Project Restoration UpdateNancy Cole Women's HomePastor Lilliam Cossios, DirectorLa Victoria, Lima, PeruProject Restoration PeruPastor Dale Baird, DirectorP.O. Box 1Ebony, VA 23845 USA434-636-2808www.projectrestoration.net dalebaird@projectrestoration.net projectrestorationperu@gmail.com
Nancy Cole Women's Home
Project Restoration Update
Graduates from Nancy Cole Women's Home Recognized
At a recent service with residents and family members, Project Restoration and the Nancy Cole Women's Home recognized graduates from the restoration program offered at the home. A diploma has been designed and each graduate was presented with their own certificate. A copy of each certificate will be framed and displayed at the home as an incentive for residents to complete the program.
The entire rehabilitation program is designed to last for three years. However, due to the large number of teenagers in the current program, those guidelines are being reviewed. The program includes spiritual training, psychological training, teaching on addictive behavior, group and individual counseling, topical Bible studies, recreation, literacy and career training, family living and health training, and exposure to positive role models.
When a person leaves the program, an evaluation is made to determine if their goals have been met. If the answer is "yes," the person is listed as a graduate of the program. If a resident leaves without completing their goals, they are encouraged to return to the program at a future date to complete the process. The challenges that are faced by the residents often lead to a high turn-over rate. However, the workers encourage the residents to stay until their goals are met.
Graduates will be recognized each August and February with a special ceremony for families and visiting mission's teams. The graduates recognized at the recent ceremony, including some of the graduates from the past six years, are:
Nancy A.
Irina A.
Sara R.
Rosa T.
Nelly S.
Rosa M.
Evelyn C.
Mirtha C.
Mirella S.
Yeritza M.
Congratulations to all of the graduates!
Irina (pictured here receiving her diploma from Dale Baird and Pastor Lilliam) volunteers several days each week at the home. She and her husband are both involved in the support of the ministries of the home.
The entire rehabilitation program is designed to last for three years. However, due to the large number of teenagers in the current program, those guidelines are being reviewed. The program includes spiritual training, psychological training, teaching on addictive behavior, group and individual counseling, topical Bible studies, recreation, literacy and career training, family living and health training, and exposure to positive role models.
When a person leaves the program, an evaluation is made to determine if their goals have been met. If the answer is "yes," the person is listed as a graduate of the program. If a resident leaves without completing their goals, they are encouraged to return to the program at a future date to complete the process. The challenges that are faced by the residents often lead to a high turn-over rate. However, the workers encourage the residents to stay until their goals are met.
Graduates will be recognized each August and February with a special ceremony for families and visiting mission's teams. The graduates recognized at the recent ceremony, including some of the graduates from the past six years, are:
Nancy A.
Irina A.
Sara R.
Rosa T.
Nelly S.
Rosa M.
Evelyn C.
Mirtha C.
Mirella S.
Yeritza M.
Congratulations to all of the graduates!
Irina (pictured here receiving her diploma from Dale Baird and Pastor Lilliam) volunteers several days each week at the home. She and her husband are both involved in the support of the ministries of the home.
New Projects Completed
During the recent missions trip and thanks to your continued support and generosity, several new projects were completed at the home:
New Towels, Sheets and Flip Flops (for shower use) are displayed by Carmen (who just returned to the home), Rosaura, Karen, Dale, Pastor Lilliam and Katiuska:
Two new bunk beds were purchased to accommodate the new residents. Notice the method of delivery!
Foozball Machine has been purchased for the Proverbs 31 Rec Room:
Many small maintenance projects were completed including installing six new light fixtures, repairing others, upgrading locks, hanging motivational pictures, repairing the PA system, installing a wireless router, installing a new web cam for video phone calls, purchasing a ladder, and upgrading the supply of tools at the home. Here, Michael, Marc and Wade work on the lighting situation:
Your continued support for the home allows us to maintain and expand the quality of the program and the building! Thank you and God bless you!
New Towels, Sheets and Flip Flops (for shower use) are displayed by Carmen (who just returned to the home), Rosaura, Karen, Dale, Pastor Lilliam and Katiuska:
Two new bunk beds were purchased to accommodate the new residents. Notice the method of delivery!
