Meadowkirk, Inc., the organization established in 2008 by the more than 100 churches that make up the National Capital Presbytery (NCP) to operate a Middleburg inn and retreat facility, announced today that it has entered in to a long-term lease agreement with the new Delta Farm land owner allowing it to continue its retreat, conference and camping ministry in Loudoun County.

Specifics of the sale were not disclosed, but NCP representative and Senior Pastor of Fairfax Presbyterian Church Henry G. Brinton, says that the relationship between the nonfor-profit Meadowkirk and the new landlord are positive.

"NCP, its member churches and all who know and appreciate this special place look forward to a very bright future for Meadowkirk," Brinton explained. "We believe that the greater Washington, D.C. area will be greatly blessed by the beauty and respite offered at this one-of-a-kind destination," he added.

Paul MacMahon of Sheridan-MacMahon both listed and sold the 358-acre property, located at 38012 Delta Farm Lane. Located five miles from the village of Middleburg, Delta Farm is steeped in history and is home to acirca 1905 manor house, a hotel-type Inn, large meeting spaces, a stateof-the-art swimming pool, cottages, open air pavilions, an Observatory and much more.

Dedicated to sanctuary, fellowship, retreat and stewardship of God's creation, the non-denominational Meadowkirk was threatened by the land sale. However, due to the advantageous lease resulting from the sale, Meadowkirk can remain at Delta Farms for years to come.