Stories of Rest & Renewal

"Peaceful Taylor Ranch — A True Hidden Gem! We had the pleasure of staying at this beautiful ranch set right on the lake, and it was everything we needed and more. From the moment we arrived, we felt a deep sense of calm and serenity… It truly brought to life the words of Psalm 23:2–3: 'He makes me lie down in green pastures, He leads me beside quiet waters, He refreshes my soul.' We left feeling renewed and so grateful."

"We had the wonderful privilege of staying on this beautiful property during my sabbatical. Ancil and Donna were extremely gracious hosts. We are beyond grateful for your servant-minded hospitality and friendship. We look forward to recommending this location to others, as well as another possible visit in the future. God bless you all for the incredible ministry you provide in the name of Christ!"

"Our family enjoyed this perfect place to get away from busy life & take a rest from obligations. It's a beautiful, peaceful retreat that makes it easy to sit quietly before the Lord. We especially enjoyed the outdoor pavilion space. It was great to hear the heart of our hosts and see their vision for ministry. We pray God's continued blessing and provision for them."

"We were traveling through and were only able to stay for one night, but the Taylor family was accommodating and so sweet to us. Our stay was too brief, but we loved hearing about their ministry and seeing the gorgeous property. We simply cannot wait to go back and bring our children or some of our church family with us next time! A super beautiful and relaxing setting. We hated to leave so soon."

"Words cannot adequately describe the blessing of rest and relaxation we have received this week. Shannon and I are so incredibly thankful to the Lord for allowing us to connect with you guys. We look forward to seeing you again and inviting others to experience The Taylor Ranch and the outstanding hospitality you guys provide."

"We are so grateful that we found The Taylor Ranch. The Taylors were extremely hospitable and we enjoyed getting to know them and their heart for serving Jesus. The accommodations were clean and comfortable and the view in every direction was absolutely beautiful and peaceful. We were able to be still and rest and enjoy the nature all around us. It was truly relaxing and refreshing, and we will be back!"

"So thankful for my stay at the Taylor Ranch; I appreciate the generous hospitality. My time was so peaceful. I was able to pray, read, and write surrounded by beauty. My heart is so full, and I'm inspired by the Taylor's heart to serve the Lord by serving others."

"Always such a restful, peaceful beautiful place — excellent for connecting as a team and with God."

"Thank you for hosting our ministry at Momentum. Our time was a great investment and at such a peaceful place."

"Such a wonderful blessing to be able to unplug from the hustle of life and connect to God."

"Beautiful stay! The hosts were so nice and so encouraging! Super helpful with every aspect and made it so enjoyable!"

"Had a great time with our church to have a weekend of disconnecting from the world and growing together! The pond does have good fishing!"

"A beautiful, quiet location that had all the comforts of home. The Taylors are so accommodating and gracious."

"What a blessing to be able to relax here. Such a beautiful place with beautiful hosts."

"The Taylor Ranch has been a more than accommodating location for our ministry's leader retreat. It is such a warm, welcoming, and holy environment for our annual trainings; and facilitates a high level of fellowship and comradery."

"What an incredible time to get away and be renewed! This was the perfect place to slow down and enjoy the beauty & wonder of God's handiwork. I told Deana yesterday that I'm not sure there's a more beautiful place in South Mississippi. Loved seeing the fish jump and playing with the wild turkeys! Thanks Ancil & Donna for your hospitality and grace to us. We can't wait to come back again."

"The stay at Taylor Ranch was so refreshing and relaxing. It was just what we needed at the end of a season of travel and speaking engagements. We enjoyed the comfortable accommodations and found that the simplicity, scenery, and views helped us to unwind, meet with God, and cast our anxieties on him. If you and your family need time away, this is the place to stay!"

"Scott and I don't often slow down when we're back in the states… We've known the Taylor family for decades. The property is stunning, quiet, and beautifully maintained. Having this place to decompress was truly a gift. We left with renewed energy and a deeper sense of the Lord's presence. It is a holy place and we are grateful."

"Our stay was only an overnight stop on our drive from Texas to Florida. We appreciated the good communication prior to our arrival and the personal greeting when we arrived. We loved hearing briefly about your ministry here. As missionaries, furlough can get so expensive with all the travel and we thank you for your kindness and hospitality through ServantCare. Your home is cozy and absolutely perfect. May the Lord bless you richly as you seek to bless others here."

"What a restful stay! Complete silence. The hosts are amazing, amazing people. Very hospitable. We felt right at home."

"Once again we had a very refreshing time at the ranch. It was so nice to come off the road a little bit, enjoy the quiet beauty of the pastures, watch the huge butterflies from the porch and enjoy fellowshipping with the Taylors. May the Lord continue to bless this ministry — it certainly fills a much-needed place in the ministry!"