October 2006 Ministry Update

 

Dear Family, Friends and Website Visitors.

Well, It certainly has been a busy month.  As you can see from the pictures, I've gotten a good jump start on getting my bags filled.

Hats, Hats and more Hats.  As of the beginning of Sept. I had 362 hats [and counting.]  I know it is a little hard to see the contents of the bag with the boxing bulldog, but it is sure to make one little boy very happy.  Last but not least, the messy room, I mean the creative workshop.  Believe me when I tell you that it has gotten gobs more creative since this picture was taken.

More good news.  I was approached by 2 individuals who want to do a donation drive for my Ministry.

One is a relative that has her girls scout troop looking for ways to reach out and help others.

The other is a school I used to work at.  Their National Junior Honor Society wants to do a school wide drive.  Every year they work on a cause to help others and this year they chose mine.

My Church is also ordering 300 more Books of John.  They have been so generous helping me keep up with the growth of My Ministry.

Another thank you to a local business establishment for donations of yarn.  And to all the other items that have drizzled in, I am truly appreciative.

If you notice, I try to keep the names of donors, organizations and establishments anonymous [as much as possible] because most people feel it is a private and personal act.  If however you would like to see your name or group in print, then please let me know.  I would be more than happy to share accolades of the appropriate parties.

I’m in need of a few more items for my bags before the holidays:

Travel Deodorant

Toothpaste

Mouthwash

Healthy Snacks

I hope I haven't forgotten anyone or anything.  And if so, the Lord will remember.

One last thing.  One of my sister's is affiliated with the Make a Wish Program in another state.  They might want to use my hats for their patients.  I told them I would be happy to send them as many as they need.  [Oh fingers, stay nimble]'

In closing, remember that............

GOD GIVES US ALL WE NEED, SO THAT WE CAN GIVE TO THOSE IN NEED.

Blessings to all,

Lauren