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Beit Rapha was formed for charitable purposes to pray for, to encourage, and to provide respite care for people in ministry.

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What is Beit Rapha?  

Beit Rapha is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based out of the United States that gives support to people in ministry who are burnt out.

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Who are these people in ministry?

These individuals and their families are stationed all over the world and have seen many trials and hardships while in their mission countries. Several of these nations are restricted nations with few religious freedoms.

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Why do we pray for, encourage, and provide respite for these individuals?

This particular people group make it their life goal to fulfill the Great Commission and bring the Good News to the nations. This is a difficult task, and it is necessary for these individuals to take a break and be refreshed.

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When do they receive care? 

Many come to Beit Rapha after 5-10 years of working in their field. Beit Rapha is currently available online for immediate care and connection.

About Us

"And he called the twelve and began to send them out two by two. . .The apostles returned and told him all that they had done and taught. And he said to them, 'Come away by yourselves to a desolate place and rest a while.' For many were coming and going, and they had no leisure even to eat."

- Mark 6

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Burnout is real. Many in ministry need rest and encouragement to continue in their God-given callings. 

Our Purpose

The Vision

To bring emotional healing and mental rest to empower the global Body of Believers.

 

The Mission

To provide a safe space for leaders to reset their focus. To edify, encourage, and connect the Church giving the tools necessary to go forth and continue changing the world.

 

The Strategy

Through prayer ministry and a listening ear; Bible teaching and training in rest; we pour into those who have poured out to others. Beit Rapha strengthens with love, encourages in joy, lifts up others supportively, and pursues God wholeheartedly.

 

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Why Beit Rapha Began

A dear friend of ours had a nervous breakdown after being on the field as a global worker for a season without a support system. Our immediate reaction was to offer our support, and after further investigation, we found that this was a common problem among many in ministry. Our hearts of compassion and our desire to change this problem turned into years of study, discussion, and seeking wise counsel. The more we learned about the problem, the more we realized that the problem actually was pretty solvable. 

 

Most of the time, people in ministry feel extremely isolated. For example, someone in ministry living overseas can have difficulties adjusting to their new life and gaining the skills necessary to live there. Though called to the new culture, the life challenges still cause a great shock to them individually and their families. These struggles can cause strife in the home, and with the added pressure of the expectations of ministry, it can be too much for both the parents and kids. 

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It is important that those in ministry know that they are not alone; they are heard; and they are connected. 

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"Statistics show that more than 60% of work absenteeism is attributed to psychological stress and stress-related burnout. And according to a 2018 survey, 40% of the 2,000 employees said they were considering quitting because of burnout. Experts estimate that burnout translates into a loss of anywhere from $150 to $350 billion annually for U.S. businesses."

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“Burn-out is a syndrome conceptualized as resulting from chronic workplace stress that has not been successfully managed. It is characterized by three dimensions: feelings of energy depletion or exhaustion; increased mental distance from one’s job, or feelings of negativism or cynicism related to one's job; and reduced professional efficacy."

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"We saw statistically significant improvements across the board in the scores of teams that were scheduling regular days or nights off, demonstrating their growing faith in the time-off concept."

The Board of Directors

Two are better than one, because they have a good return for their labor: If either of them falls down, one can help the other up. But pity anyone who falls and has no one to help them up. Though one may be overpowered, two can defend themselves. A cord of three strands is not quickly broken. 

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- Ecclesiastes 4

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HOW YOU CAN HELP

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