Foozball Machine has been purchased for the Proverbs 31 Rec Room:
Many small maintenance projects were completed including installing six new light fixtures, repairing others, upgrading locks, hanging motivational pictures, repairing the PA system, installing a wireless router, installing a new web cam for video phone calls, purchasing a ladder, and upgrading the supply of tools at the home. Here, Michael, Marc and Wade work on the lighting situation:
Your continued support for the home allows us to maintain and expand the quality of the program and the building! Thank you and God bless you!
Population at Home Reaches 42
The number of residents at the Nancy Cole Women's Home is at an all-time high - 42. Four new residents were added last week. In addition, one resident has just given birth to a baby and two more babies are expected within the next few months. God is working but the challenges are great. The need for additional monthly support expands each day, with rising prices and rising needs.
Here is a picture of the residents, taken on August 7, 2008:
Pictured here, with Karen, are three of the four new residents:
Pray daily for these precious "Daughters of the King."
Here is a picture of the residents, taken on August 7, 2008:
Pictured here, with Karen, are three of the four new residents:
Pray daily for these precious "Daughters of the King."
Sewing Lab Installed and Dedicated
Due to the support of Vessels of Mercy International of Richmond, Virginia, the sewing machine lab has been installed and the initial training has been completed. The girls are very excited about the program, which will have three primary goals: giving the girls a marketable skill, allowing the girls to make some of their own clothes and other materials for the home (i.e. towels), and encouraging the girls to make items that could be sold to benefit the home. This is Phase 1 of a three-phase project. The next phase will add machines to make jeans.
The Dora Overby Sewing Lab is housed in the Dorcas Sewing Room on the 4th floor and currently contains four industrial sewing machines, one home sewing machine, five rolling adjustable chairs, and a lockable storage cabinet. Marc and Wade, from the LGCLC Missions team, repaired the door and installed a heavier lock for security purposes. The lab is also protected by a security alarm system.
Dora Overby is the grandmother of Bev Gibson, the Director of Vessels of Mercy and a strong supporter of the ministry at the home. Dora is 84, has been a seamstress all her life and has experienced some of the same early-life struggles as the girls at the home. She was instrumental in helping Vessels to establish the lab and, since she cannot sew because of health issues, she is donating all of her sewing materials to the home. A plaque, indicating her role in this project, will be added to the sewing lab at a later date.
If you or your group wish to assist with this project, here are the current needs:
1. Even though the owners of the company have promised to provide on-going training, we would like to hire a sewing teacher to come three days a week to direct the program for maximum efficiency and return from the investment. We have already located a person who is willing and anxious to handle this task. This teacher would be able to work closely with 15-20 girls (in four separate sessions) to learn the specifics of the sewing trade. This will cost app. $150 per month.
2. The next machine that needs to be purchased, which will allow the girls to make jeans, costs $4,000.
3. Donations for material and threads are always needed in any amount.
Here are some first-day pictures of the installation of the lab:
PTL!
The Dora Overby Sewing Lab is housed in the Dorcas Sewing Room on the 4th floor and currently contains four industrial sewing machines, one home sewing machine, five rolling adjustable chairs, and a lockable storage cabinet. Marc and Wade, from the LGCLC Missions team, repaired the door and installed a heavier lock for security purposes. The lab is also protected by a security alarm system.
Dora Overby is the grandmother of Bev Gibson, the Director of Vessels of Mercy and a strong supporter of the ministry at the home. Dora is 84, has been a seamstress all her life and has experienced some of the same early-life struggles as the girls at the home. She was instrumental in helping Vessels to establish the lab and, since she cannot sew because of health issues, she is donating all of her sewing materials to the home. A plaque, indicating her role in this project, will be added to the sewing lab at a later date.
If you or your group wish to assist with this project, here are the current needs:
1. Even though the owners of the company have promised to provide on-going training, we would like to hire a sewing teacher to come three days a week to direct the program for maximum efficiency and return from the investment. We have already located a person who is willing and anxious to handle this task. This teacher would be able to work closely with 15-20 girls (in four separate sessions) to learn the specifics of the sewing trade. This will cost app. $150 per month.
2. The next machine that needs to be purchased, which will allow the girls to make jeans, costs $4,000.
3. Donations for material and threads are always needed in any amount.
Here are some first-day pictures of the installation of the lab:
PTL!
