Over 300 students from the Frederick community received a backpack this past week along with new school supplies from the Frederick Rescue Mission. In addition to the backpacks, students received words of encouragement from staff at the Mission. Many children in the Frederick Community also attend the Mission’s Summer Enrichment Program, a program that promotes education and exploration during the summer for children in need.
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“Four years ago, I took my head out of the sand.” Robert reflects on the changing point in his life as a father. “I was
“It is the sweetest thing to get to know people whose paths I would never normally cross.” That belief has shaped Beth Farlow’s life of
“When I first got here, I had no idea what I was getting into.” When Arnold Farlow became the Mission’s Executive Director 21 years ago,
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!
