Depending on Him

“He who dwells in the secret place of the Most High shall remain stable and fixed under the shadow of the Almighty.” ~ Psalm 91:1

Prayer Requests:
~ Pray for our girls (and their families) to understand that God wants us to depend on Him, He wants to fight for us, He wants to work on our behalf, as we rest in the shadow of His Almighty Presence. And knowing this, the girls will be strengthened to go forth each and every day.

~ Pray for the new girls moving into the Home on the 28th, and for the girls returning from last year who will move in on the 30th, that they will know God’s peace and comfort as they make this adjustment in their lives.

STUFFED ANIMALS NEEDED: To help with this adjustment, we would love for each of the girls in the Home to have a stuffed animal (like new). IF you have any small- to medium-sized stuffed animals in excellent condition (like new) that you would be willing to donate, that would be wonderful! If possible, you can drop them off at the school next week, Monday through Friday.

FOOD NEEDED:
~ Pray for food donations to come in as we prepare to open the Home for all the girls moving in starting on Sunday, the 28th of August. We’ll need fresh produce, dairy products and meat (lunchmeat, chicken and beef). See more details below.

~ VOLUNTEER NEEDED TO TEACH PE: Pray for our PE program. We are in need of people who are willing to teach a variety of 6- to 9-week sessions of PE throughout the year for our girls on Monday afternoon from 1:45 to 3:00 p.m. We already have one person, so if you know someone who is gifted in a particular sport, and available at this time on a weekly basis, we would love to talk to them to see if they can help in this area. Contact Jan at 262-275-6466.

~ Pray for the families (and girls) who are still deciding whether or not to come to Agape School; pray that they will have peace regarding their decision. We have a few girls we had hoped would return, and are concerned that they are not returning (as of this date). We know the seeds have been planted, and they will be watered in due time; but we also know that one more year here could make a big difference in the lives of these girls.


Praise Reports:
~ For the wonderful response to our request for the young lady in need of dental work. The appointment has been set for the work to begin next week (please pray for her to know God’s healing powers are already at work).

~ For the volunteers who helped stuff and label newsletters for our quarterly mailing.

~ For all of you who contributed to make our staff retreat this week more enjoyable by making a meal, doing a devotional, or giving a boat ride.

~ For the joy of staff gathering together for our retreat to plan and prepare for the new school year. It went very well, and we even found some time to fellowship and enjoy a boat ride on Lauderdale Lakes!


Items Needed:
Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Healthy Snacks, i.e., almonds, peanuts, dried fruit, granola bars
Lunch meat
Cheese (slices, string and shredded)
Milk
Salad Dressing (Ranch is the fav)
Chicken
Beef
Copy Paper
School Folders
Stamps
Thank You / Note Cards


Wish List:
Illustrated Anatomy and Physiology Book
Scrapbook Albums
Mini Van (used and in good shape) - free or very good price
Gas Cards to take the girls to various events in the van
Gift cards for the girls to be able to go to Starbucks, bowling, a movie, or Subway


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

~ Sponsor a girl here; we have several girls that come from single parent families that have no money.
~ Provide finances to expand our counseling program. Our goal for 2011 is to open a Christian Biblical-based counseling center that operates on a sliding fee so no one is turned away because of finances. We are looking at renting some space close by so we can have more offices and praying for the funding for the rent and to pay the counselor’s
Bring in your Campbell’s labels and Box Tops for Education - ask family and friends to help as well.

“I will say of the Lord, He is my Refuge and my Fortress, my God; on Him I lean and rely, and in Him I trust.” ~ Psalm 91:2