Stony Point Memories

... One of my good friends, a missionary, spent a couple of years living at Stony Point between assignments.  It has been a place of renewal for church workers of all types.  The camps and conference centers provide places where I can look more closely at my life and how I can serve God better.  I get the strength, wisdom and courage to continue with church life and activities because I can see God at work in the big picture.  

Barbara Epley-Shuck, Whitesboro, N.Y. 

(June 1, 2007)

Dear (Rev)Mr. Pindar and Stony Point Center Employees,

On behalf of all the people of the Tomas Kenny party attending the West Point Graduation and who stayed at the conference center for several days, we would like to thank you and compliment each of those who contributed to our most pleasant visit.  From the beautiful and peaceful surroundings, to the accomodations, to the wonderful food provided, we couldn't have been more pleased. 

We would like to compliment Lise in the food service area upon her congeniality and helpfulness, not to mention making delicious omelets!  The food, atmosphere, and assistance were like icing on the cake for us and we are all very impressed.

Thanks again for a great stay, good food and wonderful employees assisting us in every way.

Most Sincerely, Jan Kenny

Dear Mary and Joyce et al,

Thank you both so much for your great help in coordinating our Haven leadership retreat at Stony Point during the weekend of April 13-14.  Your care was felt and appreciated.

As leaders of an arts organization/ministry based in NYC, it's a treat to get out of the city and spend some time away from our daily distractions to focus and energize as a team.  That said, we had a wonderful stay, and were marvelously productive, and we credit both to the general sense of hospitality of the staff at SP, the lovely and useful facilities, the peaceful grounds and comfortable accomodations.  We especially loved the Meditation Space. 

We look forward to another go of it in the future.  Thanks again.

Blessings,

Joanna Williams, Co-Director, HavenNYC

To Joyce Miller and Mary Romano,

We are writing to thank you for the use of your room for our annual Volunteer Recognition reception.  This event is very special to us because we would not be able to do the work that we are involved in without the wonderful volunteers that help us every day.

Having this event at your facility where it is so peaceful and tranquil allows us to thank them all and to have them enjoy the evening without the noise and bustle of our busy office.  WIth the weather being so delightful last night we were able to enjoy your lovely grounds.  People were commenting on just how beautiful a setting you have.

We could not make this evening so special if it were not for your gracious hospitality.  David was a terrific help and Eva was incredible!  We don't know what we would have done without her.  On behalf of the women and children we serve, our staff and Board members and all of our volunteers, thank you so very much.

Sincerely, Candy Pittari, Director Outreach Community Education & Volunteer Services,             Rockland Family Shelter

To whom it may concern,

Hello, I'm one of the group, Fumie Nakanishi.  We stayed May 11- May 13th.  I'd just like to say thank you for your place and your people.  I really like the simple style ...the place is neat and clean and the food is good, price is economical, people are polite and calm.  The meditation room is so beautiful.  We were very happy to spend time there.

And especially, I was really impressed with ...(Rev. Bill Pindar)...When we left, he gave us bottles of water as a happy mother's day and he was waiting for the bus with us to look after us. We were touched by his kind heartedness.  I didn't have a chance to ask him.. but I am really impressed that he displayed Deguchi Onisaburo's articles and pictures because I'm a shintoist, so I know how the person was very important in Japan.

Again, thank you for the comfortable service for us.

Peace, Mayumi Kan

Dear Stony Point Center Staff:

PEACE to you all.

The Neocatechumenal Community of St. Francis of Assisi Church, Ridgefield Park, thank you so much for letting us stay at the Asia House. Our Retreat was beautiful. Inspired by the beauty of the property and the weather was perfect for our celebrations. The meditation room was excellent for our celebrations.

All the staff were so accommodating, helpful and pleasant and food was always great. It will help other communities searching for a retreat center to stay for a weekend or more, to see how beautiful Stony Point Center is not just the property but the hospitality of the staff, its security, comfort and convenience of all needs necessary for meetings/retreat. We truly recommend Stony Point Center.   

Sincerely,

THE NEOCATECHUMENAL WAY

St. Francis of Assisi Church

Ridgefield Park, New Jersey 

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We want to once again extend a hearty thank you, to you and the entire staff of the Stony Point Center, for the wonderful hospitality and support provided to our group...as we launch a new group of NYPD officers on their peer support journey...and for us to do this work in as open, accepting, supportive, non-judgmental, and diverse a community as your Center, is a remarkable experience. 

... The meals were wonderful - it felt more like dining in an excellent restaurant...the quality of the food and the presentation were a pleasure to partake in. 

Peer Support Training Institute

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On behalf of the entire staff at the Interfaith Center of New York we want to thank all the Stony Point staff for being so hospitable and accomodating to our Marshall T. Meyer retreat.  The special music was an especially nice touch.

We couldn't do this retreat without you and are thankful for our attention and flexibility. Most importantly we are thankful for the relationships that we have developed over the years. 

Blessings,

Moise Waltner, The Interfaith Center of New York

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On behalf of the Retired Teachers' Center I'd like to thank you for a delicious and elegant Hight Tea experience.  The food and service were beyond compare.  It was evident that a great deal of thought went into the preparation of the food and we much appreciate it.  Please convey our appreciation to the staff.  ... We will surely return next year for another round of High Tea delicacies.

Retired Teachers' Center of Rockland

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Dear Rev Bill Pindar,

Once again it is my great pleasure to extend to you and the staff of the Stony Point Center the thanks of all of us at CANDLE for your collective support during our 9th Annual Common Threads Youth Empowerment Retreat. As you know from your own observations, from the glowing article in the Journal News... the event succeeded, beyond our expectations.  ... We have you and your staff (special kudos to the food service staff!) to thank.  We are so comfortable at the Stony Point Center and that comfort level gives us a terrific opportunity to set the tone for the weekend immediately upon arrival.  The young people know and we know that it is a safe and welcoming place.  We know we have you to thank for setting that tone.

Fondly,

Joanne Goodman, Community Awareness Network for a Drug-Free Life and Environment

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