Testimonials

Come Rest Awhile

“The stay was most enjoyable, the food was delicious and really amazing (if you can share some of the recipes I would appreciate them, or where to get them/cookbook?), and the accommodation comfortable. The layout of the cabins is nice and functional and enjoyed the indoor/outdoor flow.

Most of all, I enjoyed the fellowship and the time spent together with you and the others in the Group.

A special thanks for both your effort in putting it all together (I know it takes a lot) and for doing God’s work. Your openness and testimony/presentations were informative & helpful.”

“I had a great time at Come Rest Awhile. Brent and Joanna went out of their way to make the week the best experience they could make it.

The programme: I enjoyed the teaching content and learnt some new things. The schedule was flexible according to the current climate upon consultation, which was fine. I felt it was very introductory and not intense, which was fine. I enjoyed getting to know people better

The food was lovely and made with much love and thought.

The facilities were tasteful, clean and comfortable and although it was tight at times the best was made of the space available. Knowledge of where to hang used towels would have been helpful.

My personal moment: I had quite a strong and impacting breakthrough because of my counselling session, where I realised that I was trying to carry other people’s burdens, instead of leaving those burdens in God’s capable hands.”

It was a fantastic opportunity for like-minded people to get together. I appreciated the teaching and the fellowship. Brent’s first presentation on the “Best Bits” contained good take away images, such as “what comes out is what is inside”. The accommodation was very comfortable. The food was healthy and very delicious. I appreciate all the effort made to make this retreat happen.

The retreat was well run in a relaxing environment. The accommodation was very comfortable; everything was spotlessly clean and attractively presented. Our hosts, Joanna and Brent, were very accommodating, supplying everything we needed. Joanna provided beautiful healthy food and there was plenty to go around and then some! The teaching presentations were clear, easy to follow with inspiring as well as practical information that will help everyone to live more happily and healthily if they apply it.

I loved the food and appreciated the accommodation very much. You have a great facility and have worked hard to make it a great space to be in. Of course the setting is enjoyable as well.

In terms of program delivery I think the breaks could have been more defined, otherwise it was great.

Dear Brent & Joanna

Thank you for the huge relief from stress and pressure, which is bringing us peace.

Blessings M&K

Dear Brent & Joanna

Thank you for your hospitality and giving me the opportunity to experience the Law of Life principles in such a beautiful surrounding; where the “Love” and grace of God dwells.

By taking that “Love” I was able to draw closer to Him & discover more about my heart.

“Come and Rest Awhile “is a home that gives, and gives so much in providing a safe environment, teachings, heavenly food ‘7’-Star accommodation, and most of all a home full of God’s Love!

Blessings L

Dear Brent & Joanna

Course and content:

I liked the location – neat, tidy, uncluttered, good that windows could be opened/closed as needed.

The table to sit around helps give a group feel to the course interactions. I found it a safe, friendly, enjoyable environment to learn and review course content in.

Good use of IT, the monitor, being able to pause and rewind at points in the talk was helpful.

I enjoyed the option to choose topics relevant to my/others’ interests than being tied to the schedule.

It was great to review the talks, material covered, highlights, to break down the volume of information given, otherwise overwhelming.

The counselling sessions were valuable as a learning tool to see how different approaches are needed, to show the process is more about helping clients get closer to identifying the root cause of their health concern (whether physical, mental, spiritual) and not about us as the counsellor, leading people to go to God.

Food:

Enjoyable, nutritious overall. Thank you for helping my brain to work better through your love and care. Canned fruit not my preference but I understand the convenience:)

Recommendation:

I enjoyed the retreat overall. A friendly, welcoming environment (and hosts), I felt relaxed and could focus easily on the talks and the content. I found the counselling demos valuable. The application of concepts with constructive feedback after helped me see things I knew and things I could work on. The thoughtfulness towards personal boundaries made it easier to feel safe in sharing appropriately and comfortably. Great to meet and get to know others. I would go again if I had an opportunity.

It was a privilege and joy to have been at Brent and Joanna’s inaugural LOL Counseling Workshop last weekend.

We were treated to a vast buffet of skills, including counselling practicums, watching Dr Mark’s series of counselling videos, sharing devotional readings from DA, and the bonus of how to create PowerPoints for presentations, all to name a few.

Joanna’s plant-based culinary skills were second to none, and the brand newly furbished cabins rate 7 stars!

There was nothing that was too much for the hosts during the weekend, and offering their ongoing support was a key.

I met beautiful, new LOL family, and it was special to be amongst like- minded brothers and sisters eager to learn more.

Thank you, both for stepping out in faith to create this tranquil space amongst God’s peaceful nature. One thing is certain.. I shall be returning for more.

Blessings, liNZy ❤🙏🙌

Course and content

This was exactly what I thought it would be very informative. Well done great use of videos great use of time to talk with each other about our opinions and ideas

Accommodation and food

The accommodation was very neat and tidy. The food was excellent very healthy and tasty delicious meals.

I recommend when people have a five minute break that someone be in charge to get Everyone back on time.
Yes, I would come again thank you so much for a lovely time with people can be relaxed to be with each other learning and growing and enjoying our time together.