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, March 22, 2012

God Is Good

“O taste and see that the Lord is good! Happy is the man who takes refuge in him!” ~ Psalm 34:8 RSV

Prayer Requests:
~Pray for our girls and their families to enjoy their time together this week of Spring Break, and that they turn to God each step of the way as they all tread on new territory spending a longer period of time together.

~Pray for the staff that they are enjoying a restful break from school, and finding time to rest at the feet of our Lord, hearing His plan for them each day.

~Pray for healing for those who have been sick, that they know God’s healing powers over this break, and pray for peace for those who are waiting on test results.

~Pray for wisdom and discernment for Agape House to know how to implement the many
marketing ideas that are coming our way as we follow God’s plan for this ministry.

Praise Reports:
~Praise God for His goodness and love.

~Praise God for supplying all of the finances to complete our new building as well as for payroll taxes.

~Praise God for the donation of some gently-used pieces of office furniture and office supplies
from Aurora VNA! God’s timing is always perfect.

Items Needed:
“The Naked Gospel”, book by Andrew Farker
Hand-held cassette players (to listen to recorded information for counseling)
ACT Study Guide 2010 – The Official Study Guide
(2) Electric staplers
Healthy snacks

Wish List:
Ball cart/rack (for in the gym)
Badminton set
Footballs (nerf and regular)
Balls for foosball table

Ways to help in the ministry of Agape House:
~We are in need of a volunteer graphic designer.

~We are in need of someone to clean out the chimney in the fireplace at the counseling center.

~ Provide financial support to help with tuition assistance for a girl here; we have many girls whose families are only able to pay a fraction of the cost of the services we provide for them.

~ Volunteer to repair stained glass.

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

Princess Dress Sale:
Agape House has been blessed with the gift of “hundreds” of formal dresses in all sizes and for all occasions (including mother-of-the-brides). We will share this blessing with all for a minimum donation of $20 for each new dress!

The sale will take place at Agape House in the Gym at 215 S. Main Street, Walworth, Wisconsin at the following times:

- Friday, March 30th – 2:00 to 7:00 p.m.
- Saturday, March 31st – 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Sunday, April 1st – 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Shop, have fun, and help bless this important community ministry.“… to bestow on them a crown of beauty instead of ashes… a garment of praise instead of a spirit of despair” ~ Isaiah 61

PS: If you come on Sunday, be sure to stop in at the Open House between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. for our new Transitional Living Home and Counseling Center across the street at 230 S. Main Street.

“Great is the Lord, and most worthy of praise…” Psalm 48:1a

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