Three Teams Unite to Minister at Home
What a great week at the Nancy Cole Women's Home as three missions teams from the United States combined their efforts to bring teaching, recreation, recognition, resources, and love to the residents of the Nancy Cole Women's Home. Workers from Lake Gaston Christian Life Centre of Ebony, Virginia; Christ Worship Center of Woodbridge, Virginia; and Mariners Church of Irvin, California ministered together by presenting drama skits, dance, music, testimonies, speaking, maintenance projects, cleaning projects, bringing gifts, bringing resources, serving food, sharing individually, serving through Spa Day activities, etc. Here are a few scenes from these visits:
Team from Lake Gaston Christian Life Centre, Ebony, Virginia
Team from Christ Worship Center, Woodbridge, Virginia:
Team from Mariners Church, Irvin, California:
The drama team from Christ Worship Center shared several funny and challenging human videos:
Paulette Newman-Jones and Sheryl Baird from LGCLC presented a beautiful hand-quilted wall hanging of the history of the Bible. These scenes were used throughout the week as the residents of the home presented dramas of selected scenes (quite creative and even funny). The quilted pictorial now hangs in the chapel.
The "Daughters of the King" Banquet, presented by LGCLC and Mariners Church, is a special time of service and love shown to the girls.
The kitchen servers enjoy a brief break before serving again!
Team members from LGCLC and Mariners Church, along with the workers from the home, circle the girls for prayer and a symbol of "guardian angel" protection after the banquet service had concluded.
We thank God for sending these wonderful teams to minister at the home. We are looking for other teams who can give a day or a week to this important ministry.
Team from Lake Gaston Christian Life Centre, Ebony, Virginia
Team from Christ Worship Center, Woodbridge, Virginia:
Team from Mariners Church, Irvin, California:
The drama team from Christ Worship Center shared several funny and challenging human videos:
Paulette Newman-Jones and Sheryl Baird from LGCLC presented a beautiful hand-quilted wall hanging of the history of the Bible. These scenes were used throughout the week as the residents of the home presented dramas of selected scenes (quite creative and even funny). The quilted pictorial now hangs in the chapel.
The "Daughters of the King" Banquet, presented by LGCLC and Mariners Church, is a special time of service and love shown to the girls.
The kitchen servers enjoy a brief break before serving again!
Team members from LGCLC and Mariners Church, along with the workers from the home, circle the girls for prayer and a symbol of "guardian angel" protection after the banquet service had concluded.
We thank God for sending these wonderful teams to minister at the home. We are looking for other teams who can give a day or a week to this important ministry.
New Sponsors and Projects Added
We are excited to announce the addition of six new church and business sponsorships, bringing our total to 19. These entities provide monthly or significant one-time support for the projects and operation of the Nancy Cole Women's Home. We are grateful for their commitment to this ministry.
Churches - New:
1. Sanford Memorial Baptist Church - Brodnax, Virginia
2. South Hill United Methodist Church - South Hill, Virginia
Businesses - New:
1. Edmonds Printing/Color Graphics, Inc. - Lawrenceville, Virginia
2. LOVE Enterprises - Littleton, North Carolina
3. Saint Paul's College SIFE Team - Lawrenceville, Virginia
4. Rainbow Parable Christian Book Store - Colonial Heights, Virginia
Previously-listed Church/Ministry Sponsors:
1. The Gathering Place - Lake Mary, Florida
2. Lake Gaston Christian Life Centre (formerly Ebony Assembly of God) - Ebony, Virginia
3. Mariners Church - Irvin, California
4. Washington Christian Life Centre - Manassas, Virginia
5. New Hope Baptist Church - South Hill, Virginia
6. Rejoicing Life Fellowship - South Hill, Virginia
7. Tabernacle of Zion - Lawrenceville, Virginia
8. Vessels of Mercy - Richmond, Virginia
9. Deliverance Through Jesus Church - Blackstone, Virginia
10. Camino de Vida Church - Lima, Peru
11. Southside Combined Choir - Ebony, Virginia
12. Christ Tabernacle Choir - Queens, New York
Previously-listed Business Sponsors:
1. First Citizen's Bank - Lawrenceville, Virginia
EXCITING NEWS: Vessels of Mercy has donated the funds to purchase five sewing machines for the Dorcas Sewing Room. The company has agreed to provide free ongoing training and technical assistance for the program so that the women and girls can learn a marketable skill. They will be able to make clothes to be used at the home and this can be used as a fund raising project for the operation of the home. They will also be able to make towels. The second phase, which needs adoption, would provide several machines that could make jeans. Thanks to Bev Gibson, Brenda Freeman and Vessels of Mercy for sponsoring this exciting project. This group was responsible for the wonderful outdoor mural at the home and they have sent two week-long teaching teams. You can find out more about their incredible world-wide ministry at www.vesselsofmercy.org.
