Hope Haven Gospel Mission Letters
Dr. Paul E. McLaughlin --
September
Our policy, "Giving Back One Day A Week" has been working out
very well with our clients. Those who volunteer and give back are
very happy for the opportunity to be of help, and get their personal
laundry done as well. We have had more than one person volunteering
beyond the one day policy. It seems to be giving their stay at Hope
Haven more purpose and satisfaction. The Bible states in
Acts 20:35c "It is more blessed to give
than to receive." Jesus spoke these words and they
are true!
We have had several new families come and go recently. One
eighteen year old mother with her son stand out in my mind.
Unfortunately the young single mother is 8 months pregnant. Her
little boy of 5 was quite the charmer. Each time they would come to
sign in, he would come in and give me a Bible Tract that shows how
to get to Heaven. He made my day with his smile and cheerful
attitude. He had good manners and would always say hello and thank
you. His mother told me that I was the only one he was that open and
friendly with. It just blessed my heart!
For the month of July we had 53 people stay with us at Hope
Haven. There were 33 men, 14 women, 6 children, and 6 families.
During this month we had to turn away a total of 5 people: 2 men, 1
woman, 2 children and 1 family.
So far, to date, we have had 33 souls accept Jesus Christ as
their personal Lord and Savior! Praise God. We served 1,437 meals
for the month. Through our "Other's Ministry" giveaway program, Hope
Haven helped 200 people with clothing, bakery staples, water and
non-perishable food items. Little is much when God is in it! We are
so blessed to be able to help so many people here in Central Maine.
We had a positive response concerning a plumber. He is from
Massachusetts and is willing to help us in any way he can. Maine
requires that you have a State of Maine License to do any work in
plumbing, electrical, etc. He is going to be contacting the City of
Lewiston Code Enforcement to see if he can apply for a variance;
since he is over qualified and licensed in Massachusetts. He has
already taken care of a minor problem that did not require a permit!
Prayerfully the "Women and Children's Shelter" will get that
additional toilet and shower very soon. With the Fall and Winter not
too far away it is greatly needed.
We already have the area framed out on the 5th floor,
now we just need the qualified licensed people and permits to
continue in our efforts. One man from over at St. Francis House in
Auburn has been helping with the framing. Other men have assisted
Bob with the work going on. He is a blessing and great help. His
willingness to get the job done is very encouraging, and an answer
to prayer!
God bless you for being a friend to the poor and
needy through Hope Haven.
As always we can use your prayers and ongoing financial help to
continue providing the services that we offer 365 days a year to
each needy man, woman and child.
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Dr Paul E. McLaughlin
Executive Director |
