GENERAL INFORMATION AND FIVE OPTIONS FOR SHORT-TERM STAYS - See FAQ for more information

For all scheduling, see CONNECT

We are open for guests from Monday at 10:00pm - Saturday at 5:00pm with a maximum stay of two overnights and leaving by 5:00pm on the final day. We close for all major holidays.

  • All of our services are provided at no cost.

  • We are not an event center. 

  • We are not a deliverance prayer ministry; we are a biblical counseling ministry. See FAQ.

  • We are not a crisis shelter providing a bed, cash assistance, or transportation.

  • We provide a setting where women who would like to get away for a few days can experience a quiet retreat.

  • Women who desire counseling (18 and above) can come for one day of intensive biblical counseling, with an option to stay an additional day(s) for quiet reflection.

  • We are not a treatment facility; therefore, we cannot serve women who are experiencing severe depression, severe emotional responses related to past or current trauma, active addiction(s), or eating disorders. We are not licensed to provide therapeutic care. We are licensed as a Board and Lodge, similar to a camp, offering a quiet retreat without counseling, or one day of intensive one-on-one counseling for emotionally stable women experiencing relational difficulties and/or challenging life circumstances.

  • If cross-contamination is a concern, please bring your own store-bought food or ingredients, pots, pans, and utensils, and you may prepare your meals in our kitchen. 

1. INTENSIVE BIBLICAL COUNSELING: One-day session on Tuesday - Friday from 10:00am - 4:00pm.

Women will receive one-on-one counseling that gets into the root of negative life-controlling behaviors and thoughts while embracing a Christ-centered solution. Staying overnight in Joanne’s House is an option if you would like to stay for an additional day(s) to process the counseling session. Bedding, towels, and meals are provided. The counseling center is handicap accessible. Due to the high demand for intensive counseling sessions, there is often a wait time of two - three months.   *To schedule, email Connie at: connie.olson@whispersofhopemn.org

2.  JOANNE’S HOUSE: Retreat for one or a small group of two, one to three days, leaving on the third day by 5:00pm. Availability is from Monday at 10:00am - Saturday at 5:00pm.

There are four bedrooms available on the second floor for women who need time away for rest and/or reflection. There are many beautiful spaces on the grounds to use as well. You tell us how you would like to spend your time, and our staff will be happy to serve you. Bedding, towels, and all meals are provided. There is usually availability within a few weeks of inquiring. This house is currently not handicap accessible. This option does not include counseling.    *To schedule, email Connie at: connie.olson@whispersofhopemn.org

3. SELAH HOUSE: Personal retreat - one to three days, leaving on the third day. Availability is from Monday at 10:00am - Saturday at 5:00pm.

This is a cabin that provides a very quiet and private environment for you to rest and enjoy nature. “Selah” is found in the Psalms and means to pause and reflect. Sleeping overnight in Selah House is not allowed due to regulations; therefore, you will sleep in Joanne’s House. The cabin has a daybed, comfortable chairs, and a desk. Wi-Fi is not always available in the cabin; however, it can be accessed in other locations on the Farm. There is propane heat and electricity, but no running water or plumbing. A fan, wash basin, and camping toilet are provided, as well as a nice outhouse/porta potty by the cabin.  Bedding, towels, and meals are provided in Joanne’s House. You may eat in the cabin or in Joanne’s House. This option does not include counseling.  *To schedule, email Connie at: connie.olson@whispersofhopemn.org

4.  THE CHALET:  Groups of three to ten women - one to three days, leaving on the final day by 5:00pm. Availability is from Tuesday at 10:00am - Saturday at 5:00pm. For more information, see SERVICES/CHALET GUIDELINES.

This is a beautiful house available Tuesday - Saturday with space to host your group of co-workers, family, friends, executive board members, church retreats, church small groups, seminars, etc. If the Chalet is used for a group meeting, men are welcome, however, men cannot sleep over. There are 10 beds available. The main floor has a bedroom with one full bed and a twin bed. There are eight twin beds on the second floor in an open loft. In the Chalet, guests bring all their own food, towels, sheets, and pillow. A $200 damage deposit is required at check-in and will be returned at check-out if there is no damage. At this time, it is not handicap accessible.   *To schedule, email Jessica at: jessica.miller@whispersofhopemn.org

5.  PRAYER ROOM. This is available for a few hours or a day on Monday at 10:00am - Saturday at 5:00pm. 

We have a cozy little prayer room available for women who would like to get away for a few hours or for the day. The farm setting is quiet and peaceful, conducive for time alone with the Lord. This building is handicap accessible.  *To schedule, email Connie at: connie.olson@whispersofhopemn.org

THE FARM IS BEAUTIFUL EACH SEASON