At the Mission’s annual Banquet on May 29, David Ray thanked everyone who supports the Mission, acknowledging how your compassion helped change his life forever.
When Robert hit rock bottom, you made it possible for him to start anew. Reflecting on his life before arriving at the Mission, Robert shared,
Freedom is not the removal of responsibility but the power to overcome and arrive at a place of being authentic.
Lanjian Zhao risked his life to practice freedom of speech in China and suffered horrible consequences from Chinese authorities. Now he volunteers, giving out the groceries you help provide to the community through our Food Distribution Center.
I will always remember walking by the Korean War Memorial a few years ago and reading the inscription, “Freedom is not free.” Being free doesn’t
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!
