STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART
You have helped us to be prepared to help and serve homeless people from all kinds of different situations. One evening recently, we were surprised to have a nineteen-year- old man ride more than seven miles on his bike to get to the Shelter. He had completed his freshman year in college. He had no place to stay and a job starting imminently.
On June 10, he flew to Vermont where he has taken a position in a camp for the balance of the summer. He will then return to school to start his sophomore year in college. We wish him the very best.
Other people who have stayed in the Shelter recently have come in from their tents, or their cars where they have stayed a few days or a few months.
In every case we try to respond with encouragement, and direction and try to care for their needswhatever they may be. Your regular support financially, or with food, or supplies helps us to navigate the varied and difficult situations we are presented with every day. Thanks.
We Love You,
Brian Bisbee
The Power of the Memorial or Honorarium Gift
Recently we received Memorial Gifts for Calvin J. Frye, who passed away on April 26 and Arlene Decker who passed away on May 7. As you know flowers are pretty. They last for a few days, wilt and are thrown away. A memorial or gift in honor of an anniversary or birthday can have a lasting impact in the lives of people. Think about making such a gift. We will properly recognize the memorial or honorarium. For further information, please give Brian Bisbee a call at 316-283-7711.
Speaking Engagements
Recently Brian has spoken at a number of churches and organizations. If you like him to come and speak about the work of the New Hope Shelter, please give us a call at the Office. We will be happy to book a date at your organization, church or service club.
Myth Buster
People often express their belief that all of the people who stay at the New Hope Shelter are from somewhere else like Wichita or from out of state. That is far from the truth. Recently a Mom came to us from Butler County after living in her car with her family. Recently a Newton woman called asking for a place to stay after having spent the night on a park bench in the City. Thanks for your continued support which enables us to give help to these folks in their time of need. Twenty-five dollars a month can change the life of a homeless person who has lost all hope.
The weather was threatening most of Friday, June 9, but we held our Beam and Wall signing. The new Shelter is progressing well. Our Conference Room/Storm Shelter is up and will be getting a reinforced roof soon. Steel beams are being erected on the cement slab which has been fully poured. We are so happy with the progress is being made. We are on schedule to occupy the new building by the end of the year and we are Thankful to Hutton Construction for their excellent work on the project so far.
Check your Facebook page regularly for pictures and drive by 308 South Meridian in Newton to see things in peron.
Paper Towels
Masking Tape
Pine-Sol
Dishwasher Pods
Laundry Pods
Milk
Black Pepper
Coffee
Creamer
Sugar
Food Reminder
We welcome your garden produce. We also can use leftovers from picnics, family events, and corporate functions. Don't hesitate to bring us that half ham, those hot dogs and hamburgers or the partial pies and cakes. They help us provide lunches for our residents and staff. Further information–give Marilyn a call at 316-283-7711.
You can Help us while you Shop at Dillon's
Register your Dillon's Plus Shopper Card, select "New Hope Shelter" as the non-profit you support, and each time you show at Dillon's or Kwik Shop, New Hope Shelte will receive up to 5% of your purchase.
Register at: dillon.com/communityrewards
Our mission at New Hope Shelter, Inc. is to provide a sanctuary for those experiencing homelessness in Harvey, Marion, McPherson and Butler counties by uniting the local church into a nurturing community which restores hope through a growing relationship with Christ.
It is through the love of Christ we share with those in need of hope.
Executive Director - Brian Bisbee
brian@newhope-shelter.org
316-283-7711
