We want you to Meet Orchard! We are kicking off these introductions with our Executive Director, Jonathan Goode. Take a look at why Jonathan chooses to be a part of the work at Orchard and know that all of our team has a passion for the work we are
By Ashley Goode
Orchard knows our Partners are people first- and people are complex! In order to help them thrive as ministry leaders, our services are designed to serve them as as a person, too. This includes these four key areas: Spiritually, Strategically, Operationally and Individually. Each year Orchard offers all of our
By Ashley Goode
At Orchard, we lead with our values. Our values are not simply words, they frame the structure for everything that we say and do. We have six guiding principles that help to run our ministry in a way the honors God and serves our Partners more effectively. We begin
By Ashley Goode
Black History Month is a time to reflect on the exceptional Black leaders, innovators and trailblazers who have helped shape our American history. At Orchard we have the privilege of working with and supporting non-profit Christian leaders who have made significant impact in their communities, some being the first
By Ashley Goode
As we kick off 2022, we are reminder at Orchard of how excited we are by the work we are able to do!Many ministry leaders are unsure of next steps and find themselves isolated in their work. Orchard has the privilege and the joy to help these leaders bridge
By Ashley Goode
The ministries of Orchard are built around the gifts, talents, and interests of the people who we partner with. Our Partners are the heartbeat of what we do. From feeding the hungry, mentoring students, to fighting human trafficking, our 80+ Partners are using their gifts and passions to meet some of the world’s
By Ashley Goode
In Orchard’s 25 years of ministry work, we have seen many changes. We have helped our ministry partners respond, serve and engage with the most relevant issues of our day. This requires our team to help provide relevant resources, ideas, and spiritual support in a constantly changing world around us.
By Ashley Goode
Amidst this busy holiday season, do you wish there was more time for rest and reflection in your life? Then join us for a special event: Advent Sabbath Rest! Come on December 15th for an extended period of silence and prayer on 22 acres of beautiful wooded land in Sandy Springs
By Ashley Goode
Today is #GivingTuesday! Giving Tuesday is a day to celebrate generosity. Amid Black Friday, Cyber Monday, the consumerism of Christmas, we as followers of Jesus want to reclaim generosity as our currency. Orchard is HERE FOR GOOD | Orchard began a strategic initiative focused on the future impact of our ministry nearly seven
Dan Hayes, founder of Orchard, would be the first to tell you that without that initial community there to believe in the ideas he was convicted of 25+ years ago, there would be no Orchard. He says, “The people [of Orchard] are big hearted and are always seeking to build
By Ashley Goode
