“Now, our God, we give you thanks, and praise your glorious name.” 1 Chronicles 29:13
I have been very surprised to see the ornaments and garlands being put up in the last few days. Doesn’t everyone know that it is Thanksgiving month? Well, anyway, Thanksgiving is a time that reminds us how much God has given us that we do not deserve. What a blessing it is to be a part of The O'Connor House and be His hands in giving some of those blessings to the residents here.
One of our greatest blessings here is to see new lives. Just before midnight on Saturday, a little baby girl was born. Janiah Nicole weighed in at 7 pounds 10 ounces and stretched out to 20 inches long. She is a great sleeper! What a delight it is to meet her after months of waiting! Please pray for her and her mom as they continue to adjust.
We welcomed Janiah this week, but we have also been saying good bye, as our resident Angelica is moving into her new apartment. Please be praying for her and her soon-to-be-born baby as they settle in to this new adventure.
Also, please continue to pray for the residents that are still here, that they would see the Lord Jesus’s hand in their lives. Also be praying for Mandy as she will begin the process of interviewing prospective residents.
Thank you for your faithfulness to this ministry in prayer, finances, volunteering, and more. We are so thankful for you!
Blessings,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Friday, November 12, 2010
Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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“A father to the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in his holy dwelling. God sets the lonely in families….” Psalm 68:5-6a
How thankful I am to be a part of God’s Eternal family, and what a privilege it is to also be a part of The O’Connor House family. We desire that the Lord uses us to be a family to the women and children who enter this home, and He has in some of their lives. The Lord Jesus is the one who cares for us, and is with us, no matter what the circumstances. Pray with me that the women would all know the blessing of being in the Lord Jesus’ family and having God as their Father.
What a blessing it was to host Mekhi’s 1st Birthday party this past weekend. I was so touched by the love you could feel in this house…it really felt like a family had come together to celebrate! I wish all of you could have experienced the day. Thank you so much to those of you who were able to attend and join this family for Mekhi’s big day! Attached is a picture of the fun.
We want to send a special thank you to Nancy Childs and the Carmel Friends Church Women’s Circle for all the wonderful gifts they gave to The O'Connor House this week. Also, we want to thank Orchard Park Presbyterian for the fun shower they held for The O'Connor House women last week. It is such a blessing to have friends like you who partner with us in providing needs and desires. We are so blessed! Thank you!
We at The O'Connor House are trying to get the word out about this organization. Our Director, Mandy Teter, would love to come and talk with your business, church, small group, etc., to share more about this ministry. Please give her a call at 317-508-9627 or e-mail her at mteter@theoconnorhouse.org, to set up a time. More people in central Indiana need to hear!
Requests for this week:
• Carpet Vacuum Cleaner (used is fine—ours is broken)
• Paper Towels
• Baby Wipes
Thankful for a Heavenly Father and an Eternal Family,
Elli Jones
How thankful I am to be a part of God’s Eternal family, and what a privilege it is to also be a part of The O’Connor House family. We desire that the Lord uses us to be a family to the women and children who enter this home, and He has in some of their lives. The Lord Jesus is the one who cares for us, and is with us, no matter what the circumstances. Pray with me that the women would all know the blessing of being in the Lord Jesus’ family and having God as their Father.
What a blessing it was to host Mekhi’s 1st Birthday party this past weekend. I was so touched by the love you could feel in this house…it really felt like a family had come together to celebrate! I wish all of you could have experienced the day. Thank you so much to those of you who were able to attend and join this family for Mekhi’s big day! Attached is a picture of the fun.
We want to send a special thank you to Nancy Childs and the Carmel Friends Church Women’s Circle for all the wonderful gifts they gave to The O'Connor House this week. Also, we want to thank Orchard Park Presbyterian for the fun shower they held for The O'Connor House women last week. It is such a blessing to have friends like you who partner with us in providing needs and desires. We are so blessed! Thank you!
We at The O'Connor House are trying to get the word out about this organization. Our Director, Mandy Teter, would love to come and talk with your business, church, small group, etc., to share more about this ministry. Please give her a call at 317-508-9627 or e-mail her at mteter@theoconnorhouse.org, to set up a time. More people in central Indiana need to hear!
