Baptisms of Thomas and Matt

Last night Central Baptist Church hosted the men of Renewal Ranch for a glorious baptismal and testimonial service.  We heard the testimonies of Thomas Foster and Matt Clark and our hearts were truly blessed.

The faithful Dooley family led us in worship as we gloried in the salvation of these two precious men who have given their lives to Christ.

One of our newest residents, Carey Jones, sang a beautiful solo entitled I Will Rise.


I Will Rise – Chris Tomlin

There’s a peace I’ve come to know
Though my heart and flesh may fail
There’s an anchor for my soul
I can say “It is well”

Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

Chorus:
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles’ wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

There’s a day that’s drawing near
When this darkness breaks to light
And the shadows disappear
And my faith shall be my eyes

Jesus has overcome
And the grave is overwhelmed
The victory is won
He is risen from the dead

Chorus:
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles’ wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

And I hear the voice of many angels sing,
“Worthy is the Lamb”
And I hear the cry of every longing heart,
“Worthy is the Lamb”

Chorus:
And I will rise when He calls my name
No more sorrow, no more pain
I will rise on eagles’ wings
Before my God fall on my knees
And rise
I will rise

The senior pastor, Don Chandler, and the associate pastor, Mike Lefler, were honored by being presented with a certificate of appreciation from Renewal Ranch for their steadfast support, encouragement and love extended to the leaders, residents and volunteers of Renewal Ranch.

Thank you once again Central Baptist Church!

First Year Anniversary Gala

Renewal Ranch hosted its First Year Anniversary Gala on Saturday, January 28, 2012 at Family Life Bible Church in Conway, Arkansas. 

The event was held in celebration of our first year of operation.  We are a faith based, drug and alcohol rehabilitation program who opened our doors on January 30, 2011.  

Throughout our first year, it is estimated that the program has dramatically impacted over 300 people while graduating ten men from the six month intensive program.

The evening began with a dinner prepared by chef Don Bingham. 

The ceremony following honored the Ranch's board of directors, leadership team, teachers, supporters, volunteers, current residents, graduates, and their families.  

Various representatives from these groups spoke to the one hundred twenty-five special guests in attendance.  

One of the highlights of the evening was the Arkansas Senate Citation recognizing Renewal Ranch's achievements over the past year presented by Senator Jason Rapert.

Renewal Ranch is located just outside of Conway, Arkansas, and is a 501c 3 non-profit organization.  

Through this program, residents receive counseling, Bible study, and opportunities to serve others through community work projects.  

They also receive the education, vocational training and life skills training needed to become productive, contributing members of their families and communities.  

For more information on Renewal Ranch, visit our website at http://therenewalranch.org.

Senator Jason Rapert presents Renewal Ranch Executive Director, James Loy, and Renewal Ranch Board of Directors Chairman, Dr. Larry Pillow, an Arkansas Senate Citation recognizing Renewal Ranch's achievements during its first year of operation.

January Newsletter

Chaplain’s Corner

Like Joseph, I am a dreamer. Like Martin Luther King, “I have a dream.” I am not an addict, but I am the child of an alcoholic and the father of an addict. Through both experiences and a lifetime of study and ministry, God has “conceived” a dream inside of me. 

I dream of sparing every child of an addict the fear, feelings of rejection, abandonment, and confusion that I experienced as a child. 


I dream of sparing every parent, sibling, or friend of an addict, the hopelessness, despair, intense disappointment, and unbearable pain that my wife and I and our other children experienced with our addict. 


I dream of providing “room and board,” along with an opportunity for intense biblical discipleship, to every alcoholic or addict who desires to be set free. 


I dream of seeing the hillside of Renewal Ranch covered with buildings and residents. 


I dream of seeing 300-500 people at chapel each week for praise and preaching that glorifies God and transforms participants. 


I dream of a Renewal Ranch “village” that provides housing and holistic training for life to Renewal Ranch graduates and their families. 


I dream of seeing “Renewal Ranch” type ministries all over Arkansas, America, and Africa, as well as in the “utter most parts of the world.” 


I dream of God transforming my life more fully through Christ, restoring the years the locusts have eaten, giving me a double blessing for the losses with nothing broken and nothing missing. 


I dream of the same for Renewal Ranch staff, volunteers, residents, and their families. I have a dream.............  How about you?

~ Larry Pillow

An open chapel service is held at Renewal Ranch every Saturday morning at 10:00 a.m.

Please feel free to join us and bring your favorite dish for a potluck dinner and fellowship following the service!

Renewal Ranch is a 501(c) 3 and operates on the generous donations of those who believe in what we do. Thank you for your prayers and support!

Pledge Your Support Today!

You, however, are controlled not by the sinful nature but by the Spirit, if the Spirit of God lives in you. And if anyone does not have the Spirit of Christ, he does not belong to Christ. But if Christ is in you, your body is dead because of sin, yet your spirit is alive because of righteousness.  Romans 8:9-10

Anniversary Gala!

List of Current Residents

Here is a list of our current residents--pictures missing will be coming soon--Kyle, Barry, Chris, Carey and Jeff--we have not forgotten you!

We love all you guys and are so glad that God has sent you to us.  We pledge our prayers, our love, our devotion, and our support.

*  Josh Wood

*  Barry Miles


*  Robert Jones

*  Antonio Cardenas

*  Scott Reed

*  Matt Clarke

*  Chris Spradlin

Chris is on the left and Carey (listed below) is on the right.

*  Thomas Foster

*  Jassen Horne

*  Chris Colvard

*  Dustin Pearson

Sorry we didn't get a second shot--we will soon and be able to see your eyes!

*  Kyle Shumacher

*  Carey Jones--is in picture above with Chris Spradlin

*  Jeff Pennock