NOTE: SUMMER OFFICE REVISED HOURS:
Tuesday & Thursday, ONLY, 9 to 3
or by appointment: 262.275.6466

Dear Friends:

This song has been buzzing in my head lately:

What the world needs now is love, sweet love
It’s the only thing that there’s just too little of
What the world needs now is love, sweet love,
No not just for some but for everyone.

It’s so true . . . it’s interesting that this song was released in 1965, and 55 years later, it’s more true than ever before!
You can listen to this song at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YUaxVQPohlU

We pray that you are all enjoying your summer, and that His blessings abound as you go about doing good and spreading His love!

Blessings . . .

Jan

Praise God For:
~ Work Day participants the past couple of weekends, much has been accomplished, inside and outside! IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN HELPING WITH SOME OF OUR SUMMER CLEAN UP/PREPARATION TASKS, please call Pam at 262.745.1882.

~ The bittersweet ending to the year; last time events, i.e., tuck ins, fun times and spiritual growth opportunities with the Agape House staff.

~ His LOVE; all we need now is love, sweet love!

Please Pray For:
~ Anointing and blessings over the girls as their journey continues, and that the seeds planted this past year will continue to grow, while they hold on to that rooted place of love that Jesus provides.

~ God to bring the remaining new staff needed (girls’ house staff) in time to prepare for the new school year.

~ Wisdom and discernment as we plan for the new school year, and that we will be able to continue with the program, in spite of what is going on in the world around us.

Donate Now: As we go about cleaning and freshening things up for the upcoming year, we are painting and redecorating some of the girls’ dorm rooms, the MPR, the Sanctuary, the gardens, and so many more tasks. If you would like to contribute towards these projects, please ‘donate now’ and indicate “FRESH LOOK” so we know your desire to help with these projects.

Wish List: See UPDATED list of items needed.

Click on Prayer Blog Photos to view a couple of photos and captions.

Due to our ongoing ‘Stay at Home’ orders, and for the safety and well-being of all of our participants, we have restructured our 5K event for May 16^th. Please click on this link to see the details:  https://conta.cc/2VYJB1V

It will be interesting to see how many photos we receive from people who participated in this unique manner.  As we continue to trust that God has a purpose and plan for the uncertain times we are experiencing, I have to believe this is part of His plan.  With everyone participating in their own community/neighborhood, the opportunity is much greater for spreading the awareness of child abuse.

Thank you for your ongoing support and encouragement of this ministry; you are truly helping to make a difference in the lives of many young people and their families.

Dear Friends:

“See, I am doing a new thing! Now it springs up; do you not perceive it? I am making a way in the wilderness and streams in the wasteland.” ~ Isaiah 43:19

We are definitely seeing God at work in the lives of many at Agape House, including students, staff and families, in spite of the uncertainty of life.

The teens who are still at Agape are definitely getting lots of quality time with staff, and it is joyful to see them find ways to adapt to the new normal. When we have nice weather, they are outside enjoying walks, fresh air, sunshine, collecting shells and tossing rocks into the lake and smores by the campfire as the sun sets!

We are also encouraging other healthy habits, i.e., reducing sugar intake to help maintain a healthier immune system, ongoing hand washing, disinfecting door knobs, light switches, etc. Other areas being focused on are intentional language, accountability, and boundaries – all very important! And they have come up with some creative ideas to give back to others in this season. New habits are encouraged regarding making positive choices: coping skills, writing letters to loved ones, walking away, deep breathing and kind words.

I believe that some day the teens who are at Agape House at this time will look back and recognize that they were truly hand picked to be here for this season.

“May the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding,
guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.”
~ Psalm 4:7

Blessings . . .
Jan

Praise God:
~ for our volunteers in and around the community who continue to support Agape House in many ways, including our faithful lunch providers, maintenance pros, IT helpers, mentors, teachers of many classes, including life skills, donors and so much more! While we are not able to have our VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION LUNCH this month, we still want to give all of you a shout of praise!
“First, I thank my God through Jesus Christ for you all,
that your faith is spoken of throughout the whole world.”
~ Romans 1:8
~ for all parents who have become home school teachers in the last few weeks! Let their time with their children be blessed!

Please Pray For:
~ our nation to remain united under God, as we navigate this battle with God as our lamp to light the path for us to follow regarding our families, our physical, mental and spiritual health, our finances/jobs/businesses, our government and the ongoing decisions being made, our medical and emergency response teams, and most of all our FAITH/HOPE/LOVE.

~ our teens, at Agape and those at home, to continue to seek God, to press into their counseling and all of the biblical-based truths they are being taught through our program, allowing them to seep into their spirit and be practiced.

~ nice weather for our 5K event on the 16th of May, and that people will be able to gather and enjoy great fellowship in the outdoors as we bring awareness of CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION. (Don’t forget to register by Friday, May 1st).

~ our staff to remain united, in spite of how we are scattered in different locations; that communications/prayers are ongoing and uplifting, and that we will know when the time is right for us to reunite on site and go forth with the work God has called each one of us to do.

Have a blessed week!