Requests for this week:
• Carpet Vacuum Cleaner (used is fine—ours is broken)
• Paper Towels
• Baby Wipes
Thankful for a Heavenly Father and an Eternal Family,
Elli Jones
Thursday, September 30, 2010
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“Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up.” Galations 6:9
Even a month into the school year, I’m sure some of you are weary of it. For others, how many weeks has it been since your vacation?—I’m sure you are weary too! Here at The O'Connor House, we desire to do the best we can for these women, and sometimes we can become weary. Though it can be easy to become weary in well-doing, remember, we are not living for the here and now, but an eternity with Jesus. A future like that should encourage us, even on our most weary days!
Thank you for your continuing help and support of The O'Connor House. We are so grateful to each of you who helped us during the grant writing process. The grant was submitted last week, so we still covet your prayers for God’s will in this area! We desire this grant so that we can build a larger home to serve more women. We currently have 10 women on the waiting list, and we wish that we had rooms to offer them! Please be praying for these women, that they would continue to choose life for their unborn children despite the difficult circumstances, and that they would not become weary in well-doing! Their names are Gina, Carrie, Roslyn, Deanna, Iryna, Jennifer, Jolene, Jalena, Adrian, Marquesha.
Many of you will remember Jessica, one of our recent residents. Next month is her son’s 1st birthday, and you are all invited to Mekhi Johnson’s 1st Birthday Party! It will be held here at The O'Connor House on Sunday, October 17, 2010, at 2pm. Mekhi and Jessica would be very blessed by your presence.
Looking forward to God’s harvest,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Even a month into the school year, I’m sure some of you are weary of it. For others, how many weeks has it been since your vacation?—I’m sure you are weary too! Here at The O'Connor House, we desire to do the best we can for these women, and sometimes we can become weary. Though it can be easy to become weary in well-doing, remember, we are not living for the here and now, but an eternity with Jesus. A future like that should encourage us, even on our most weary days!
Thank you for your continuing help and support of The O'Connor House. We are so grateful to each of you who helped us during the grant writing process. The grant was submitted last week, so we still covet your prayers for God’s will in this area! We desire this grant so that we can build a larger home to serve more women. We currently have 10 women on the waiting list, and we wish that we had rooms to offer them! Please be praying for these women, that they would continue to choose life for their unborn children despite the difficult circumstances, and that they would not become weary in well-doing! Their names are Gina, Carrie, Roslyn, Deanna, Iryna, Jennifer, Jolene, Jalena, Adrian, Marquesha.
Many of you will remember Jessica, one of our recent residents. Next month is her son’s 1st birthday, and you are all invited to Mekhi Johnson’s 1st Birthday Party! It will be held here at The O'Connor House on Sunday, October 17, 2010, at 2pm. Mekhi and Jessica would be very blessed by your presence.
Looking forward to God’s harvest,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Friday, September 17, 2010
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“The tenth day of this seventh month is the Day of Atonement….present an offering made to the LORD by fire. Do no work on that day, because it is the Day of Atonement, when atonement is made for you before the LORD your God.” Leviticus 23:27-28
Today is Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. The Day of Atonement was the once-a-year time that the High Priest of Israel would go before God into the most Holy Place of the Temple with the blood of a prescribed sacrifice, asking God’s forgiveness, and trusting that the death of the flawless animal would temporarily suffice to atone God’s wrath. Death is a consequence of sin; it is today, just as it was in the Old Testament. Let us not forget that, while the Old Testament sacrifices were temporary, it is only through the blood of Jesus that we can be saved eternally from sins’ consequence of death.
Thank you for your continued prayers and support of The O'Connor House. We are so blessed by you! Please continue to pray for the final details of the grant-writing process, and for those who are writing it. Pray for stamina and accuracy to finish strong! Also, please be in prayer for the residents here as they go through the process of looking for jobs. It can sometimes be a challenge.
Requests for this week:
- Prayer!
- Baby Wipes
- Old Cell Phones (to use for a 911 phone)
- Basic Cleaning Supplies (like 409)
- Ladies’ Dress Shirts (size 3X-4X)
- Ladies’ Dress Pants (size 26-28)
- Ladies’ Interview Shoes (size 9½)
Thankful that sins have been atoned for in Jesus Christ,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
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Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
Today is Yom Kippur, the Day of Atonement. The Day of Atonement was the once-a-year time that the High Priest of Israel would go before God into the most Holy Place of the Temple with the blood of a prescribed sacrifice, asking God’s forgiveness, and trusting that the death of the flawless animal would temporarily suffice to atone God’s wrath. Death is a consequence of sin; it is today, just as it was in the Old Testament. Let us not forget that, while the Old Testament sacrifices were temporary, it is only through the blood of Jesus that we can be saved eternally from sins’ consequence of death.
