People at Rest


Come away to a deserted place all by yourselves and rest a while. 
Mark 6:31

“People at Rest” offers an opportunity for people to come away with God for a sabbath rest. In Scripture, we read about how Jesus often “went away to a solitary place to pray” (Mark 1:35).  In the same way, God longs for us to take time away to be alone….to rest, pray and listen. This type of prayer is powerful and personal. God comes to each person in very specific and unique ways. People at Rest is not a time of teaching or study; rather, it is a time to be lavishly immersed in the loving presence of God. It is a time to receive all that God longs to give.  It is a time for deepening one’s connection with Jesus.  It is a time to move toward the love of God. Opportunities take place on Saturdays. You’ll be glad you came!

It is an absolute gift to spend a couple of hours on a Saturday morning at People at Rest. Our world is so noisy & busy, we need to carve out quiet…to be renewed. Anne Dobbs makes it comfortable and inviting to explore scripture & listen for God’s voice. I will be back and highly encourage others to give yourself this gift.” ~ Grace Smith

Simply put, it was a sweet time with Jesus. Carving out time to sit, be still, and talk openly with God is special. He truly desires a personal relationship with everyone. The blessings you receive will be extraordinary!” ~ Sheryl Hayes


People at Rest – Saturday Mornings

During a “People at Rest” gathering, participants are given Scripture and Christian readings with which to pray with for an hour.  After moving into silence and after finding a quiet place alone with God, each person moves into a time of intimacy with God.  When we are silent, we make space to listen.  Some people may experience God through images, songs, memories, or creation; others may sense a gentle whisper or a still small voice.  Some people choose to walk, write, draw or sing; others to simply sit in silence.  There are no rules except to remain silent for one hour with the materials handed out at the beginning of the gathering.  At the end of the hour, people use a written review sheet to help them journal for 10-15 minutes about what God gave to them during their prayer time.  God speaks to each of us uniquely, and gives personally to each of us during our time at rest.  For those who desire, there is an opportunity at the end of the retreat to share with the others what God gave to them during prayer.

Saturday Opportunities

To sign up, please email Anne Dobbs at anne@annedobbs.com.

Session format: scripture reading (15 minutes), prayer (one hour), journaling (15 minutes), and optional sharing time (15 minutes)

Location: The Gathering Place

  • Saturday, October 27, 2018 9:30-11:30 A.M.
  • Saturday, December 8, 2018 9:30-11:30 A.M.
  • Saturday, January 26, 2019 9:30-11:30 A.M.
  • Saturday, April 6, 2019 9:30-11:30 A.M.

Are you tired? Worn out? Burned out on religion? Come to me. Get away with me and you’ll recover your life.
I’ll show you how to take a real rest. Walk with me and work with me—watch how I do it. Learn the unforced rhythms of grace.
I won’t lay anything heavy or ill-fitting on you. Keep company with me and you’ll learn to live freely and lightly.”
~ Matthew 11:28-30

© 2024 First Presbyterian Church | 4815 Franklin Pike, Nashville, TN 37220 | (615) 383-1815
Website By Worship Times