Churches - New:
1. Sanford Memorial Baptist Church - Brodnax, Virginia
2. South Hill United Methodist Church - South Hill, Virginia
Businesses - New:
1. Edmonds Printing/Color Graphics, Inc. - Lawrenceville, Virginia
2. LOVE Enterprises - Littleton, North Carolina
3. Saint Paul's College SIFE Team - Lawrenceville, Virginia
4. Rainbow Parable Christian Book Store - Colonial Heights, Virginia
Previously-listed Church/Ministry Sponsors:
1. The Gathering Place - Lake Mary, Florida
2. Lake Gaston Christian Life Centre (formerly Ebony Assembly of God) - Ebony, Virginia
3. Mariners Church - Irvin, California
4. Washington Christian Life Centre - Manassas, Virginia
5. New Hope Baptist Church - South Hill, Virginia
6. Rejoicing Life Fellowship - South Hill, Virginia
7. Tabernacle of Zion - Lawrenceville, Virginia
8. Vessels of Mercy - Richmond, Virginia
9. Deliverance Through Jesus Church - Blackstone, Virginia
10. Camino de Vida Church - Lima, Peru
11. Southside Combined Choir - Ebony, Virginia
12. Christ Tabernacle Choir - Queens, New York
Previously-listed Business Sponsors:
1. First Citizen's Bank - Lawrenceville, Virginia
EXCITING NEWS: Vessels of Mercy has donated the funds to purchase five sewing machines for the Dorcas Sewing Room. The company has agreed to provide free ongoing training and technical assistance for the program so that the women and girls can learn a marketable skill. They will be able to make clothes to be used at the home and this can be used as a fund raising project for the operation of the home. They will also be able to make towels. The second phase, which needs adoption, would provide several machines that could make jeans. Thanks to Bev Gibson, Brenda Freeman and Vessels of Mercy for sponsoring this exciting project. This group was responsible for the wonderful outdoor mural at the home and they have sent two week-long teaching teams. You can find out more about their incredible world-wide ministry at www.vesselsofmercy.org.
"Access" Increasing at Women's Home
We are pleased to report that the access to spiritual and support services is increasing daily at the Nancy Cole Women's Home. A full time Psychologist (and two part-time Psychologists) are working with the girls in group and individual therapy and counseling sessions. A Psychiatrist visits the home each week and a doctor volunteers his time at least once each week. The girls now have exercise classes, ballet, art, French, literacy classes and daily Bible studies. In addition, visiting teams are providing excellent support services with specialized classes and Bible studies. PTL! Many of these resources are available because of your monthly operational support of the home.
Here are some examples from my recent visit:
Kristin (Baird) Gulbronson (in other words, my daughter!!!) has 21 enrolled in ballet classes and is conducting general exercise classes for all the residents:
The girls love the ballet instruction. We hope to provide proper equipment, clothing and shoes as well as additional teaching on incorporating dance into worship.
Michael has upgraded the computer access to include a web cam for Skype conversations. Contact him if you want to set up a video phone session with Pastor Lilliam.
If you want to receive email updates from Michael and Kristin ("Point of Need" Ministries) while they are in Lima, please contact them at klgulbronson@gmail.com. They are working on several important projects at the home, including compiling a supply inventory, a list of suggested activities for interns and visiting mission's teams, a maintenance list for visiting teams, and establishing a literacy file for each resident. They would be glad to talk with you about your team coming to minister at the home.
Katiuska, the full time Psychologist, conducts group and individual therapy and counseling sessions (including Christian principles) with the residents. There are many positive reports of improved behavior and attitudes.
