St. Andrew’s School at Wears Valley Ranch just launched SEVEN graduates in May after one graduated early in December. Each received a state-recognized high school diploma due to our high school accreditation. Each shared testimonies of thankfulness and gratitude for their time at WVR and the staff who invested so deeply in them. Supporters, volunteers, [...]
From our Founder, Jim Wood: What a delight to celebrate the graduation of our largest class ever! Our school is tiny compared to most, but the back story and the history of previous alums make the occasion momentous. The celebration was a time of worship. The presence of the Lord was evident, and it was [...]
There is something that happens when people show up with work gloves and willing hands. It is hard to manufacture and impossible to fake. This spring we are blessed again by the return of a group from Johnson Ferry Baptist Church (Marietta, GA). I was able to visit with them last night and was thrilled to see [...]
From Jim Wood, Founder of Wears Valley Ranch. I pray that your New Year is starting out well. We are delighted to be welcoming a number of new students to the Ranch. Each of them has a unique backstory and each one needs to be here. Please join us in praying that they will [...]
Could you read the entire Bible in a week? What seems to be a daunting challenge has been accomplished at Wears Valley Ranch since 2019. Beginning on the second Saturday of January, children and staff, joined by members of Covenant Community Church of Wears Valley, read from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm until the [...]
The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who dwelt in a land of deep darkness, on them has light shone. Isaiah 9:2 From Clayton Wood, Executive Director: The cold is here! East Tennessee never gets as cold as northern climates, but we certainly have a cold season. I vividly [...]
A gospel tract by our Founder, Jim Wood: If you know Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior, you don’t have to be afraid! Jesus said not to fear those who can kill the body. The only one worthy of fear is the One Who, having killed the body can cast the soul into hell. [...]
We are grateful that USA Today chose to feature an article sharing the ways that Wears Valley Ranch is innovatively helping children from difficult situations. Please take a moment to learn more by reading the article and sharing this with others as we seek to reach more families who need a safe place for [...]
From our Founder, Jim Wood: The month of October, with our emphasis on the doctrines of grace, leads into November’s emphasis on gratitude and thanks to God. For all of us who are part of Ranch life, there are challenges overshadowed by grace. This fall we welcomed a number of new students. It has [...]
