Often times in our busy lives we find it hard to slow down and be still to listen and pray. We rush around daily, and we sometimes forget to make it a priority to spend time simply existing with God. Many times, we are able to come more closely to that thin space where we can be present when we abide in the beauty of what God has created. The Prayer Garden at Leisure Lakes Baptist Church offers an invitation to come as you are, in the midst of the chaos and savor the beauty of creation.

 

The concept of the Prayer Garden at LLBC was first introduced by Buck Christian, a longtime church member who also was the leader in all phases of the project. Beginning in early 2022, “The Good News” prayer garden project broke ground and construction began. The labor was provided by mostly volunteers from the church. All funding and contributions to the garden have been received through individual donations.

 

When you visit the garden you’ll find comfortable bench seating and mulched walkways that lead throughout a very pristine and tranquil setting. A variety of flowers, plants, shrubberies and locally grown calladiums were carefully chosen to provide beautiful color and privacy. The Cross stands at the center of the garden and is the main focal point when entering through the arbor. A beautiful large stone inscribed with the verse reference John 3:16 sits just inside the entrance.

 

Future additions planned for the garden will include bible verse placards located throughout that tell the “Good News” story of Jesus Christ. The prayer garden offers a beautiful spot for reflection and to sit peacefully and talk with God.

 

On behalf of the love of our church, and the longing to abide in Christ’s love in a simple space, won’t you please be sure

to come and visit “The Good News Prayer Garden.”