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



Friday, November 22, 2013

Dear Friends:

We are in the 'thick' of things at Agape House as we minister to these precious girls whom God has hand-picked to be in this program. Your prayers and support are greatly appreciated ~ we could not do what we do here without each of you!

I pray that your Thanksgiving is a time of celebration for all that each of us have to be thankful for, including God and our families.

Pam and Ben


PRAISE REPORTS:
~ for the girls and their families as they courageously press on to learn how they can find healing for themselves and their families.

~ for all of the staff and volunteers who work together, giving grace where needed, as we all seek to serve God through this ministry, and the joy of seeing His healing taking place!

~ for the donations of food supplies, including beef, clothing and other needs.

~ for all those who donated silent auction items for our Informational Night; as noted below:
  • Abbey Springs
  • At The Lake House B&B
  • Big Foot Quik Lube
  • Cartridge World
  • Combs and Associates
  • Dinner By Design
  • Dunn, Carolyn
  • French Country Inn
  • Frierdich, Leslie
  • Geneva Family Dentistry
  • Geneva National Golf Club
  • God's Grace Photography
  • Golz, Greg and Jami
  • Heyer True Value
  • Jais, Wenel and Richard
  • Jake's Party Cakes
  • JR Homes, LLC
  • Kastein, Shirley
  • Langley, Carol
  • Losching, Sue
  • Main Street Country Store
  • Milliman, Robert
  • O'Brien Computer Service
  • Olberg, Mel and Bonnie
  • Park Place Chiropractic
  • Peoples Bank
  • Plum Tree National Golf Club
  • Przewoznik, Dena Lynn
  • Quaker Steak & Lube
  • Raggedy An-Tiques
  • Red Robin
  • Revolution Golf HD
  • Robinson Wholesale, Inc.
  • Sammy's On The Square
  • Sassy Salon
  • Schafer, Jack & Joan
  • Schultz, Chris
  • Seales, Robbi
  • Smith, Bill and Janita
  • Spaulding, Nancy and Peter
  • Sitorius, Terri
  • Szok, Margaret and Cindy
  • Thomas C. O'Brien Law Offices
  • Turner's Art Gallery
  • Utzig Carstar
  • Walter, Evelynne
  • Wissell, Fred and Gere
  • Woldhuis, Joe
Psalm 40:5 ~ "Many, Lord my God, are the wonders You have done, the things You planned for us. None can compare with You, were I to speak and tell of Your deeds, they would be too many to declare."


UPCOMING EVENT:
Christmas Open House
Sunday, December 8th - 1 to 4 p.m.
Multipurpose Room
Come hear the girls sing; shop for Christmas gifts; enjoy some home baked goodies; and see our facility in Christmas décor!

We are looking for vendors with unique merchandise for a one-of-a-kind gift shopping experience.
Cost for a booth is only $25; if you are interested in more information , please contact Christine Schultz at cps@wi.rr.com or 262.939.3436.


IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT AGAPE HOUSE,
 
please contact us at 262-275-6466
or via email to jan@agapehouseforgirls.org
 
Some areas we need help are:
Chapel Speakers
Event Planner (to come alongside Pam and oversee an  event)
Someone to teach viola and flute lessons
Health Teacher for 4th quarter, 12:45 to 2 on Thursday
Friday Night Activity Leader - once a month
Worship Leader - Thursday night, once a month


WISH LIST:
Thank you cards
Camera for the Home
Shuffles (about $25 each)
Snack Items: small boxes of raisins, granola bars, cheez-its crackers, pretzels, string cheese, yogurt and chips for lunch
Tuna
Mayonnaise
Ketchup
Cheese (shredded, string, etc)
Rice (white and boxed)
Dinner sides-pastas, rice, potatoes (scalloped, au gratin, etc)
Macaroni n Cheese
Ramen noodles
Canned ravioli, spaghetti O's, etc
Spices (garlic salt/powder, onion salt/powder, cinnamon, oregano, etc)
PEANUT BUTTER!!!
Fresh fruit other than  apples (we have been blessed with many!)

