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8 ways to pray for H.E.L.P.
I’m always asked how people can pray for HELP, which makes me happy. The Lord knows we need prayer deeply! Right now HELP has grown a lot, and we’re trying to keep up and take advantage of the momentum.
Here are some prayer requests:
1. Wisdom: I’m not kidding. We need God’s wisdom to lead well.
2. Pray for favor: We’re building a tribe of people who will help rescue orphans, restore their hope and renew their communities. Pray that God sends laborers to work on behalf of the global poor.
3. Pray for finances: We struggle daily with this need, but we’ve also made a lot of progress. Pray for:
– An up and coming fundraising project that will raise $30,000 in single donations, and 100 monthly partners for operational support.4. Speaking the next two Sundays.
- Eastpoint Church in Delaware.
- Chinese Christian Church in Downtown Philly!5. We’ve recently brought on two new staff members. Pray for unity, vision and productivity as we gel as a team.
6. Pray for upcoming trips to S. Africa/Zimbabwe. We need funds to get there.
7. Pray that we get connected to a key local Haiti partner that we can work with longterm. Specifically a church planting church, who loves and serves orphans.
8. Pray for our partners/friends on the ground:
– Steven and Amy Nicholson in Cape Town, SA.
– Pastor John and Orpha in Zimbabwe.Also, please do us a favor, leave a comment that you’re praying. It’s always encouraging to know that people are seeking God on our behalf.
Shalom!
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Sacramento Benefit Concert and Handmade Market
first let me say – wow! what a success! we had an amazing evening of people coming together from all around sacramento do something powerful for Haiti. We had five local musicians and thirteen local vendors at the event – all raising money for H.E.L.P.’s haiti relief. As the night began people started slowly making their way in, looking at all the options of how to help Haiti, and began to make themselves at home – listening to the music. as the night progressed people just kept coming and coming! at the end of the night we raised over…. …..$1200!! many many thanks to all the vendors, musicians, and volunteers who poured their time and resources into this event. and a special thanks to claire and aaron bone with Glitter and Grunge for helping make this event an incredible success. we couldnt have done it with out you guys! it was a great time and yes – we will be doing it again very soon! stay tuned….
click here for more pics from the event.
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Help is Coming
For those who raised money for Haiti, here are the first two checks that were sent this past week to Heartline Ministries and Real Hope for Haiti. We will also be sending more funds this week — THANKS everyone!
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Life is Crazy
From the moment we got on a plane and headed to Austin in mid-December for the holidays, life has been crazy-busy! So much going on with HELP, lot’s of transitions (we are use to this), lot’s of traveling, big conference, and of course working to serve folks in Haiti post-earthquake, and our kids in Zimbabwe!
I’m not complaining AT ALL, we are so blessed, and we love what God has called us to do. But, margins have been thin, days off are very rare, and finances have been tough. Here are some thoughts:
- We are learning to trust God daily.
- It takes a team to make a difference.
- God gives us strength when we need it, but He will also FORCE us to slow down, if we violate the sabbath.
- True ministry is hard work, hard hard hard work!
- God is doing something special in Austin.
- You have to have a clear vision, but, you also must be willing to adapt on the fly, and take advantage of a key opportunities. Haiti came out-of-nowhere, but we are seeing much fruit and we’re able to help those in need.
- The vision must be big enough, that man can’t do it alone, but simple enough, so the tribe can articulate the vision, and work towards it’s objectives!
- Mistakes happen, don’t fret, instead lead, adapt, communicate, and move forward. So many times, we make mistakes, lose momentum, and we never see the mission accomplished, because we get discouraged.The past few months have been incredible, life-giving, heart-breaking, and confusing. Yet, it’s been truly beautiful and fulfilling!
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Salon Cut a Thon Recap
Waking up on Saturday last week, we had no idea what to expect. We were filled with excitement, but had no idea who was coming, how many would show up etc. The stylists and salon were ready, they had done a great job promoting the event and as the clock struck 10am we had a bin and some flyers and were pumped!
From the very beginning people started coming in, some making appointments, some just hopping right in the chair. Before ya know it people started filing in the salon, appointment slots were being filled and there was hair everywhere!! It was amazing to see this community come together and do something for the people of Haiti. We had many conversations with people that were completely broken by what has happened and wanted more info on how to help. From 10am until 4pm we were completely booked! The stylists ended up seeing over 40 people in one day and raised over $3500 !!!!!!
Needless to say we were speechless. This event totally blew us away and we are sooo grateful for Salon San Severo and all the stylists who gave of themselves unselfishly to help people in great need.
check out some pics below!
again many thanks to all the stylists and HUGE thanks to everyone who came out and showed your love!
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Haircut Benifit for Haiti
For those of you who live in the Sacramento, California area, or know someone who does, our friends at Salon San Severo, in Midtown, will be hosting a benefit for Haiti by offering free haircuts this Saturday Jan 23! All the proceeds are going to Heartline to be used in the relief efforts in Haiti.
Help us spread the word as we try to serve our friends in Haiti.
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T-Shirts for Sale
A few days ago we blogged about our desire to help the people of Haiti. After many hours of work by some amazing designers, and techies (more on those people soon), we’ve finally launched our online store with 2 designs, and three shirts.
100% of all proceeds (roughly $12-$14 per shirt) will go directly to Real Hope for Haiti.Please do us a favor, tweet this link, Facebook it, email your friends, etc.Also, we have more designs coming in the future by some amazing artist. We hope to serve the people of Haiti longterm!
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We Need Funding to Help Haiti
We have an urgent funding need for HELP! We are looking to do a T-Shirt campaign to raise funds for Real Hope for Haiti. 100% of all T-Shirt proceeds will go directly to the leaders of this organization so they can serve the children of Haiti. Each T-Shirt should profit close to $15. The cost is $7 to purchase the shirts from American Apparel, and $3-4 for shipping. (if shirts are bought on-location profits will go up)
Anyhow, I’ve connected Ryan and Holly with Sharp Seven Design, and they’re doing the design work on-the-house! I’ve also connected with Color Factory, and they are doing the printing for “cost”. My friend Jasen Ashdown is also helping, and Daniel Patrick set-up a store for us last night, and Scott Wade is also doing a project for us right now!
Here are two things we need:
1. Churches and ministries to sell the shirts at their gatherings. If you want to help sell these shirts, please email us at info (@) helpendlocalpoverty (.) com.
2. Funding: We need a short term funder who will loan us some cash, so we can get the shirts ordered, and ready to ship asap. If you would like to help, please email us info (@) helpendlocalpoverty (.) com for more information.
Shirt Sample: http://www.helpendlocalpoverty.bigcartel.com/
Thanks!
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Pause and Help
Had to stop and breath for a moment. Life has been CRAZY, and it’s only going to get crazier in the next few weeks. Of course, when a disaster hits like what has happened in Haiti, it causes even more stress as we react with a simple way to help.
But, here’s the deal, if you’re to busy to stop and help the good folks of Haiti, than maybe your just to busy. Please take a moment, and consider helping!
I’m so grateful for all the people who are doing something to make a difference. You can really see the power of social media, especially when you have people who are ready to respond. We created a Haiti Emergency Relief Fund.
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Haiti Emergency Donation Fund
For those who simply want to give a quick cash gift to help those in Haiti, you can give by clicking the PayPal button below. EVERYTHING helps. Our friends on the ground are requesting money, so they can purchase gas, food, and water. 100% (minus transaction fee’s) will go to Real Hope for Haiti.Thanks for your love and support!