Dra. Lilliana (part time Psychologist) conducts an individual counseling session.
Patricia and the girls display some of their excellent art therapy designs:
The response to the Sunday family sessions and services continues to be positive. Cesar interprets my sermon entitled "Surviving the Storm" (July 13, 2008). Our team is planning a great celebration with family and graduates of the Nancy Cole Women's Home on Sunday, August 10, 2008.
Here are some of the workers at the home, who need our daily prayers and expressions of encouragement. Keep a picture of these workers in a prominent place that will remind you to pray for them.
(L to R) Front row: Veronica (Daily Operations and Food), Pastor Lilliam (Founder and Director), Karen (Daily Director);
Second row: Dale (That's me - Director of Project Restoration - I need prayer for some medical issues), Katiuska (Psychologist), Rosauro (Receptionist, Administrative and Financial Assistant);
Third Row: Tony (guard), Dr. Marisio (Psychiatrist), Patricia (French and Art). Not pictured are the other two Psychologists, the Medical Doctor and several other volunteer workers. Praise God for this dedicated staff!
Picture taken July, 2008
Pastor Lilliam and Karen direct the overall program at the home. Pictured here is Karen's family with Pastor Lilliam. (L to R) Elizabeth, Cristina, Karen, Pastor Lilliam and Juan Carlos. We are praying that an eye doctor in the United States will take Juan Carlos' case to prevent further deterioration of his eyesight. Your prayers and encouragement for him and this entire family, who have dedicated themselves to the work and ministry of the Nancy Cole Women's Home, are greatly needed.
Here are some examples from my recent visit:
Kristin (Baird) Gulbronson (in other words, my daughter!!!) has 21 enrolled in ballet classes and is conducting general exercise classes for all the residents:
The girls love the ballet instruction. We hope to provide proper equipment, clothing and shoes as well as additional teaching on incorporating dance into worship.
Michael has upgraded the computer access to include a web cam for Skype conversations. Contact him if you want to set up a video phone session with Pastor Lilliam.
If you want to receive email updates from Michael and Kristin ("Point of Need" Ministries) while they are in Lima, please contact them at klgulbronson@gmail.com. They are working on several important projects at the home, including compiling a supply inventory, a list of suggested activities for interns and visiting mission's teams, a maintenance list for visiting teams, and establishing a literacy file for each resident. They would be glad to talk with you about your team coming to minister at the home.
Katiuska, the full time Psychologist, conducts group and individual therapy and counseling sessions (including Christian principles) with the residents. There are many positive reports of improved behavior and attitudes.
Dra. Lilliana (part time Psychologist) conducts an individual counseling session.
Patricia and the girls display some of their excellent art therapy designs:
The response to the Sunday family sessions and services continues to be positive. Cesar interprets my sermon entitled "Surviving the Storm" (July 13, 2008). Our team is planning a great celebration with family and graduates of the Nancy Cole Women's Home on Sunday, August 10, 2008.
Here are some of the workers at the home, who need our daily prayers and expressions of encouragement. Keep a picture of these workers in a prominent place that will remind you to pray for them.
(L to R) Front row: Veronica (Daily Operations and Food), Pastor Lilliam (Founder and Director), Karen (Daily Director);
Second row: Dale (That's me - Director of Project Restoration - I need prayer for some medical issues), Katiuska (Psychologist), Rosauro (Receptionist, Administrative and Financial Assistant);
Third Row: Tony (guard), Dr. Marisio (Psychiatrist), Patricia (French and Art). Not pictured are the other two Psychologists, the Medical Doctor and several other volunteer workers. Praise God for this dedicated staff!
Picture taken July, 2008
Pastor Lilliam and Karen direct the overall program at the home. Pictured here is Karen's family with Pastor Lilliam. (L to R) Elizabeth, Cristina, Karen, Pastor Lilliam and Juan Carlos. We are praying that an eye doctor in the United States will take Juan Carlos' case to prevent further deterioration of his eyesight. Your prayers and encouragement for him and this entire family, who have dedicated themselves to the work and ministry of the Nancy Cole Women's Home, are greatly needed.
Projects Adopted; Need Still Great
Thank you for your excellent response to the project needs at the Nancy Cole Women's Home. Eleven projects have been adopted in the last month and we have one new church monthly sponsor - Sanford Memorial Baptist Church in Brodnax, Virginia! PTL!
