Ministry · Local Ministry · Canton, GA
Grace Valley Retreat Center
A pastoral retreat haven in Canton, GA — built for the restoration of those who minister to others.
About Grace Valley
A Place of Rest for Those Who Serve.
Grace Valley Ministries exists to care for the caretakers — pastors, ministry leaders, and their families who pour themselves out in service and rarely have a place to simply rest. Located on eleven acres of peaceful wooded property in Canton, Georgia, the retreat center offers an unplugged environment designed for renewal: no Wi-Fi, no television, just prayer, reflection, nature, and community.
TIH Ministries partnered with Grace Valley in 2018, contributing construction skills and labor to build the infrastructure that would make the retreat center a reality. Over four years, TIH crews built roads, bridges, sewer lines, foundation slabs, and ultimately completed Cabin #1 in 2021 — the first overnight lodging on the property.
The grand opening of Cabin #1 brought pastors and ministers from across the region together for a celebration of what was built — not just in wood and concrete, but in purpose. It is the same vision that has guided every TIH project since 1997: build something that outlasts the build.
"Roads, bridges, sewers and cabin #1 all completed!"
— TIH Ministries 2021 project report
Construction Timeline
Four Years of Quiet Work.
Work Begins
TIH Ministries partners with Grace Valley Ministries. Site preparation begins: clearing, access roads, and initial infrastructure planning on the 11-acre property.
Roads & Bridges
Road network construction continues. Bridge work completed. Site access established to allow further development across the property.
Sewer & Slabs
Sewer infrastructure installed. Foundation slabs poured for the first cabin. Work continues alongside the Kenya sewing facility project.
Cabin #1 Complete
First overnight cabin completed and opened to guests. Grand opening celebration hosted for local pastors and ministry leaders, with music, refreshments, and dedication.
Open for Retreats
Grace Valley Ministries is open for pastoral retreat stays (minimum 3 nights). Easy hiking trails, outdoor fire pit, and counseling services available on property.
Visit Grace Valley
435 Colmer Road, Canton, GA 30114
gracevalleyinfo@gmail.com
gracevalleyministries.org
Project Gallery
The Work, in Photos.
Completed
Cabin #1, Complete.
Roads, bridges, sewer, and the first overnight cabin — all complete and welcoming guests.
About Grace Valley Ministries
A Sanctuary for Ministry Leaders.
Grace Valley Ministries was founded to care for those who give everything in ministry — to offer pastors and their families a place to step back, rest without agenda, and return with renewed strength. Led by Rev. Philip L. Engelman, the ministry offers peaceful overnight stays, peer support groups, hiking, and prayer in a setting intentionally free of digital distraction.