Testimonials
"It is so encouraging to partner with The SoulCare Project as we battle together for the hearts of leaders who are in dire need of the care of their own souls--as they in turn care for the souls of others through their churches, ministries, organizations and companies. Simply put, a leader in any capacity cannot care well until they, themselves are cared for! By partnering with Potter's Inn, the Soul Care Project has opened doors of opportunity for us to reach leaders in the market place as well as ministry. One such example is the Soul Care Project's retreat in August 2010 in Breckenridge. One Mission Leader who is the CEO attended this retreat. His heart was so touched and ministered to that we now have on-going dialogue about partnering together across the world through times of retreat, renewal and soul restoration. This happened directly through the efforts and intentionality of The SoulCare Project."
Stephen W. Smith - Potter's Inn
Colorado Springs, CO
"My relationship to The Soulcare Project, and my personal relationships with both Dan and Russell are relatively new. But I have already begun to hold these relationships in high regard — for the work that is being done, for the people who are drawn to be a part of the work, and for the two new friends I have made. I tell people about them whenever I can, introduce them to my friends, and look forward to any opportunity to be involved with them again."
Robert Benson
"The SoulCare Project has this annoying habit of asking you to take time out of your very busy world and to be quiet and reflect for a bit. Funny thing. I responded and found it wasn't so annoying. It was in fact precisely the antidote that I needed for my busyness. How necessary their work is whether you are a business leader, ministry leader or just a regular person trying to sort out meaning and truth. May your work continue to rise above the din! "
William F. High - President/General Counsel
Servant Christian Community Foundation
"The SoulCare Project has provided me with the space, encouragement and permission to draw closer to God regardless of the demands that come with leading a ministry organization. Their genuine care and concern for my spiritual pulse and health is a gift to my family and the Kingdom. "
Marty McCarty, Executive Director, Military Community Youth Ministries
"The Soul Care Project has had a profound impact on my life. For a ministry to care for the caregivers could be one of the most important and easily missed needs in the Christian community today. It offers a refuge from the frontlines, while providing an affordable price for those in ministry who often have a limited income."
Xan Hood - Buffalo & Company
"In today’s frenzied, chaotic world, there are far too few safe settings for leaders to intentionally experience rest and renewal for their souls. Thus, I’m profoundly glad that The SoulCare Project is dedicated to addressing this need. I’m proud of my association with Russell Courtney and Dan Maclellan and grateful for their mission and vision."
Fil Anderson - Founder of Journey Resources
"It has been a great privilege to have gotten to know Dan Maclellan and Russell Courtney through their work with The SoulCare Project. I have been on one of their retreats and I have worked with them in a jointly-sponsored retreat for pastors in the Chattanooga area. I believe this important work is run by two men who exhibit a rare combination of warm humility and professional competence. I also believe that the work of Christian spiritual formation has been the “great omission” of the Church for centuries. It is very comforting to see new and important efforts toward the end of helping Christians toward authentic transformation into Christlikeness."
Gary W. Moon M.Div., Ph.D. - EVP Richmont Graduate University
Executive Director Renovaré Institute
"In my work with organizations that offer to equip leaders, it is rare to find one that is as well networked and poised for life changing impact as is The SoulCare Project. They are be able to offer what leaders need to flourish in the their personal and work lives, a chance to recover and go deep into ways of living that are restorative and sustainable in the face of the challenges of the marketplace and ministry in the 21st century."
Keith Meyer, author and consultant of Becoming The Change Ministries
" I was at a point in my life when I the last thing I needed was another event, but what I found at the retreat was an experience with Jesus. It was a refreshing time to be quiet for once and to reflect and listen. These disciplines have sadly been cast aside in my day to day pursuits but once asked to re-engage during our time together began to give me hope that the best thing for me to do is to slow down and understand that God is at work not me. The fellowship of other men and the excellent facilitation were critical to the time as well. "
Businessman in Chattanooga, TN
" I was busy & went to the retreat only because the man who invited me would not let me say no. I Began the retreat with an attitude, no pen, & no paper. About fifteen minutes into our first session, I said this is a little different, I better take some notes. I was very drawn to the facilitator’s rhythm, patience and style. The retreat has changed my life & effected positively the intimacy in my walk with Jesus, my prayer time & how I read scripture."
Businessman in Nashville, TN
" Thank you for including me in the consultation two weeks ago at our retreat. It was an enlightening, enriching, and refreshing time that informed our Board meeting the day after my return and will continue to inform our ministry. It was a blessing to be with others doing similarly prayerful and strategic work in Christian spiritual formation, and the depth and breadth of conversation you, with your able facilitation, was inspired and remarkable. I very much appreciated the opportunities for fellowship, devotion, and prayer in the midst of substantive discussions of ideas and experience. We are, indeed, brothers and sisters in Christ, and we are edified and encouraged by one another's discipleship. Thank you for that spiritual refreshment."
A woman staff member at a leading Christian University
"It is very rare to receive a gift without strings attached. To be invited to participate in a two-day retreat to be shared with like-minded individuals was a reminder of God’s grace. And while the time spent in structured discussion was important and beneficial, I enjoyed the informal conversations even more."
Psychologist and Vice President of a leading Christian Graduate School
