Bethel Ridge History

In 1962, Gregg Hires joined his father's ministry working with troubled teens at the Flying H Youth Ranch.  Over the next 33 years, he served as a clinical social worker, family counselor, clinical director, and administrator.  Gregg also founded Hope Counseling, a non-profit counseling practice in Yakima, Washington.  While working with families in crisis, God revealed a desperate need for extended periods of focused counseling, where clients could be removed from the distractions of everyday life.  Gregg, and his wife Glenna, responded to God's call by creating Bethel Ridge Family Resources, a non-profit, faith-based organization designed to offer clients both a traditional, office setting as well as a retreat center where clients in crisis could receive intensive, structured therapy in a peaceful and remote setting.  As we developed facilities, business plans, and the necessary tools to serve families at Bethel Ridge we relied heavily on the provision of God.  He has confirmed the calling of Gregg and Glenna and the Board in numerous ways.  For example, God has blessed us with a tireless group of volunteers who assist with tasks ranging from hospitality and facility maintenance projects to administrative duties such as web design and financial management.  In addition, Bethel Ridge has received numerous financial donations over the years from supporters, churches, and clients.  These funds have enabled us to provide a variety of services to people who would have otherwise been unable to afford assistance.  We are constantly amazed by the success stories of people whose lives have been transformed through the ministry of Bethel Ridge Family Resources.  (Testimonials)