KITTINGER COTTAGE
Loucon believes that it is important for ministers and pastors to have a place where they can get away, plan, reconnect and recharge. Kittinger Cottage is just that place. Nestled in the beautiful woods near Loucon Lake, the two bedroom log cabin has a full kitchen, large living room and fireplace, as well as a large tv and free Wifi. The wrap around porch is perfect for those quiet afternoons or evenings. There is also a fire pit and barbecue grill for your use. You only need to bring your food and personal items. Everything else is provided.
Kittinger is set up for a family of four and available for Clergy and family members only. Stays are a flat rate of $100 and limited to five days. Just call the office to request a contract.
About Rev. Herb Kittinger
Herb Kittinger, a Minister of Visitation at State Street UMC, was an amazing man of God and a mentor and friend to everyone at Loucon. Upon his retirement in 1992, Herb became very involved in our camp and retreat ministry, and served as interim director, and a committee chair for many years. He was the best volunteer and recruited others to volunteer for various work projects that included New Song. Herb was the kindest man and is missed greatly.
The Dream
"Loucon wanted to do something to remember Herb and Maggie Kittinger. We wanted to do something that will impact the spiritual lives of our conference as Herb did throughout his ministry. We wanted to construct a cottage that will be utilized by pastors within our conference so they may have a place for Sabbath, A place for rest, reflection, repentance, silence, and study. A place where they can be renewed so they may in turn feed God's sheep.
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This has been a dream of mine for some time. It is a need within our conference for pastors who are overworked and overwhelmed. And it is fitting to have such a place to honor Herb and Maggie. In my experience all they ever did was minister to and love all those around them. What an example for the rest of us. Their passing was a huge loss for this world; however this is a way to honor their memories and to impact the lives of pastors and their families in our conference.
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This is an opportunity to give back to those pastors who have poured themselves into all of our lives and into all the ministries within the KAC.
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I believe the Kittinger Cottage will contribute to the whole health of our pastors and their families. It provides a place to get away and retreat. A place that can be utilized for silence and solitude. It is a place where pastors can find rest and refocus. It is also a place where they can hike, spend time in God's creation and with their family.
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Often Jesus took time away to retreat in order to talk with His Father. Just imagine if we follow this model. It would keep us grounded in the faith, heading in the right direction, and it would insure that we are rested and ready to tackle the great works that God has prepared for us. If the spiritual, mental and physical health of our clergy is positively impacted it will pour into the ministry. It will impact their congregations and the world!"
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