STRAIGHT FROM THE HEART
I was able to identify more fully with some of the people who come to the Shelter as the result of a recent experience. I took a recent vacation to Tennessee—by plane from Wichita. After delays, we got on a Southwest Airlines flight to St. Louis.
I disembarked and walked with my wife in the direction of the new gate. We were separated for a few moments, and I instinctively reached for my wallet. It was not in my pocket. I searched all my other pockets, and it was nowhere to be found.
The plane we had come in on was leaving immediately for Baltimore. They were closing the doors. I asked an airplane employee to look for my wallet. It was not found on the plane. Long story, short my wallet was found by Wichita airport police officers and was returned to me ten days later.
My problem was a short-term inconvenience. However, a lot of people who come into the New Hope Shelter are dealing with more difficult issues that need to be addressed. Thanks for providing the support that makes it possible for us as a community to assist people in returning to housing and productivity.
We Love You.
Brian Bisbee
Why Did you have a Refrigerator on your Front Porch?
People call us almost every day with something they want to share with us. In this case it was a refrigerator. We will need some new ones when we occupy our new building at the end of this year. However, we did not need one now. Someone blessed us with one so that we were able to share one with a family whose refrigerator was failing. That is the way it is supposed to work in God’s economy.
We guarantee that you will get bang for your bucks.
We need to raise $90,000 to secure the Mabee Foundation Challenge grant of $1,000,000. This gets our new Shelter completely paid for. Now is the time to send a check, bring in a check, or to go to our website, newhope-shelter.org, to make a credit card contribution. Thanks in advance for your support. If you would like to schedule an appointment to speak with a representative of New Hope Shelter, please give Brian Bisbee a call at 316-283-7711.
Do not forget the groundbreaking for our New Home on March 24 at 4PM. Bring your lawn chair and come on out. The new building is going to be at 308 South Meridian Road in Newton, KS. Visit our website at newhope-shelter.org. Designate your contributions for the "Hope Restored Campaign". Pray for us as we are involved in this process.
Let’s Talk Food
We can use your leftovers from business, church, or family events. We love fresh fruit, vegetables and baked goods. We can use frozen meat, fruit, and vegetables. We can use all sorts of canned goods. Remember we provide meals for our people every day and have an active Food pantry from which we share with hungry people. If you have any questions, please give Brian a call at 316-283-7711.
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
