I want to personally thank everyone that attended our 45th Anniversary Open House at our ministry office. This was the first time in our 45-year history that we have had this type of event, meeting our partners and supporters in such a warm setting. I was surprised to learn from so many of you that you had no idea we had 6 separate shelters in Orange and Riverside counties. I was thankful that we were able to show you all our facilities during our tours.

 

Many of our alumni were in attendance and had a great time sharing their stories. Our office staff and shelter managers had so much fun leading tours and answering all your questions. It was a great opportunity for us to share our own personal experiences about the moms and kids we serve.

 

As the Director, I was blessed to hear your wonderful compliments about how organized the event and offices are. I give all the credit to our staff who work hard every day of the week. We also loved hearing your enthusiasm in desiring to make this an annual event so, if you weren't able to attend, please keep up with our newsletter for future gatherings.

 

In closing, I'd like to share that since the beginning, the Sheepfold's mission has been the same. For the last 45 years, Jesus and the Word of God have remained at the center of our program. We will continue to share the Good News with each mother and child that walks though the doors of the Sheepfold, that is our promise to you our faithful supporters.

 

God Bless,

 

John Wildman,

Executive Director

We greatly appreciate all of your expressions of love by donating Christmas gifts for our moms and kids.

 

Here are a few Gift Suggestions for our moms and children (Ages: infant, toddler, school age 5-12, and teen girls)

• Clothing and accessories for women (all sizes including plus sizes)
• Beauty and hairstyling products and accessories
• Shoes for women (all sizes)
• Clothing for girls and boys (all sizes)
• Clothing and accessories for infants and toddlers
• Shoes for children (all sizes)
• Clothing for teen girls (all sizes)
• Popular children's toys (all ages)
• Outdoor toys: Bikes, Scooters, Skateboards (and protective gear)
• Electronics: Educational toys, gaming consoles for the shelters, Nintendo Switch Console and Games rated E
• Gift Cards: Kohl's, Walmart, Grocery Store, Costco, Gas, or Amazon
• Tickets/Activities: Amusement Parks, Sports Events, Movie Tickets
• Shelter Specific Gifts: DVDs (G or PG), Children's Books, Bibles, Devotional Books
• Household Items: Linens, Bedding (twin size), Home Décor, Kitchen Essentials, Highchairs, Umbrella Strollers

More specific items can be found at our Amazon wishlist at www.thesheepfold.org.

 

• We request NEW items because these are gifts.
• Please bring gifts UNWRAPPED. Gift bags OK. We need to see each gift, therefore, we will need to unwrap any wrapped gifts.
• We will receive gifts starting Wednesday, November 20th, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Gifts are also welcome earlier.)
• All gifts will be received at The Sheepfold office. Call (714) 237-1444 or email: mail@thesheepfold.org for directions.
• Gift Drop-off DEADLINE: Monday, December 9th (So we have time to sort, wrap and distribute before Christmas.)
• Wrapping supplies, boxes and ribbon are appreciated.

As part of our stewardship accounting we are required to record every new item donated to the Sheepfold. It would be a great help if those who bring gifts would kindly include a list of the items' cost, or a copy of your register receipt.

 

 

If you, your church group, or company would like to adopt a family, please call our office for more information (714) 237-1444, or email andrea@thesheepfold.org

 

If you desire to give larger items other than listed above, you may call the office at (714) 237-1444 for suggestions.