Thank you for your continued prayers and support of The O'Connor House. We are so blessed by you! Please continue to pray for the final details of the grant-writing process, and for those who are writing it. Pray for stamina and accuracy to finish strong! Also, please be in prayer for the residents here as they go through the process of looking for jobs. It can sometimes be a challenge.
Requests for this week:
- Prayer!
- Baby Wipes
- Old Cell Phones (to use for a 911 phone)
- Basic Cleaning Supplies (like 409)
- Ladies’ Dress Shirts (size 3X-4X)
- Ladies’ Dress Pants (size 26-28)
- Ladies’ Interview Shoes (size 9½)
Thankful that sins have been atoned for in Jesus Christ,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
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Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
Sunday, September 12, 2010
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“On the first day of the seventh month hold a sacred assembly and do no regular work. It is a day for you to sound the trumpets.” Numbers 29:1
You may wonder what this verse has to do with The O’Connor House. Well, as you may have noticed on your calendars, this week is the Jewish Holiday of Rosh Hashanah, which is the Feast of Trumpets and the beginning of the Jewish calendar year. For the women in The O'Connor House, their time here is an opportunity of new beginnings, a time to start over and set their lives on course, just as some people do on New Year. Please pray with us that during their time at The O'Connor House, they will also set their courses toward Jesus.
As of today, The O'Connor House is full! We are delighted to welcome two new women this week. First, Leonni moved in on Thursday, and then Tracey arrived just today. We are so blessed to have a full house again—and we pray that we will be a blessing to each of these women and their children as well. Give them a warm welcome when you come by! They have joined Stephanie, Angelica, Nikki, and baby Jonathan who already live here, making The O'Connor House a very busy household!
Please continue to pray for our grant writing process. The application date is coming up soon, and lots of work is going into the application. We desire that God’s best would be accomplished in this matter!
Requests this week:
Brother LC51 ink (Black, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan)
Printer paper
Thankful for a God who gives us second chances, and grace through His Son Jesus,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
You may wonder what this verse has to do with The O’Connor House. Well, as you may have noticed on your calendars, this week is the Jewish Holiday of Rosh Hashanah, which is the Feast of Trumpets and the beginning of the Jewish calendar year. For the women in The O'Connor House, their time here is an opportunity of new beginnings, a time to start over and set their lives on course, just as some people do on New Year. Please pray with us that during their time at The O'Connor House, they will also set their courses toward Jesus.
As of today, The O'Connor House is full! We are delighted to welcome two new women this week. First, Leonni moved in on Thursday, and then Tracey arrived just today. We are so blessed to have a full house again—and we pray that we will be a blessing to each of these women and their children as well. Give them a warm welcome when you come by! They have joined Stephanie, Angelica, Nikki, and baby Jonathan who already live here, making The O'Connor House a very busy household!
Please continue to pray for our grant writing process. The application date is coming up soon, and lots of work is going into the application. We desire that God’s best would be accomplished in this matter!
Requests this week:
Brother LC51 ink (Black, Yellow, Magenta, Cyan)
Printer paper
Thankful for a God who gives us second chances, and grace through His Son Jesus,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Friday, September 3, 2010
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“He will comfort us in the labor and painful toil of our hands caused by the ground the LORD has cursed.” Genesis 5:29
It’s Labor Day this weekend, and I was surprised recently to discover that Labor Day has been a holiday for over 120 years! Labor and toil go all the way back to Genesis and the beginning of sin. Nonetheless, God gave us work even in the perfect world of the Garden of Eden, so work in itself is a good thing. Jesus’ redemption of the world also includes redeeming the activity of work. So as we labor and toil each day, we should remember that work is not a bad thing! We simply must use it and our time on earth to accomplish God’s work now and prepare us for eternity.
Please be praying for us as we are in the process of writing a grant, and specifically that, if it is God’s will, we would receive the grant! It is a long and detailed process, and everyone working on it would be very grateful for your prayers. Thanks. :)
Happy Labor Day!
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
It’s Labor Day this weekend, and I was surprised recently to discover that Labor Day has been a holiday for over 120 years! Labor and toil go all the way back to Genesis and the beginning of sin. Nonetheless, God gave us work even in the perfect world of the Garden of Eden, so work in itself is a good thing. Jesus’ redemption of the world also includes redeeming the activity of work. So as we labor and toil each day, we should remember that work is not a bad thing! We simply must use it and our time on earth to accomplish God’s work now and prepare us for eternity.
