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July 2015 changed our lives forever! A few days before being accepted into the Sheepfold, I had pleaded with God to open a new door and to close the one I knew I would go back through if something didn’t change. God opened the door and at the age of 36 my 5 month-old son and I moved into the Sheepfold. I was completely broken, hopeless and full of shame. Little did I know what God had in store for me.
The House Managers, staff and volunteers provided stability, security, love and hope in the name of Jesus, which brought me out of the hole that I had dug for myself. Through this relationship I am continuing to build with God Almighty our Lord Jesus Christ, I am learning to find my identity in Him and to love myself the same way He loves me.
Throughout the last year and a half I have completed the First Step program, obtained a phenomenal job, was blessed with a donated car, and built great relationships in my church family. I have now completed the Second Step program and found an affordable apartment where I can maintain a safe, loving and Godly home to raise my son. I could write a small chapter book about all that God has done in the last year and a half and none of it would be possible if He did not open the door to the Sheepfold.
I have so much love and respect for every person that God has brought into my life throughout this time. I am moved beyond belief and thankful beyond words for what He has done.
Thank you God for rescuing us from certain destruction — in Jesus’ name, all glory — Amen.
- Amy, Sheepfold Graduate
We love because he first loved us.
- 1 John 4:19
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Gardens Help Support Sheepfold: Heard’s Garden Tour 2017
Mary Lou Heard was a friend of the Sheepfold and for years the garden tour that takes place in her honor has continued that friendship. Each year the Heard’s Garden Tour continues to showcase beautiful home gardens throughout Orange County and each year we are blessed by the proceeds of the donations from those who visit the gardens.
If you find yourself with some free time on the weekend of May 6th-7th, we hope you will visit one or two of the beautiful gardens on the tour. A list of gardens along with all necessary information (including maps) may be found at the Heard’s Garden Tour website: www.heardsgardentour.com.
Heard’s Garden Tour 2017
May 6th & 7th
10:00am - 5:00pm
Admission is free
* Donations are gladly accepted at the gardens and proceeds go to The Sheepfold.
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God saw everything he had made, and behold, it was very good.
- Genesis 1:31
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ! In his great mercy he has given us new birth into a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead...
- 1 Peter 1:3
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It's National Volunteer Month!
Thank you to ALL of our amazing volunteers who diligently give of their time and many talents to serve the families at The Sheepfold!
We are truly blessed to have a great group of people who faithfully help watch The Sheepfold kids on a regular basis while our moms spend time studying the Bible. Thank you also to our professional volunteers who teach art classes, cut hair, do handyman work and tutor our kids.
We also want to thank those individuals who participate in Serve Days, volunteer at our Resale Boutique, mentor our kids, help in many ways at Christmastime and those who put together the newsletter every month. The list goes on of the many contributions our volunteers make.
It is such a blessing to have faithful volunteers who have a heart for our ministry. We truly could not do what we do without YOU!
If you are interested in volunteering at The Sheepfold please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at sarah@thesheepfold.org or visit our website at http://thesheepfold.org/volunteer-opportunities.php
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For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, ‘Do not fear; I will help you.’
- Isaiah 41:13
Partnering with The Sheepfold
Thank you for partnering with us as we share the love of Christ.
Shopping or volunteering at the Sheepfold Boutique is a great way to support our ministry. All proceeds go directly back to fund resident services. We would love for you to stop by!
810 N Tustin Street, Orange, CA 92867
Open Monday - Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
If you would like to donate items, they may be dropped off at the Boutique Store. (Local furniture pick-up by appointment 714-637-1132.)
** SPECIAL: Bring our “NEWSLETTER” in for a ONE-TIME PURCHASE DISCOUNT OF 10%.
Expires: April 30, 2017
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Giving to The Sheepfold
If you are considering The Sheepfold for your year-end giving, you may donate online at thesheepfold.org/donate.
Thank You!
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The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability
The Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability is the respected organization that audits non-profit corporations on a yearly basis to verify that all donations were recorded properly and were used for the purpose for which they were given, and requires a full financial statement for supervision by The Sheepfold Board of Directors monthly.
Membership in the ECFA is only granted to non-profit corporations who meet their rigid standards. We are proud of our long-standing membership in this organization.
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Fran Lundquist, Founder
The Sheepfold
Board of Directors
John Wildman, President/Executive Director
The Sheepfold
Jeff Abbott, Group Chair Convene
Bruce Bartolomeo
Retired Business Owner
Tim Blied, Law Partner
Schmiesing & Blied - Secty., The Sheepfold
Bob Brumleu, President
Omni Duct Systems
Dan Carrier, CTP
Vice President U.S. Bank
Chris Hite, Partner
Coreland Companies
Rick McCarthy, Chair/Principal Convene
CPA McCarthy & Associates
Victoria Botka Williams
Freelance Television Director
Janice Munemitsu
Generous Giving Field Team
Bill Yingling
Business Consultant |
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