About Randy And Cheryl

The Retreat at Rapha's Rest has become an extension of the nonprofit Healing Hand-Up Ministries that Randy & Cheryl Bland founded in 2010 ... a cabin refuge for healing REST & RESTORATION. Whether physical or spiritual, the greater vision of Healing Hand-Up Ministries is to see weary sojourners find healing REST & RESTORATION in the Presence of our King. Randy & Cheryl knew that for guests to completely let go of the of their daily life, the location would have to be special. A series of open doors and miracles led to Rapha Ridge overlooking the Red River Valley. In addition to the spectacular views, there were multiiple wooded trails to hike, pray, & explore. In 2017 this retreat experienced severe roadblocks that began to prevent easy access to the property. For that reason after extensive prayer, Healing Hand-Up Ministries moved the retreat to the Piney Woods of East Texas, and Rapha's Rest was born continuing the vision for A PLACE of PRESENCE! We’ve all been through a lot the past few years, but you’ve come to the right place! One name for God is Jehovah-Rapha which means "God our Healer". Do you need healing? Randy & Cheryl have seen many healing miracles over the years including their own, and upon request they would be honored to pray for you too! The RETREAT AT RAPHA's REST offers a quiet refuge where sojourners can soak in God's creation & His Presence to find healing REST & RESTORATION before continuing on their journey. FINAL NOTE: Did you know that the name “corona” means “crown”? Think about the implications of that. We serve a mighty God & at Rapha’s Rest believe we along with our guests are protected under the covenant promises of Psalm 91. For that reason, while we do make reasonable accommodations for our guests’ safety, we do not bow to nor live in fear of COVID19 or any other virus. We are very relaxed here at Rapha’s Rest. This is a safe place because of the “crown” we serve ... Jesus is King!