I just returned last night from Lima and my daughter, Kristin, and her husband (Michael Gulbronson) are now living in Lima working as interns at the women's home and in other ministries through Camino de Vida. With each visit, I am increasingly pleased with the developments in the program and in the resources that are available for the girls.
Here is an updated list of the projects that are still needed at the home (we hope to take the money for some of the pressing projects when our team visits the home on August 4-11):
NEW:
1. Towels (100 @ $3 each) = $300
NOTE: When the sewing machines are installed, the girls will be able to make their own towels with large bolts of terrycloth! This is a desperate need at the present time.
2. Flip-Flops for Shower Use (50 @ $1) = $50
3. Shirts, Jeans and Underwear = $1,000 (Any donation will help)
4. Supplies (clothing, shoes) for Ballet Class = $200
5. Supplies for Art Therapy Class = $200
6. Hernia Surgery Needed for One of the Residents = $50 - ADOPTED! (Yes, this price is correct!)
CONTINUING:
1. Adopt-a-Bed - $50 per month for operations (120 sponsors needed to meet full budget)
2. Mesh Wire Over Second Floor Windows – $200 - ADOPTED!
3. Security System Hardware – $400 (plus $35 monthly fee) - ADOPTED!
4. New Copier for Teachers - $500
5. Supplies for Jewelry – Whatever donation made will increase profit
6. Exhaust Fans for Restrooms – $300 - ADOPTED!
7. Seven Foot Wall on Roof for Security - $2,500 - ADOPTED!
8. Upgraded metal door and locks going to Roof - $300 - ADOPTED!
9. Sewing Machines – Starter Kit - $1,600 (Estimate) - ADOPTED!
10. Computers for Library - $600 each: Six Needed
11. Library Books (Spanish and English – Some Good Fiction and Children’s Books Needed) - ADOPTED! (More Needed)
12. Establishment of Children’s Play Room with Proper Toys - $1,200
13. Foozball Machine for Rec Room - $200
14. Glass block covering for three open spaces in hall (to keep girls from entering dining hall and classroom at inappropriate times) - $300 - ADOPTED!
15. Cameras on each floor with monitoring system - $750
16. Upgraded Copier for Teachers - $500
17. Ink Cartridges for Printer - $35 each (much more expensive in Peru)
18. Window Shades for Bedrooms and Classrooms - $300 - ADOPTED!
19. Whole-Building Exhaust Fan for Ventilation - $800
20. Bonuses for Worker Appreciation Event in August - $500
21. Water Pump Upgrade - $500 - ADOPTED!
Thank you for your continued support for the women and girls at Casa Cole! Contact us if you are interested in working on one of these remaining projects.
(Pictured below) Residents and workers display some of the art designs that the girls produced in art therapy class. These will be displayed throughout the building. July 18, 2008
I just returned last night from Lima and my daughter, Kristin, and her husband (Michael Gulbronson) are now living in Lima working as interns at the women's home and in other ministries through Camino de Vida. With each visit, I am increasingly pleased with the developments in the program and in the resources that are available for the girls.
Here is an updated list of the projects that are still needed at the home (we hope to take the money for some of the pressing projects when our team visits the home on August 4-11):
NEW:
1. Towels (100 @ $3 each) = $300
NOTE: When the sewing machines are installed, the girls will be able to make their own towels with large bolts of terrycloth! This is a desperate need at the present time.
2. Flip-Flops for Shower Use (50 @ $1) = $50
3. Shirts, Jeans and Underwear = $1,000 (Any donation will help)
4. Supplies (clothing, shoes) for Ballet Class = $200
5. Supplies for Art Therapy Class = $200
6. Hernia Surgery Needed for One of the Residents = $50 - ADOPTED! (Yes, this price is correct!)
CONTINUING:
