Physical Address:
180 East Central Avenue
Winter Haven, FL 33880
BECAUSE YOU GAVE THIS SUMMER
Mailing Address:
PO Box 2586
Winter Haven, FL 33883
Hours of Operation:
Groceries: 3,139 ((uunndduupplliiccaatteedd ffaam
miilliieess)) Monday through Friday
7:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Clothing: 2,284
Office: (863) 299-2348
Fax:
(863) 299-9011
Showers: 923
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Joseph Blascik
Laundry: 804
Margaret Gasperson
Sally Long
Joan Schmidt
Ed Smith, President
Tom Tanner
Danielle Warren
FOUNDING SR PASTOR
Tom Beauregard
EXECUTIVE PASTOR
David Berry
Decisions for Christ: 213
Daily Meals: 29,489
Bible Studies: 47
www.LoveMakingaDifference.com
Hola. Mi nombre es Cesar. My family and I have been
coming to The Mission for about six years. I will begin by
saying that Jesus and The Mission have sustained us. A
lot of people think that The Mission just helps the
homeless and poor but they also help struggling
hardworking families. There were many times when my
wife and I would choose not to eat just so that our
children could. If it had not been for the food that The
Mission gave us we would have had nothing. I am not
the type that likes to ask for help but my wife had heard
about The Mission and thought we should try.
My first time at The Mission we were welcomed with open arms and everyone treated us like family and I immediately felt
at ease. The Mission has been there to help us not just with food but with school clothes, shoes, household goods,
shampoo, soap and most of all in love and support. In the last three years I decided I would do all I could to start my own
construction company. I have so much knowledge and experience in the field but I was getting tired of being short
changed. I praise Jesus because this year, 2011, I can finally say that it is finally done. I have gotten some work and I know
that God has more planned for us. I have not stopped and will not stop trying to better our lives.
We have sacrificed everything to have our own business. We have had to work three times as hard. It isn’t easy but I know
that all of this hard work will pay off and one day I will be able to give back to The Mission. I thank those of you that
support this mission because I am living proof that you are making a difference in the lives of others.
If you would like more information on Cesar and his business go to www.ksteelconstruction.com or contact The Mission.
My name is BreAnne. I wanted to
say a special THANKS to everyone
who helped us get school clothes
and school supplies. I was so happy
when I got everything. I even got all
my favorite colors. It has not been
easy for my mom since we have
been homeless but thanks to people
like you we are making it.
My name is Pedro. I am a single dad
trying to make ends meet. I come to
The Mission for our daily meals while
I try and find work. Thank you for all
you do for me and my little boy!
This past week we reflected on
9/11 and we each remembered
what we were doing that day
So many lives lost. What I
remember most was the unity.
We were all One. All working
together for one cause.
It didn’t matter what we were doing or what plans
we had. It all stopped at that very moment and
we as Americans worked together.
A Moment With You
by Founding Sr. Pastor Thomas Beauregard
I read a quote recently that said, “To be seventy years old is like
climbing the Alps. You reach a snow-crowned summit, and see
behind you the deep valley stretching miles and miles away, and
before you other summits higher and whiter, which you may have
strength to climb, or may not. Then you sit down and meditate and
wonder which it will be.”
It reminds me of the vision the Lord gave me for
the city of Winter Haven and The Mission.
Everyone working together for one cause: to
bring the gospel of Jesus to all and as we work
together as one, everyone’s needs would be
met. In Acts chapter 4 verses 32-34 (The
Message) it says… “The whole congregation of
believers was united as one—one heart, one
mind! They didn't even claim ownership of their
own possessions. No one said, "That's mine;
you can't have it. They shared everything…so it
turned out that not a person among them was
needy...”
On September 19 I have the privilege of being 70 years of age. Last
year on my birthday I experienced something I will never forget. I
became very ill and was taken immediately to the hospital. I was in a
coma and I was ready to go. I honestly thought my time was done. I
felt that Papa was calling me home. But He chose to allow me to
stay here on earth for reasons beyond my understanding.
In Deuteronomy 15:10 (The Message), God
reminds us that there will always be poor and
needy among us but the key is how we as a
community can come together to effectively help
these individuals. The Mission is here to make
connections between those who can meet needs
and those who have needs to be met.
I have officially been in ministry for half of my life: teaching children
and youth, fostering boys, counseling many, visiting in prisons and
hospitals, and feeding the hungry. I have truly seen Papa’s Grace
throughout these years. I remember thinking to myself a long time
ago that one day I would just get to a certain age and then go with
Papa.
Meeting needs can mean the saving of life not
only physically, but also spiritually. We have
committed ourselves, as a ministry, to helping
people through their difficulties in life and,
consequently, bringing them to the throne of
God through Jesus Christ.
I never imagined or even dreamed that Papa had so much more
planned for me. I now have grandchildren. Jayden and Caleb have
brought me back youth, life and strength. He gave me a family. I love
the way the New International Readers Version puts it best. “I know
the plans I have for you," announces the Lord. "I want you to enjoy life. I
do not plan to harm you. I will give you hope for the years to come.” –
Jeremiah 29:11
So what does it mean to me to be 70? LIFE! And what do I chose?
Life!... Every bit of it. I praise Papa God for you my dear friends and
beloved family. You have been there for me through the years. There
is so much more to come. Shalom and Blessings to you!
Thank you for your love and support and for
spreading the word about The Mission through
the community. You not only recognize the
increasing needs, but also respond with
generosity to meet those needs. Thank you for
helping us to build a stronger, more effective
ministry. I believe God has even greater things
in store for The Mission as we approach 2012.
Here to Serve,
David Berry
Executive Pastor
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This summer The Mission
experienced a heat wave
like never before. The
A/C units were not
working correctly and
the temperatures in each
of our serving areas were
above 105 degrees but
Praise the Lord our
volunteers
kept
on
giving. Nothing stopped
them from coming to
The Mission and serving.
We want to give a
special thanks to all who
served this summer. We
know it was not easy.
May the Lord Bless you
greatly for all you do!