ABOUT THE EDEN YEAR
ROOTED. REDEEMED.
READY.
The Eden Year is a gap year program for young women (ages 17-24) seeking a season of deep spiritual formation, healing, and practical equipping for life and home. This is a year to slow down, to become rooted in God’s Word, and to rediscover the beauty of living simply, wisely, and well. We will meet once a week and dive deep into community, growth and practical skills. This allows for an intentional year that leaves room for the student to invest in a part time job or other interests. There will be three to four hours of study a week assigned outside of class. Space is limited to 10 students to facilitate a close-knit community experience and mentorship.
Set on 40 acres of rich woodland, creeks, and gardens, participants spend their days learning ancient truths and timeless skills.
At The Heart of the Program are
Three Guiding Pillars:
ROOTED
Biblical Wisdom & Discipleship
Students engage in guided study and discussion using hand-picked resources that encourage spiritual growth, resilience, and Christ-centered wisdom. This is not about academic certification, but about developing a strong foundation in truth, discernment, and biblical counsel for real life. We all counsel ourselves and others every day, learning to self counsel well will lead to the ability to give wiser and more grounded counseling to others. We cannot give to others what we ourselves do not possess. Growing in wisdom, truth and discernment will be our weekly intention and prayer.
REDEEMED
Reflection & Restoration
Through intentional journaling, community conversations, and guided self-reflection, students explore personal growth, emotional resilience, and the transforming work of grace in their lives. This is a space to process, reflect, and embrace how God redeems both our stories and our steps forward. Writing brings hidden thoughts into the light before God, fostering clarity and peace like the Psalms do for the soul. Psychologically, it engages the brain's prefrontal cortex, helping us organize experiences, reduce stress, and create meaning from our struggles. It transforms scattered emotions into ordered reflections, strengthening both spiritual and mental resilience.
READY
Herbalism & Practical Stewardship Skills
Students gain hands-on experience in herbalism, homemaking, and self-sufficiency skills that foster stewardship and readiness. From making herbal remedies to cultivating resilience in the home and outdoors, students grow confident in their God-given ability to care for themselves and their communities. Many herbal programs focus on purchasing herbs that are not native to our area or easily cultivated in our zone. They rely often on expensive purchases from stores rather than empowering us to grow or forage them ourselves. This program is unique in that it will focus on native plant recognition and sustainable harvesting practices making herbs more affordable and accessible.