1. Adopt-a-Bed - $50 per month for operations (120 sponsors needed to meet full budget)
2. Mesh Wire Over Second Floor Windows – $200 - ADOPTED!
3. Security System Hardware – $400 (plus $35 monthly fee) - ADOPTED!
4. New Copier for Teachers - $500
5. Supplies for Jewelry – Whatever donation made will increase profit
6. Exhaust Fans for Restrooms – $300 - ADOPTED!
7. Seven Foot Wall on Roof for Security - $2,500 - ADOPTED!
8. Upgraded metal door and locks going to Roof - $300 - ADOPTED!
9. Sewing Machines – Starter Kit - $1,600 (Estimate) - ADOPTED!
10. Computers for Library - $600 each: Six Needed
11. Library Books (Spanish and English – Some Good Fiction and Children’s Books Needed) - ADOPTED! (More Needed)
12. Establishment of Children’s Play Room with Proper Toys - $1,200
13. Foozball Machine for Rec Room - $200
14. Glass block covering for three open spaces in hall (to keep girls from entering dining hall and classroom at inappropriate times) - $300 - ADOPTED!
15. Cameras on each floor with monitoring system - $750
16. Upgraded Copier for Teachers - $500
17. Ink Cartridges for Printer - $35 each (much more expensive in Peru)
18. Window Shades for Bedrooms and Classrooms - $300 - ADOPTED!
19. Whole-Building Exhaust Fan for Ventilation - $800
20. Bonuses for Worker Appreciation Event in August - $500
21. Water Pump Upgrade - $500 - ADOPTED!
Thank you for your continued support for the women and girls at Casa Cole! Contact us if you are interested in working on one of these remaining projects.
(Pictured below) Residents and workers display some of the art designs that the girls produced in art therapy class. These will be displayed throughout the building. July 18, 2008
Peru Update - June 26, 2008
Peru Update - June 26, 2008
God is working in Peru. Please check out the updates on this web page for the latest developments. Also, if you have not done so, you can sign up on this web page to receive automatic emails of any new updates. It is a convenient way to keep in touch with the girls at the women's home.
We are thrilled to announce two projects have been adopted: an individual at Mariners Church is providing the funds for the security wall on the fifth floor and Vessels of Mercy has committed to raising funds for the first phase of the sewing machine project. Thanks and PTL! In collaboration with the SIFE Program at Saint Paul's College in Lawrenceville, Virginia, we are talking with several major corporations concerning providing computers for the home and perhaps even Microsoft training. Wouldn't it be wonderful if the girls could leave the home certified in Word and other software programs! Talk about access.....
I am leaving for Peru in two weeks with Michael and Kristin, who will begin their six-month internship in Lima. I will be staying eight days on this trip. We have an apartment secured and are excited about God's provision and plans. Thanks to those of you who have given or pledged monthly support. They are over 80% toward their goal for the six months. PTL!
NOTE: If you live in Southern Virginia area, Michael and Kristin will be speaking at Tabernacle of Zion in Lawrenceville on Tuesday, July 1 at 7:00 p.m. You are invited to hear the vision that God has given them for Peru!
Michael and Kristin are pictured with the residents on the February, 2008 ministry trip:
We have ten confirmed participants for the August ministry trip to Lima (seven days at the women's home) and Cusco (five days). Michael and Kristin will also be working with us. We will also be meeting with Pastor Willy Mont to discuss some future joint ministry endeavors in Cusco. Pray for God's guidance. A team from Mariners Church will also be ministering at the home during the same time frame. You should consider bringing a team to minister at the home.
Our biggest need is for monthly operational support for the home. If you can send a donation today, it would be an answer to prayer. You can Adopt a Bed for $50 per month (up from $45 because of the increase in prices). Three sponsorships for each bed will provide the needed monthly funding. So, we need 120 sponsors. We currently have app. $3,500 in monthly pledges, so fifty more monthly sponsors are needed at $50 each. The needs are increasing at the home (41 residents at the present time) and the price of food is soaring. Thank you for your faithful giving.
Listed below are current projects that need funding. If you, your group, your church, or any collective group would like to adopt one of these, contact us immediately. We continue to be amazed at God's provision.
God is working in Peru. Please check out the updates on this web page for the latest developments. Also, if you have not done so, you can sign up on this web page to receive automatic emails of any new updates. It is a convenient way to keep in touch with the girls at the women's home.
