But may all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; may those who long for your saving help always say, “The Lord is great!” Psalm 70:4
The Lord is indeed great and we rejoice in His continued provision for The Journey Home. The Celebration Banquet on August 27 was an evening blessed by God. Over 180 enthusiastic people attended with many new connections made. Their generosity at that event resulted in $17,061 funds raised! It was such an encouraging night.
Hearing two of the guests share that evening about the impact TJH has made on their lives was so powerful. Seeing our newest family settle in well and build relationships with staff and other people there inspires us. Friendships are being formed as guests touch each other’s lives with kindnesses such as giving a haircut. (So cute by the way!) Admitting a new guest this week keeps our hearts overflowing with gratitude… and keeps us quite busy. TJH family is growing and we are so grateful to God for the privilege He has given us of impacting lives in a meaningful way as we point them to Him. We sincerely thank you for your sacrificial gifts that are being used by God to transform lives.
We wanted to make you aware of ways to give that many attendees of the banquet were not aware of. For example, if you are an Amazon shopper, please consider designating The Journey Home on Amazon Smile as the recipient of a portion Amazon gives to non-profits. Go to this link. Also, you may want to donate $100 for a Memorial Brick for a loved one. These are used to line the walkway to the entrance to the home. We are truly grateful to those of you who pray, volunteer, and give to TJH. If you are not already involved, please join with us and consider becoming a volunteer or a regular monthly or quarterly donor.
Praises:
- For our great God and His provision for TJH.
- For the success of the Celebration Banquet.
- For the joy of building relationships with our guests.
- For God’s provision of jobs for our guests.
- For the generosity of individuals and churches in their giving, their prayers and their involvement.
- For TJH staff and for their commitment to the ministry.
- For TJH Board and for their spiritual leadership.
- For the continued partnership in ministry with our community.
Prayer requests:
- For God to give us discernment regarding the recent applicant for the House Manager(s) position.
- For the new guest being admitted this week as she adjusts and is nurtured by TJH staff and volunteers.
- For us to be an example of Jesus as we love and encourage our families and point them to Him.
- For discernment in the selection of guests who are in the application process.
- For more churches and individuals to grasp the vision to be involved in TJH prayerfully and financially.
- For God’s favor for grants pending a decision.
- For godly relationships among staff and guests.
Gratefully joining with you in God’s work,
Debby
For TJH Board
