The Values of our NEST
Farming Goals and Objectives
Through a family operated direct marketing farm we will craft a lifestyle that reflects these values and establishes a home worth working for. NATURAL: To be healthier, hardier, and happier –
a. physically through eating naturally, physical exercise, less stress, reducing processed foods, using more natural health remedies, cleaner water, and d
ramatically reduced manufactured chemical usage in our land - food - and daily life. emotionally through less stress and more fun together - Integration of work and play together. spiritually – through a practiced faith in Jesus Christ that is at the center of our everyday lives. This is expressed in our ministry of hospitality and our connection to night and day prayer. We want to extend these values to our animals as well. We will have healthier, hardier, and happier animals by adapting our farming operations to natural animal patterns.
2. EYE APPEALING: To create, enjoy, and be inspired by beautiful things -
a. in how the animals look, smell, and act. In how our land looks and smells. In how our buildings reflect care and quality. In how we keep things clean and well cared for. In how we showcase nature rather than manipulate. In making a place for art, craft, song, and creativity.
3. SUSTAINABILITY & SELF-SUFFICIENCY: To build family stability through sustainability and self-sufficiency by:
a. reducing our dependence on globalization (ie Wal-Mart), factory farming, and consumerism. increasing our skill sets and our creativity
c. increasing our perseverance, our faith, and our connection with natural revelation. Increasing our awareness of food production, natural health care, first aid, and general safety. having a working plan in the event modern technology or politics fail us. providing profitable employment for our children and for family. honoring the land and stewarding resources well - not only sustaining our family but the resources God has given us.
4. TOGETHER WITH FAMILY & COMMUNITY: To build cohesion and hospitality -
a. by sharing: This is not an exercise in independence or isolation. We want to extend ourselves into the lives of others by sharing resources, information and work. by having people visit and stay with us on the farm: The practice of Hospitality not only provides opportunity for ministry to one another but is in itself a witness of the kingdom of God. by establishing the home as the center of our lives: We will work primarily out of our home. Children, even those leaving the home, will be supported by the ties of a home base for rest and strengthening. by integrating work, recreation, rest, and play: The family will all be working together at a moderate pace of life to build meaningful relationships, have integrated time together in work and play, learning to cooperate, and every member of the family is essential for the success of the farm.
