Website: www.agapehouseforgirls.org

"The Spirit of the Sovereign LORD is on me, . . . He sent me to bind up the brokenhearted, to proclaim freedom for the captives and release from darkness for the prisoners . . . " ~ Isaiah 61:1



Thursday, January 13, 2011

Love at all times

“A friend loves at all times.” Proverbs 17:17

Prayer Requests
~ Pray that the girls come to love their friends always!

~ For ongoing strength, wisdom and discernment for staff.

~ For the completion of the renovation project and volunteers to step forward to help.

~ For new girls coming to Agape House, that their spirits are comforted for this change in their lives, and that their families are open to new ways of doing things in their lives.

~ For the girls at Agape to prepare their hearts for new students, to be open to loving unconditionally, encouraging like Barnabus, and to have servant hearts to ease the transition of a new, hurting child.

~ For good health for everyone at Agape.

~ For healing, emotionally, physically and spiritually to come with the balance of resting in Him.

~ For the staff’s spiritual growth on a continued basis, and that we grow in the grace and knowledge of Him, our Savior and redeemer.

~ For each precious Agape Angel as they work through their hurts and find Him through studying and pondering His Word.

~ For safe travel on all of our school field trips, servant events and fun days.

~ For wisdom and discernment, every step of the way, as this ministry grows.

Praise Reports:
~ For all who have diligently sent in Box Tops for Education; we recently received a check in the amount of $398.80!

~ For all of those who continue to provide support for this ministry, whether it be through financial giving, material donations, prayer support, or just lending an ear to listen when needed.

~ For the donation of hair care products from Clear Water Spa – the girls will enjoy this treat!

~ For the girls that have recognized that being healthier physically will make a difference in their overall lives.

~ For all of our faithful staff and volunteers who continue to work together for the greater good of this ministry!

~ For a phenomenal week; not only did the girls work hard on their academic studies, but they addressed issues in counseling, saw God at work in their own lives as well as the lives of their fellow classmates and volunteers!

~ For Judi’s successful eye surgery, and continued healing.

~ For all the blessings of Christmas, in the birth of our Savior, and the blessings we all received in time with our families, rest, rejuvenation and gifts – we are so grateful.

~ For His faithfulness and His promises.


Wish List:
Copy Paper – Several Reams
Plain, Inexpensive Folders – 6 of any one color, up to 3 or 4 dozen total
Cheese (string, chunk or shredded)
Chicken
Butter and Margarine (tub and stick)
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables
Healthy snacks
Snack Crackers
Peanut Butter

Gift Cards for: Starbucks; Movie Theatre; Roller Skating; or Bowling Alley

See ‘Special Gift’ registry at Kohl’s; there are still a few items we need. However, please note that we no longer need the Kitchen Aid, as a used one was donated that works well.


Ways to Help at this time:
~ Volunteer to repair stained glass.

Bring in your Campbell’s labels and Box Tops for Education - ask family and friends to help as well.


“My soul finds rest in God alone; my salvation comes from Him.” Psalm 62:1

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