to those serving the Lord. Our desire is that each person will return to their ministries refreshed, refocused, and better equipped for effective and sustainable service.
Due to the nature of our ministry, reservations are by invitation only. Some restrictions apply. To receive an invitation, fill out our form and select the dates for your retreat. We will review your request and based on availability send you an invitation to join us.
“It has been so good to be able to ‘get away’ and refresh ourselves with Jesus. We are at a point in life of making a major decision and we needed this time to ourselves without the responsibility to others. May God continue to bless you ministry. Our love and prayers for you both. Thank you.”
Dr. Roger & Diana Ward
Board Members
Former Missionaries to Mexico
Bob & Ruth Silver
Board Members
Retired Pastor & Counselor
Jay & Tiffany Paulson
Ministry Directors
In 1964 Dean and Cordie Barber felt that God was calling them to create a place of rest and retreat for weary Christian workers. The Lord gave Cordie a vision of a mountain viewed through the branches of a pine tree, and while looking at a piece of property for sale, she saw Mt. Spokane through the pines, just as it was in her vision. They purchased the property, named it Living Springs Ranch, and built three guest cabins. Together they ministered to over 2,000 people from over 25 countries. Many weary missionaries, lonely pastors, and others have found rest and God’s peace at Living Springs Ranch.
In 2005 Dean and Cordie retired and handed the ministry over to their grandson, Jay. Jay and his wife Tiffany currently manage the ministry, maintain the facilities, and host guests. God has touched many hearts through this ministry, and we pray that will continue for years to come!
Every guest is covered in prayer during their stay at Living Springs Ranch.
Our Prayer Partners are a dedicated group of individuals who commit to lifting up our guests in prayer during their time at Living Springs Ranch.
By becoming a Prayer Partner, you play a vital role in supporting those in ministry, offering spiritual encouragement and covering them in prayer as they seek rest, healing, and renewal.
We have many projects and needs. From cleaning cabins between guests, to landscaping, building, maintenance, and more, there’s always work to be done.
Click on the link below to see current projects and ways you can help.
We have embarked on a season of fundraising, stepping out in faith that God will provide the necessary funds, prayers, and partners to sustain, maintain, and grow the ministry at Living Springs Ranch. Until now, our primary funding has come from Jay’s limited work income, but God has been showing us that it’s time to step up and do more. We are seeking support to fully dedicate ourselves to this ministry, enhancing our effectiveness and impact.
Some of our goals include improving the facilities and expanding our resources to better help ministry workers who are in need of counselling or other support, both while they are with us, and after they’ve returned to their work.
