Retreat for Pastors and Wives
We are thrilled to be hosting our inaugural retreat for pastors and their wives!
All slots are currently filled for the January 12-14 retreat at Fairhaven Ministries in Roan Mountain, TN. We look forward to sharing three days of refuge and refreshment with you.
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About D&D Ministries
Refuge and Refreshment for Ministries and Marriage
D&D Ministries exists to bring refuge and refreshment to marriages, families, pastors and their wives. We do this through services, retreats, conferences, and one-on-one discipleship.
As a couple with over 40 years of marriage and ministry, Dale and Denise love to walk with believers through every stage of life. They are passionate about encouraging people of every age and sharing the gospel whether at home or on the road. They especially desire to strengthen pastors and their wives.
Dale Cunningham
Dale believes in practical, expositional, Christ-centered preaching that encourages us to “grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18).” With a lifetime of church ministry, including 40 years as a senior pastor, Dale is passionate about encouraging local pastors and ministry leaders.
Denise Cunningham
Denise loves to refresh the hearts of women with clear, sound teaching from the word of God. Her method is to give biblical instruction from Scripture in a way that is applicational and practical so that it can be put to use in a woman’s daily walk with Christ.
How Can We be an encouragement to you?
Ministry Areas
We have a heart for pastors and their families and understand the unique challenges of a life in ministry. We are eager to encourage and counsel ministry couples who are walking through a season of difficulty in marriage and/or ministry. This can range from phone and video calls to overnight stays in our home.
If you are in a difficult season, it would be our joy to point you to the One who holds the answer.
Denise loves to refresh the hearts of women with clear, sound teaching from the word of God. Her method centers on providing biblical instruction from Scripture in a way that is practical and can be easily applied in a woman’s daily walk with Christ. As a mother of 2 grown children, Denise has a wealth of experience to share in being a mom, a wife, a friend, a ministry partner and so much more.
Would you like to have Denise speak at your event?
Dale believes in practical Christ-centered teaching that encourages men to grow in their faith and be strong Christian leaders in their home and work life. With a lifetime of church ministry, including 40 years
as a senior pastor, Dale is passionate about encouraging men in every stage of life.
Would you like Dale to speak at your event?
Dale and Denise have enjoyed over 40 years of marriage and ministry together as well as raising two now married daughters. They love music, hiking, coffee, biking, blogging, dating each other, living in the country, and their empty nest.
If you are in a difficult season of your marriage, it would be our joy to point you to the One who holds the answer.
Dale believes in practical, expositional, Christ-centered preaching that encourages us to “grow in the grace and knowledge of the Lord Jesus Christ (2 Peter 3:18).” With a lifetime of church ministry, including 40 years as a senior pastor, Dale is passionate about encouraging local pastors and ministry leaders.
Would you like Dale to preach at your church?
Will you join us at a location near you?
2025 - 2026 Schedule
Nov. 6-8
2025
2025
Ladies Retreat
Nov. 6-8, 2025 - Denise
Sevierville, TN
Nov. 9
2025
2025
Sunday AM Service
Nov. 9, 2025 - Dale
Boones Creek Bible Church, Johnson City, TN
Nov.10-12
2025
2025
Selah Refresh Conference
Nov. 10-12, 2025 - Dale and Denise
The Wilds, Brevard, NC
Nov. 21
2025
2025
Ordination Service, Jason Smith
Nov. 21, 2025 - Dale
Good News Baptist Church, Chesapeake, VA
Nov. 23
2025
2025
Sunday AM Service
Nov. 23, 2025 - Dale
Boones Creek Bible Church, Johnson City, TN
Nov. 23
2025
2025
Sunday PM Service
Nov. 23, 2025 - Dale
Calvary Baptist Church, Clintwood, VA Revival Meeting
Jan. 12-14
2026
2026
Retreat for Pastors and Wives
Jan. 12-14, 2026 - Dale and Denise
Fairhaven Ministries, Roan Mountain, TN
Jan. 16-17
2026
2026
Pastors and Wives Retreat
Jan. 16-17, 2026 - Dale & Denise
Community Baptist Church, South Bend, IN
Jan. 18
2026
2026
Sunday
Jan. 18, 2026 - Dale
Community Baptist Church, South Bend, IN
Jan. 23-25
2026
2026
Spiritual Enrichment Conference
Jan. 23-25, 2026 - Dale and Denise
Grace Baptist Church, Vero Beach, FL
Food for the soul
Amazing to watch the Lord at work
Frank & Ashley Marriage Conference
It pointed us back to God and his word with regard to marriage and clarified purpose of marriage. Provided relief and support.
John Lashuay Pine Island Bible Church
Dale and Denise were a great blessing to me, my family and also to our church family. They spent time with us and genuinely listened and showed compassion, sharing counsel that was both Biblical and very practical. It was a joy to have them partner with us in ministry.
Ashleigh Waldron Marriage Conference
We needed this refresh in our lives and marriage right now. God knew exactly what we needed and the timing was perfect. A bonus was having the time to have a date. We hadn't had that in over a year!
Stephen Waldron Marriage Conference
It made us sit down and talk about sensitive subjects that needed to be addressed. It helped us to connect on a deeper level and reminded us why we got married. It also helped to put things into perspective. The date time was a great idea and very much needed. I love Ashleigh with all my heart and this helped remind me that I need to show her this, not just tell her from time to time.
Stephen Caldwell Adriondack Bible Chapel
Dale and Denise were well received by our church. They ministered with enthusiasm and a passion to show and share Christ. Dale has a love for the family. He and Denise provided practical encouragement from both the husband and the wife's perspectives.
PODCASTS & RADIO BROADCASTS
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Triumphant Living
Having been a senior pastor for over 40 years, Pastor C has a passion for unpacking the truths of Scripture and applying those truths and principles to everyday life through practical, expositional, Christ-centered preaching.
Refresh Her
A podcast for women to find spiritual refreshment for their heart, home and life. Denise shares practical encouragement for living out a growing walk with Christ and the joy of Biblical womanhood.
Blog Posts
Five Things to Pray for Your Pastor While He’s on a Sabbatical
What makes the role of a pastor especially demanding and how can you support him?
I'll See You Next Sunday
For pastors, Mondays can be a difficult day...read on to be encouraged!
A Little Lunch
The mother that provided the lunch was doing a normal every-day task and it turned into a day her son would never forget.