Friday, November 1, 2013


GIVE THEM HOPE 2014

Dear Friends:
It’s been a very busy week at Agape House as we continue to watch all of you come alongside of us as the hands and feet of Jesus – thank you for your prayers and support in so many ways.

We’ve been blessed with many wonderful items for our Silent Auction – see some of the items on the list below so you can be thinking ahead as to what you might like to have! We look forward to seeing many of you at Geneva National Thursday night for an evening of dinner, silent auction, guest speaker and testimonies!

Jan


Silent Auction items include: Badger vs. Northwestern Basketball Tickets; Size 2X Down-filled winter coat; Anytime Fitness Membership (1 month); Winnie the Pooh collectibles; Raggedy Ann & Andy collectibles;  Two-night stay at local B&B on Lake Como; Sailing package on Lake Geneva; Boat ride package on Lauderdale Lakes; One week vacation in Florida; Golf packages; Photography package; Mary Kay package; Kindle HD; adorable Doll House for 18” dolls; Handyman Services; 31 Gift Package; Gift Certificates for restaurants, oil changes, hair cut/style; printer cartridges; and much more!

 

Upcoming Event:

Christmas Open House
Sunday, December 8th – 1 to 4 p.m.
We are looking for vendors with unique merchandise for a one-of-a-kind gift shopping experience. Cost for a booth is only $25; if you are interested in more information, please contact Christine Schultz at cps@wi.rr.com or 262.939.3436.

 
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO VOLUNTEER AT AGAPE HOUSE,
please contact us at 262-275-6466
or via email to jan@agapehouseforgirls.org

Some areas we need help are:
Event Planner (to come alongside Pam and oversee an event)
Someone to teach viola and flute lessons
Health Teacher for 4th quarter, 12:45 to 2 on Thursday
Friday Night Activity Leader - once a month
Worship Leader - Thursday night, once a month


Praise God:
~ For the girls who are making progress in their faith and trusting of God, as well as making good choices for themselves as they find who they are in Christ!

~ For the donation by Royal Oak Farm Orchard in Harvard, IL of a fun afternoon for some of our girls on a hayride, picking apples, and enjoying all of the other goodies at their farm!

~ For His never-ending grace, blessings, strength, compassion and never-ending love as we go through our days, sometimes leaning on God every moment of the day!


Prayer Requests
~ For the girls and their families to come to know and trust God, and find their own identity.

~ For healing the families of staff as they deal with so many issues that are a result of brokenness.

~ For the girls to learn that they do not need to be controlled by their emotions.

~ For our Informational Night, that God brings all those he desires to attend to hear the testimonies of lives being changed, and that hearts are touched!

“ .  . . but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” ~ Isaiah 40:31


Wish List:
Thank You Cards
DVD player for the Loft
Camera for the Home
Shuffles (about $25 each)
Snack Items: small boxes of raisins, granola bars, cheez-its crackers, pretzels, string cheese, yogurt and chips for lunch
Tuna
Mayonnaise
Ketchup
Cheese (shredded, string, etc)
Rice (white and boxed)
Dinner sides—pastas, rice, potatoes (scalloped, au gratin, etc)
Macaroni n Cheese
Ramen noodles
Canned ravioli, spaghetti O’s, etc
Spices (garlic salt/powder, onion salt/powder, cinnamon, oregano, etc)
PEANUT BUTTER!!!
Fresh fruit other than apples (we have been blessed with many!)

Art Supplies:
10) crochet hooks
(10) pair knitting needles
(10) Canvas for painting 11 x 14
(10 – 12) sets of Watercolor Paints
One gallon Elmer’s Glue
Muslin – plain off-white; enough for (12) 8 x 10 squares
Three (3) boxes Sharpie markers – thin line, various colors
12 to 15 Dome-type cup lids (like Burger King has for their shakes)
(9) Drawing Paper Tablets
Toilet paper rolls (cardboard)
Newspaper
Table runner rolls of white paper
Origami paper – various colors
Watercolor paper
8 x 10 or 12 x 12 Mat boards – all colors
Paint brushes – all sizes