Stories

What the trail leaves behind.

Stories from participants, reflections on faith and nature, and updates from the Renewal Fund.

Participant Story

What I found on the shore of Lake Bunyonyi

A first-time retreat participant on what changed after three days of guided reflection and gospel worship by the water.

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Faith & Nature

Why we worship outdoors

On the decision to hold Gospel by the Lake and Gospel in the Forest instead of a conventional church hall.

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Community Impact

The first ten Renewal Fund places

A look at who the Fund reached in its earliest cohort, and what they carried home.

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Wellness

Rest is a discipline, not a reward

Our wellness lead on why structured reflection works better outdoors than indoors.

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Travel

Planning your first Nature Renewal Journey

A practical guide to what to expect, what to pack, and how to prepare mentally for the trail.

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Research

What the evidence says about nature and wellbeing

A short review of why time in natural environments supports emotional and psychological renewal.

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The Be Cool Renewal Fund

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