Sandy Cove Ministries has created Operation Oasis as a way to say thank you for the sacrifices made by our military. Our desire is that Sandy Cove would be an "oasis" for moms and dads and boys and girls – a place to rest and reconnect with one another after deployment.

Any service man or woman, including those in the Reserve and National Guard, returning home from deployment in support of OIF, OEF or Operation New Dawn can come to Sandy Cove with their immediate family for FREE! This includes comfortable accommodations in the Chesapeake Lodge or Pioneer Campground cabins, all meals, recreation and program if scheduled. 5-nights for a family of four would normally cost up to $2900, but through generous donations, Sandy Cove is able to offer this as a FREE gift to military families to help you bond together and relax in a Christian atmosphere. One FREE visit per family.

For members of our military deployed to the Middle East in recent years, stress has taken an immense toll on both the soldiers and their families. Chaplains, from all branches of the service, speak of withdrawal symptoms, increased violence, sleeplessness and other social adjustments as military personnel return home.

Sandy Cove has a history of providing our service men and women with refreshment of body and restoration of soul. After World War II, under the leadership of Sandy Cove’s founder, Dr. George Palmer, the needs of thousands of soldiers were met through "Welcome House" in New Jersey and "Victory Center" in Philadelphia. Operation Oasis Outreach has been created to offer a time of rest at Sandy Cove for those who have been involved in military operations in the Middle East.

Bring your spouse and/or children and join us for a Sandy Cove program…

Holiday Specials

• New Year's Eve Extravaganza, December 31 - January 1

Couples' Retreats
A romantic getaway for just the two of you at one of our Married Couples Conferences

• February 10-12, 2012
• November 9-11, 2012

3-Night Family Fusion Vacations (Friday-Monday)

• Memorial Day Weekend – May 25-28, 2012
• Labor Day Weekend – August 31-September 3, 2012
  
  

Summer Together Family Camp 2012 - summer fun, spiritual growth and a slower pace of life

5-Night Family Vacations (Sunday - Friday)

• July 1-6, 2012, Homeschool Week
• July 8-13, 2012
• July 15-20, 2012
• July 22-27, 2012
• July 29-August 3, 2012

Parent-Child Weekends

• Father & Son Man Camp in West Virginia, September 7-9, 2012

…or anytime your schedule allows!
If no program or event falls during the time you wish to stay, join us for a two-night getaway together as a family or as a couple. It will still be a peaceful, quiet time regrouping together as a family on the headwaters of the Chesapeake Bay.

While there has been a transformation, the time here has made me reflect on how important my family and my wife are in my life. This time has made me realize that they are as (if not even more) important to me than my job and other aspects at my life. This time here at Sandy Cove has made me realize that I need to pay more attention to her and the kids; this is a great thing since now I know where to start my journey to a true transformation.

Thank you. - G. Rodriguez

Thank you Operation Oasis Team and donors. Our family has played more together this weekend than we have in a long time. The teachings were so timely. We also, my husband and I had the perfect amount of time with God & each other. We want to continue this tradition for years to come because we can see the fruit it will bear. Thank you so much for the free invitation.

We needed it. – The Carrion Family

Sandy Cove has given our children a special blessing of their parent’s undivided attention that they badly needed. It has been a special time of communion with family and God. Things are uncertain for our future and we have been blessed to have this time to get away and focus on God and his will for our life.

Thank you. - The Sullivans.

Dear Sandy Cove staff and supporters, we cannot begin to express our appreciation to you for your generosity. My husband returned from his first deployment April 2010 and will be leaving for his 2nd Sept. 2011. Deployments are not easy and it means a lot to us that we are cared about by you. We look forward to the time when we can visit you again. Thanks again for all you have done for our family and the bonds we have made stronger this week. We will be praying for your ministry and all the lives you will be reaching in the years to come. May God continue to bless your staff and your mission here at Sandy Cove.

With much love, The Shentons.

My wife and I have thoroughly enjoyed this blessing and will cherish it always. This experience will change our lives forever in a most positive way. Sandy Cove staff and planned activities were outstanding. Also the extreme love and care Mark P. Fisher outs into this OO is impeccable.

Thanks again for OO!! – Rick and Pennie Streeter

Thank you to all who made this week possible. Sandy Cove, in these 5 days, has re-united me with my family and God. My time here has helped me identify shortfalls that have led to strain in my marriage. I’m not fixed, but now I know where to start and that’s a good thing. I hope to have an update next year when we come back to Sandy Cove. Thank you again for the opportunity you provided my family.

The Pascarellis

Sandy Cove Ministries is a recipient of the Distinguished Service Medal from the DC National Guard.

Operation Oasis is made available by generous people who have donated to Sandy Cove. A week for a family of four would normally cost up to $2,900*. However, we offer this as a free gift to military families to help them bond together and relax in a Christian atmosphere. We are honored by their service and committed to making their re-entry a smooth process. **family of four for Summer Together Family Camp 2011

Read testimonials by those who have found a "Safe Harbor" at Sandy Cove here.

If there are members of your congregation or community who would benefit from such a retreat experience, please e-mail operationoasis@sandycove.org
or call: 800-234-2683.