Welcome to our site. Browse around for a few moments and relax. Slow down the hectic pace of life and leave here with a smile. We are spending our lives sharing the gospel's love story with the children and families of Appalachia. Our ministry is relationship driven. We have created a family with our network of friends and supporters, with the children we work with and the families to whom we minister. Outreach programs are directed by Christian individuals but the majority of children we serve do not attend church. In fact, we taught the song, "Jesus Loves Me" to children who had never before heard those words. The history of this outreach goes back to 1948 when Naomi Randall got off a train in Yellow Rock Kentucky and asked for the nearest Sunday School. There wasn't one but with her dedication and leadership ministry began. Years passed, churches were established, a summer camp was founded and then what began as ministry in the community evolved into a retreat center that hosted churches for weekend retreats. In 1989 ministry was taken back to the children through the creation of a sponsorship program to local children. The new children's ministry was inspired by the rich history of Pine Crest Youth Center and the dedication and vision of Naomi and other missionary pioneers to the mountains of Appalachia. Pine Crest Appalachian Ministries is incorporated as Appalachian Ministries, Inc, a religious charity. Ministry to children continues through the leadership of the Lacy family.Pine Crest camp sold four years ago and we were unable to pay the asking price for the land. We relocated to Shoemaker Ridge, a few miles away. The new location is a large farm on a mountain ridge with lots of room for children to run and play. It is a beautiful place with lots of potential. To leave the old property was sad but we are experiencing great blessings at our new home. Be assured-- ministry IS continuing! Join with us on a remarkable journey through the mountains and into the hearts and lives of children as we teach Christian values, stress education and hard work and preach salvation, love and acceptance. My name is Lisa and I will be your guide through this wonderful world. -- Lisa 