Christmas Blessings
Thanks to so many, the boys at Hope House were blessed with a wonderful Christmas. The traditions of opening presents, family dinner and marshmallows on an open fire keep the boys and staffs spirits joyous. We are grateful for everyone who hosted a Christmas party, sent gifts, prayed or gave financially to contribute to our Christmas blessings this year. For those who sponsor boys, thank you for taking time and resources to bless the boys and participate in the daily needs t
The Hiddenness of Christmas
Every year we live through patterns that have the potential to fill our lives with meaning. But since our connection with the natural world is tempered by technology, our relationship to tradition is tenuous, and we are all-the-time busy—we are prone to miss out on the wonder of it. How can we allow the spirit of the Christmas season to more profoundly touch us? Nature is the first teacher. Since the beginning of summer, darkness has been steadily encroaching on the light. If
Remarkable Story of Transformation
Jimmy’s story is a little different than the other boys living at Hope House. Discovered in Guadalajara when the government received a tip of an illegal shelter. He was found among men, women and other children who were living in filth and dire conditions. Trash and old food littered the floors. Jimmy was found alone lying on a mattress. He was almost 2 years old and could barely sit up by himself...he could not stand or walk. With no known relatives, Jimmy is the only true “
Jesus is Better
Something that is still easy for me to adjust to is Christmas-time at home. Decorating the tree, and setting out the stockings and making my list for Christmas backing are things that don’t require much mind power. But, squeezing in visits with friends and family, shopping in a real shopping mall with the thousands of other Christmas shoppers, now that has required a lot of brain power for me. I’ve found that its true in many cultures, but here in the U.S., Christmas isn’t a
Christmas time is here...
One of the youngest boys at Hope House, Leo, plays with his toy horse while flashing a cheesy smile. Christmas...this time of year is always bitter sweet for me. Starting in October we begin to receive calls of families and groups that want to visit Hope House during the month of December. All come bearing food, candy and gifts. There is never a shortage of people who want to give this time of year. While I am always grateful for people's generosity, each year there is a star
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