We are thrilled to announce two projects have been adopted: an individual at Mariners Church is providing the funds for the security wall on the fifth floor and Vessels of Mercy has committed to raising funds for the first phase of the sewing machine project. Thanks and PTL! In collaboration with the SIFE Program at Saint Paul's College in Lawrenceville, Virginia, we are talking with several major corporations concerning providing computers for the home and perhaps even Microsoft training. Wouldn't it be wonderful if the girls could leave the home certified in Word and other software programs! Talk about access.....
I am leaving for Peru in two weeks with Michael and Kristin, who will begin their six-month internship in Lima. I will be staying eight days on this trip. We have an apartment secured and are excited about God's provision and plans. Thanks to those of you who have given or pledged monthly support. They are over 80% toward their goal for the six months. PTL!
NOTE: If you live in Southern Virginia area, Michael and Kristin will be speaking at Tabernacle of Zion in Lawrenceville on Tuesday, July 1 at 7:00 p.m. You are invited to hear the vision that God has given them for Peru!
Michael and Kristin are pictured with the residents on the February, 2008 ministry trip:
We have ten confirmed participants for the August ministry trip to Lima (seven days at the women's home) and Cusco (five days). Michael and Kristin will also be working with us. We will also be meeting with Pastor Willy Mont to discuss some future joint ministry endeavors in Cusco. Pray for God's guidance. A team from Mariners Church will also be ministering at the home during the same time frame. You should consider bringing a team to minister at the home.
Our biggest need is for monthly operational support for the home. If you can send a donation today, it would be an answer to prayer. You can Adopt a Bed for $50 per month (up from $45 because of the increase in prices). Three sponsorships for each bed will provide the needed monthly funding. So, we need 120 sponsors. We currently have app. $3,500 in monthly pledges, so fifty more monthly sponsors are needed at $50 each. The needs are increasing at the home (41 residents at the present time) and the price of food is soaring. Thank you for your faithful giving.
Listed below are current projects that need funding. If you, your group, your church, or any collective group would like to adopt one of these, contact us immediately. We continue to be amazed at God's provision.
PROJECTS STILL NEEDING SPONSORSHIP:
(If we have the money, our August team will be able to install, purchase or otherwise implement some of these projects.)
1. Adopt-a-Bed - $50 per month for operations
2. Mesh Wire Over Second Floor Windows – $200
3. Security System Hardware – $400 (plus $35 monthly fee)
4. New Copier for Teachers - $500
5. Supplies for Jewelry – Whatever donation made will increase profit
6. Exhaust Fans for Restrooms – $300
7. Seven Foot Wall on Roof for Security - $2,500 - ADOPTED!
8. Upgraded metal door and locks going to Roof - $300
9. Sewing Machines – Starter Kit - $1,600 (Estimate) - ADOPTED!
10. Computers for Library - $600 each: Six Needed
11. Library Books (Spanish and English – Some Good Fiction and Children’s Books Needed)
12. Establishment of Children’s Play Room with Proper Toys - $1,200
13. Foozball Machine for Rec Room - $200
14. Glass block covering for three open spaces in hall (to keep girls from entering dining hall and classroom at inappropriate times) - $300
15. Cameras on each floor with monitoring system - $750
16. Upgraded Copier for Teachers - $500
17. Ink Cartridges for Printer - $35 each (much more expensive in Peru)
18. Window Shades for Bedrooms and Classrooms - $300
19. Whole-Building Exhaust Fan for Ventilation - $800
20. Bonuses for Worker Appreciation Dinner in August - $500
All of these prices are estimates based on bids and quotes that we have received in June.
Send contributions and requests for to:
Project Restoration
P.O. Box 31
Ebony, VA 23845
The girls at the Nancy Cole Women's Home thank you for your faithful support of this much-needed ministry. May God richly bless you!
Dale
Dale W. Baird
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"Hope Gift Shoppe" Features Handmade Silver Jewelry
The "Hope Gift Shoppe" has opened at the Nancy Cole Women's Home. Featured is beautiful silver jewelry made by the residents of the home. Prices are reasonable and all profits go to the operational costs of the home. If you wish to purchase jewelry or sell jewelry for the home, please contact us. Other sale items, such as decorated t-shirts, will be added in the future.
Here is Rosaura, the Administrative Assistant, who teaches jewelry-making to the residents, with some of the jewelry that is currently available:
Here is Rosaura, the Administrative Assistant, who teaches jewelry-making to the residents, with some of the jewelry that is currently available:
