Be Free Revolution: Impact & Insights – Q1 2025 Update
- Be Free Revolution
- Mar 22
- 4 min read
Updated: Mar 24
Working globally and locally to help people connect with God, themselves, and others.
BFR Global and The Retreat House are the driving forces of Be Free Revolution, working together to point people to the love and nearness of God. We journey with you to find healing, spiritual rhythms, and faith in action and in rest through full circle care.
We expanded our Collective at The Retreat House and one of our incredible new practitioners is Sherry Varughese. Sherry is a marriage and family therapist and certified trauma-informed systemic therapist specializing in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).
Since joining us in January, Sherry’s wisdom, compassion, and ability to create safe, culturally sensitive spaces have been a true gift to those seeking healing and connection. She is especially passionate about restoring and strengthening marriages—helping couples navigate challenges and build deeper bonds. If you’re looking for support as an individual or a couple, Sherry is here to walk alongside you. To connect to an appointment with Sherry you can email hello@theretreathousememphis.com
Jael is a motherly, godly, force to be reckoned with—a passionate advocate for our BFR Kids and Scholars in Kenya in countless ways. With a background in counseling, she brings a vital skill set to her work with our students, many of whom come from impoverished backgrounds and have experienced complex trauma. Her role as a counselor is truly a lifeline, offering guidance, healing, and hope. But Jael’s impact goes far beyond her profession—she is a steadfast prayer warrior, a compassionate listener, and a powerful leader who tirelessly points our kids to Jesus and His love.
We are beyond grateful for her heart, her dedication, and the transformative work she does every day.
4/7 US Team Leaves for Kenya
4/9-11 Blaze Camp
4/12-14 Ignite Camp
4/28 Term 2 Starts for Primary & Secondary
What are Ignite and Blaze Camps?
BFR Global hosts Ignite and Blaze Camp each year—transformative youth camps designed to ignite faith, leadership, and lasting community in our BFR Kids and Scholars. Held in Kenya, these camps provide a rare and cherished opportunity for our students to step away from the challenges of daily life in their children’s homes, slums, and schools. Through powerful worship, team-building games, interactive workshops, and deep biblical teachings, our kids encounter Christ in profound ways, growing in both faith and confidence.
Our U.S. Team partners with our incredible Kenyan Staff and Camp Counselors to create an enriching environment that fosters spiritual growth, healing, and leadership development. Together, we equip our kids to become impactful, faith-driven leaders who will transform their communities for Christ. These camps are more than just an experience—they are a catalyst for lifelong transformation. If you would like to help send one of our kids to camp you can click here or if you want to follow our trip in April follow us here.
What is an intensive at The Retreat House?
The Retreat House offers Christian intensives designed to guide individuals through deep inner work, providing a sacred space for reflection, healing, and transformation. These intensives are thoughtfully curated to meet each person’s unique needs, allowing for focused attention on specific aspects of growth and restoration.
Areas of focus may include; EMDR for processing trauma and emotional healing, personality work to deepen self-awareness and relational health, somatic practices to reconnect the body and mind for holistic healing and spiritual direction to foster intimacy with God and discern His voice.
By intentionally stepping away from the demands of daily life, participants are able to slow down, experience rest, and cultivate meaningful spiritual rhythms. Supported by a collective of skilled professionals, these intensives provide a safe and nurturing environment where true healing can unfold. Whether you're seeking emotional restoration, deeper self-discovery, or a renewed connection with God, our intensives are designed to walk with you on that journey. For more information contact Lacey@befreerevolution.com
What are The Stations of the Cross?
The Stations of the Cross are a way for you to walk prayerfully with Jesus through his experience of being crucified. It is somber time that invites you to be a friend to Christ and prepare your heart for Easter.
We will have physical "stations" set up around TRH property for you to walk and pray. We will give you a guide to carry with you as you walk. It will give you descriptions of each station and reflection questions to consider as you contemplate this road Jesus walked. We will also have an alternative guide that offers images and descriptions right there on the page, if you would rather sit to pray through the stations.
This retreat is self-guided, which allows you the flexibility to come by The Retreat House on Maundy Thursday or Good Friday to participate at a time that is best for you. To learn more or sign up click here.
Ignite and Blaze Camp
We still have 21 BFR Kids & 29 BFR Scholars that need to be funded to attend camp in April.
$350 per camper, which includes all their camp materials, games, food, lodging and transportation.
Barn Chapel Renovations at TRH
Nestled on the grounds of The Retreat House, our barn has long held the potential to become something truly special—a sacred space where larger groups can gather for retreats, worship, events, and meaningful connection.
Now, we are stepping forward in faith to renovate the barn into a beautiful chapel and multi-purpose space, allowing us to expand our reach and impact.
Volunteers have stepped up to help us demo the inside and start the excavation process of getting the barn ready for what could be! There are several key financial elements to this project, from structural renovations to creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for those who will step inside. Your generosity can directly impact how quickly we bring this space to life and how many lives are transformed within its walls. CLICK HERE to give or for more information on how to help contact Britney@befreerevolution.com
Upcoming Work Day
Thursday, May 1st
9:30-12:30
We would love to share with you a free practice guide as a thank you for your continued support.
From the bottom of our hearts, we are grateful and appreciate each of you.
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