United We Serve

08/18/2026

07/04/2026

As I thought
of the United States
and each of the fifty states
either red or blue, -
I couldn’t help thinking
that chances are
God would love
to reach down and
swirl the
red and blue
together -
creating purple.

Not purple
as it relates
to any human
meanings given
to purple,
but purple in
the way
that once
blue and red
are completely mixed,
the differences in color
combine
to make a
beautiful new color,
distinctly its own.

America -
somehow we
have lost
what makes
us distinctly
American.

Our push toward
either red or
either blue
has left us
color blind
to the possibility
of joining together
to form a more
perfect union.

And while
we are all
so uniquely different
as Americans,
we the people
are all just that -
people.

Our goals are
the same
from sea to shining sea:
freedom,
equality,
the pursuit of happiness,
safety for our family,
a good life.

It really is
just that simple.

A place to call home.
Food on our table.
Using our gifts and talents
to make our world better -
for the good of all.

This is the United States of America.

Anything else
is simply
a distraction.

Neighhbor helping neighbor.

You and me
living beside each other,
working beside each other,
building beside each other,
dreaming beside each other.

You and me
taking care of each other,
helping each other,
supporting each other,
instructing each other,
comforting each other,
understanding each other.

You and me
offering each other
the space
to believe
what we feel
in our heart
is ours to believe.

It's the Jesus way.

Jesus never forced
His way on others.

He simply
taught truth,
extended the
invitation to
"Follow me",
extended grace
and loved.

Red and blue
swirled together.

What a country
that would be.~❤

~Stacy L. Sanchez

03/06/2026

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For years, Shepherd’s Pasture Retreat Center has been a place where people come to rest, reconnect, and encounter God.
Pastors arrive weary from the weight of ministry.
Families come seeking healing and time together.
Church groups gather to pray, worship, and grow in their faith.
In a world that rarely slows down, this place has quietly become a refuge.
And through the ministry of United We Serve, thousands of people have stepped onto this property and found something they desperately needed — peace, clarity, encouragement, and renewal.
But today, we find ourselves in a season where we need the support of those who believe in this mission.
Like many ministries, the rising costs of operating and maintaining a retreat center have placed a strain on our resources. Utilities, maintenance, and caring for the property continue to increase, while we remain committed to keeping Shepherd’s Pasture affordable and accessible for churches, ministries, and families who need it most.
Simply put, we feel like God still has us here, to steward this place and take care of His people for generations to come.
Every cabin that hosts a retreat…
Every meal shared around the table…
Every quiet moment someone spends with the Lord on this property…
These moments matter.
Lives are strengthened here.
Faith is renewed here.
Communities are built here.
But we cannot do it alone.
Today we are inviting those who believe in this mission to stand with us.
Your support helps keep the doors open, the lights on, and the ministry moving forward so that countless others can experience the peace and renewal that happens here.
Whether through a one-time gift, ongoing support, or becoming a member of this ministry community, your partnership makes a real difference.
If Shepherd’s Pasture has blessed you, encouraged you, or if you simply believe in the importance of places like this in our world today, we invite you to join us.
Together, we can ensure that this place continues to serve pastors, families, churches, and communities for many years to come.
Thank you for believing in this mission.
Thank you for standing with us.
And thank you for helping Shepherd’s Pasture remain a place where people come to rest, restore, and encounter God.

Donation and Membership Payment Options
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Please contact us for banking information for the above options.

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https://shepherdspasture.com/support/

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United We Serve/ Shepherd’s Pasture Retreat Center
5645 US Hwy 59 S
Jefferson, TX 75657

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