Barren Heights was founded in 2004 by Joe and Toni Rose. After being involved in a serious car accident, the couple began to re-evaluate life and their priorities. While attending a Bible Study focused on “A Purpose Driven Life,” the Roses agreed that they were good at throwing parties at the lake and wondered if […]
Abbi Rose
Abbi graduated from Western Kentucky University in August of 2018 with a degree in Social Work. Growing up as the daughter of the ministry founders, Joe & Toni Rose, Abbi has had the incredible opportunity to volunteer at over 100 retreats. When she was required to have an internship for college, she sought us out (commuting back and forth from Louisville to Bowling Green to make it work). When the Executive Director position became available, Abbi felt called to apply and was hired by the Board of Directors in September of 2018. She is passionate about people and has a strong desire to make sure nobody ever feels isolated and alone. Just like Barren Heights, Abbi strongly believes in making sure people feel loved, accepted, welcomed, and safe.
Outside of Barren Heights, Abbi enjoys playing any competitive sport, reading a good novel, spending time with family (especially her baby nephew), and traveling.
Fun Facts
If you could instantly become an expert in something, what would it be?
Waking up in the morning
If you could meet any person from history, who would you choose?
Jane Addams, founder of the Hull House
If you could live anywhere in the world for a year, where would it be?
Italy, hands down!
If you could have any animal for a pet, what would you have?
A skunk, without its stinker
Abbi Rose
Gallup Strengths:
1. Context
2. Restorative
3. Developer
4. Empathy
5. Achiever
We did it!
$27,454 We surpassed our goal for the 15 for 15 Spring Campaign!! Barren Heights is built on our wonderful community like you, who has again and again said yes when asked. Together we are truly building more compassionate communities for The Kingdom. We appreciate each and every one of you! Here’s to another 15 years and […]
2019 Spring News
ITS SPRING NEWSLETTER TIME!!! Some things to be excited about for this issue… Everything you need to know about our current 15 for 15 Spring Campaign, updates from the Spring Work Days, our New Interns and so much more!! Click the button below to see the Spring 2019 Newsletter! Read 2019 Spring Newsletter
2019 Spring Work Days!
We are preparing for the 2019 retreat season! Can you clean and organize? Are you handy with tools? Do you enjoy working outside? Can you paint or make repairs? This is a great opportunity for everyone! Come as an individual or with your office, team, or small group. We need you and value your skills! Jobs will […]
