Launched in 2024 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, Cypress Ministries is in the process of developing and executing plans to establish our rest, retreat, and restoration ministries. Looking ahead, we anticipate a three-year timeline to become fully operational. 

Deep Woods Immersion

2025

  • Continue to operate Deep Woods Immersion through the ministry of Mount Vernon Community Bible Church.
  • Pilot a Deep Woods Immersion weekend exclusively for women.

2026

  • Pursue opportunities to expand Deep Woods Immersion beyond Community Bible Church.
  • Publish the Deep Woods Immersion Field Manual.

2027

  • Continue to offer Deep Woods Immersion to Community Bible Church and other organizations.
  • Establish Deep Woods Immersion at its permanent home, Cypress Hollow Iowa.

Cypress Hollow Iowa

2025

  • Launch a capital campaign to raise funds to acquire the Cypress Hollow property.
  • Acquire a large property suitable for development into Cypress Hollow Iowa.

2026

  • Launch a capital campaign for development of the Cypress Hollow property.
  • Begin to develop the property and prepare it for ministry use.

2027

  • Launch a capital campaign to raise funds to make Cypress Hollow fully operational. 
  • Launch the full suite of ministries.

Partner with us

We're looking for like-minded people willing to contribute to the development and operations of Cypress Ministries. Join us in this groundbreaking ministry. Donate today or contact us to discuss how you can help launch and fund the important work of Cypress Ministries.