God is Generous

“If you then, who are evil, know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will the heavenly Father give the Holy Spirit to those who ask him!” Luke 11:13 NRSV

Prayer Requests:
~Please pray that each of the girls will seek God in all things.
~Please pray for our Open House and Princess Dress Sale this weekend (more information below). Pray that both events would glorify God in every way.
~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 generosity - “How we praise God, the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms because we belong to Christ.” Ephesians 1:3 NLT

- for the healing that some of our staff and students have received this past week.

- for the donation of 2 cassette players and tapes so far.

- for the joy of watching the Princess Dress Sale and Open House come together for this weekend, as we trust God to bring the people here who He knows need to take part in these activities.

- for the many furniture items that were donated and fit in so beautifully in the new building!

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 thecounseling 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 ofthe 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.
“I will sing to theLord, for he has been good to me.” Psalm 13:6

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

Our God is an Awesome God!

“I will meditate on the glorious splendor of Your majesty, And on Your wondrous works. Men shall speak of the might of Your awesome acts, And I will declare Your greatness.” Psalm 145:5-6 NKJV

Items Needed to Borrow for Princess Dress Sale (see details of this event below) - If you have clothing racks (to hang formal gowns on), clothing steamers or hangers that we can borrow, please contact the office at 262-275-6466 and let us know if you can drop them off by next Friday, the 23rd of March. We would need to borrow these items through the end of the day on Sunday, April 1st. Also, please be sure your name is on any of these items that you are loaning to Agape House, as we will have an assortment of items from various people.

Prayer Requests:

~Please pray for all of the girls as they enjoy Spring Break starting Friday, March 16. Pray for the families; that God will bless this time of togetherness.

~Please pray for God’s provision of the remaining costs to finish the Transitional Living Home and Counseling Center so we can be officially open by the 1st of April.

~Please pray for $4,000 to cover payroll taxes this month.

Praise Reports:
Praise God for being the awesome God that He is: “Come, see the glorious things God has done. What marvelous miracles happen to his people!” Psalm 66:5 TLB

Praise God for the awesome healing He is doing in some of the girls and their families. Miraculous!!

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
Mini Van (Used and in good shape) – free or very good price

Ways to help in the ministry of Agape House:

~If you are interested in sponsoring a girl for the Dare 2 Share Youth Conference, the cost is $75.00 per girl which covers the conference, meals and the hotel.

~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.

“Out of the north he comes in golden splendor; God comes in awesome majesty.” Job 37:22 NIV

Princess Dress Sale:

Agape House has been blessed with the gift of “hundreds” of formal dresses in all sizes and for all occasions. 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.

Ask, Seek, Knock

“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you.” ~ Matthew 7:7

Prayer Requests:
~Please pray for the girls to trust God enough to be respectful of others, knowing that even if someone is not being respectful of them, they can trust God to handle the situation and not feel burdened to handle it themselves.

~Please pray for God’s provision of$2,000 to $3,000 to cover the remaining costs to finish the Transitional Living Home and Counseling Center so we can be officially open by the 1st of April.

~Please pray for $4,000 to cover payroll taxes this month.


Praise Reports:
Praise God for being our provider: “And don’t worry about food – what to eat and drink. Don’t worry whether God will provide it for you. These things dominate the thoughts of most people, but your Father already knows your needs. He will give you all you need from day to day if you make the Kingdom of God your primary concern.” ~ Luke 12:29 -31 NLT

For the generous donation from Delavan Service League of copy paper, healthy snacks, stamps and soup.

For the donations of the following items for our Counseling Center/Transitional Home: Dorm-size refrigerator, microwaves, dresser, desk, table lamp, armoire and TV. Most of these items were on our wish list for several weeks! God's timing is always right.

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
Mini Van (Used and in good shape) – free or very good price
Ways to help in the ministry of Agape House:

~If you are interested in sponsoring a girl for the Dare 2 Share Youth Conference, the cost is $75.00 per girl which covers the conference, meals and the hotel.

~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.

“For everyone who asks receives; he who seeks finds; and to him who knocks, the door will be opened.” ~ Matthew 7:8

Perfect Peace

MORE SATURDAY WORK DAYS: This Saturday, March 2 (9a.m. – 4p.m.) we will be working on the new building at 230 S. Main Street, which is right across the street from Agape House. Please consider helping out if you are available.

PAINTERS NEEDED: There is a still some painting to be completed. This can be done on Saturday or any time. Just call and let us know so we can be sure to unlock the doors. Painting supplies are all provided.

“You, Lord, give perfect peace to those who keep their purpose firm, and put their trust in you.” Isaiah 26:3 (TEV)

Prayer Requests:
~Please pray that each of the girls will know that they can find their purpose in God alone.

~We are still praying and trusting God for the full $10,000 needed to finish up the renovations for the Transitional Living Home for young women, ages 18 to 28, who are in need of some guidance in their lives. This will allow us to open the Counseling Center and the Transition Home, as we already have girls on a waiting list! This will provide a safe home for these young women while they receive biblical counseling and learn independent living skills through work and education. Thank you all so much for your ongoing support and prayer.

~Please continue to pray for God to provide mentors for each of the girls – someone to spend one-on-one time encouraging, supporting and just having fun times with them.

~ Please pray for general donations as well, as giving is down at this time of the year; our account is at $0, and we need to continue paying our staff and the bills.

~ Pray for the girls as they spend more time working at improving their relationships with their families; pray that they recognize this is a process and it does take time, and with God's help, they will reach their goals!


Praise Reports:
~ Praise God for His faithfulness always.

~ For the progress the girls are making in the classroom with their school work; in their Bible Study classes and counseling with their healing; and in their relationships with their families as they begin to have longer family visits.


Items Needed:
No. 10 Envelopes
Copy Paper
Stamps
Manilla Files
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
Electric stapler
Healthy snacks
Christian magazines for the waiting room at the counseling center; i.e., The Post, Joyce Meyer magazine, etc.

Wish List:
Gift Registry for Transition Home/Counseling Center: If you would like to help furnish the Transition Home and Counseling Center, please check out our registry at Kohl’s and Target.
For Kohl’s we are registered under ‘Special Days’ as First Name: Agape, Last Name: House, #1671533. For Target we are registered under ‘Target List’ (not registry) under Agape House.

Dorm-size refrigerator for the counseling center
Microwaves – need 1 or 2 nice ones for the new building
Ball cart/rack (for in the gym)
Badminton set
Footballs (nerf and regular)
Balls for foosball table
Mini Van (Used and in good shape) – free or very good price

Ways to help in the ministry of Agape House:
~If you are interested in sponsoring a girl for the Dare 2 Share Youth Conference, the cost is $75.00 per girl which covers the conference, meals and the hotel. This event takes place in April; please submit your sponsorship by the end of March.

~Someone to clean out the chimney in the fireplace at the counseling center.

~Volunteers to help with regular cleaning to supplement the daily chores performed by the girls.

~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.

~Be a tutor.

~Be a mentor.

~ 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.


“Everything got started in him and finds its purpose in him.” Colossian 1:16b