Mission News
A New Year’s Message from Arnold Farlow
New Year’s commonly brings resolutions for change. We hope with a new year we can get a new start or least start all over. For
January 19, 2022
New Year’s commonly brings resolutions for change. We hope with a new year we can get a new start or least start all over. For
A Faith House resident sent this heartfelt note last month to the staff, after receiving a Christmas tree donation. We are so grateful for everyone
We recently sat down with Jeff Oertly, who graduated from the Changed Life Recovery Program in May of 2018. Jeff is living proof of God’s
The Mission’s Prayer Ministry Team seeks to “carry each other’s burdens, and so fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2). Looking to Christ and the
Shari Badolato is the Program Specialist for Fath House. Before joining the Mission staff, she was a church Kids and Family Pastor. Shari enjoys hand lettering and going to the beach and movies with her family. She says, “I am grateful for the hope I have found in Jesus and have a passion for helping women find wholeness and healing in Him. I consider it a true privilege to partner with The Faith House.”
Brenda coordinates the volunteers who sort clothes and assist guests in Rescued Treasures.
She has been working with people in poverty since 1981. She says, “First, I befriend them. Then I find out what they need and refer them to the program that could best help. I only help people who want help, and only in the ways they want help. Some people have addiction problems and don’t want to leave the street. I’m still their friend.”
Carol coordinates the programs at Faith House, working with residents to help them develop skills for independence. Carol also runs Crossed Bridges with her husband Jonathan. She enjoys playing any sport with a ball, crocheting, bike riding, and spending time with her husband and five children.
“He who loves God must love his brother also.” (1 John 4:21) explains what wakes Carol up in the morning to begin a new day; being able to serve the Lord while working with people, whether it be administratively or relationally. She loves hearing the testimonies of how Jesus has changed people’s lives, especially because He’s done so much for her!