Please be praying for us as we are in the process of writing a grant, and specifically that, if it is God’s will, we would receive the grant! It is a long and detailed process, and everyone working on it would be very grateful for your prayers. Thanks. :)
Happy Labor Day!
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Monday, August 23, 2010
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“For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this not from yourselves, it is the gift of God….” Ephesians 2:8
Tomorrow, baby Jonathan will be one month old! It is always amazing to watch the babies here grow and change. The name Jonathan means “God’s gift,” and he is a beautiful gift from the Lord. Let’s pray for him, that he will come to know Jesus as the True Gift of God and that he would be able to share that Gift with many others during his life.
Also, I want to introduce you to our new resident. Angelica moved in earlier this week and is working diligently on her goals. Please warmly welcome her to The O'Connor House family and keep her in your prayers as she adjusts.
Although we have 3 residents now, we are continuing the process of interviewing new residents. Please continue to pray for us, as well as the women, as we make these decisions.
With new residents in the house who are starting off to work and school, we have quite a few specific needs this week:
• Reusable water bottles
• Lunch bag/box
• Hair gel
• Hair brushes
• Q-tips
• Razors and shaving cream
• Deodorant
• Ladies’ shirts (size large, not maternity)
• Ladies’ pants (size 14, not maternity)
• Ladies’ socks/underwear (contact us for exact needs and sizes)
• Ladies’ hoody (size medium)
• Ladies’ pajamas (size medium or 7/8)
Thankful for God’s Gift to us in Jesus,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Tomorrow, baby Jonathan will be one month old! It is always amazing to watch the babies here grow and change. The name Jonathan means “God’s gift,” and he is a beautiful gift from the Lord. Let’s pray for him, that he will come to know Jesus as the True Gift of God and that he would be able to share that Gift with many others during his life.
Also, I want to introduce you to our new resident. Angelica moved in earlier this week and is working diligently on her goals. Please warmly welcome her to The O'Connor House family and keep her in your prayers as she adjusts.
Although we have 3 residents now, we are continuing the process of interviewing new residents. Please continue to pray for us, as well as the women, as we make these decisions.
With new residents in the house who are starting off to work and school, we have quite a few specific needs this week:
• Reusable water bottles
• Lunch bag/box
• Hair gel
• Hair brushes
• Q-tips
• Razors and shaving cream
• Deodorant
• Ladies’ shirts (size large, not maternity)
• Ladies’ pants (size 14, not maternity)
• Ladies’ socks/underwear (contact us for exact needs and sizes)
• Ladies’ hoody (size medium)
• Ladies’ pajamas (size medium or 7/8)
Thankful for God’s Gift to us in Jesus,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
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“This is how we know what love is: Jesus Christ laid down his life for us. And we ought to lay down our lives for our brothers.”
1 John 3:16
This week, I have been pondering the mission of The O'Connor House, pondering the best way to love the women who live here. What does it mean to lay down our lives for others? It has been a challenge for me to think about this, and I hope it challenges you as well. Sometimes I (and I’m sure all of us!) get busy with the details of life and forget the things that are really important: belief in Jesus’ sacrifice for our sins, and living our lives to love others!
Thank you to each and every one of you who have chosen to support The O'Connor House: Those who volunteer, who donate items, who give generously, who provide transportation, and more. We would not be here without you! Each day, I am reminded of your kindness to the women who live at The O'Connor House. Despite busy lives and a decreased economy, you have chosen to be a part of this ministry. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Please be in prayer for us at The O'Connor House, and our intake coordinator specifically, as we are in the process of interviewing new residents. It is not an easy task to talk with the prospective residents, and it is not an easy decision for the women to move in here. Pray that their fears would not hinder the women from making the best choices. Pray also that Mandy would have wisdom in doing the interviewing, and that the Lord would fill this house with the women He wants. Please pray that we as staff and volunteers would be good friends, encouragers, and examples, pointing them to Jesus.
A few reminders: Don’t forget to write us in for the United Way campaign; we don’t want to miss this opportunity! Also, don’t forget to check out our website, Facebook and Twitter pages: (http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/; www.facebook.com/oconnor.house; www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse!
Here are our house needs this week:
• Ladies under garments--Call me for specifics :)
• Toilet Paper
• Paper Towels
Willing to lay down my life,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
1 John 3:16
This week, I have been pondering the mission of The O'Connor House, pondering the best way to love the women who live here. What does it mean to lay down our lives for others? It has been a challenge for me to think about this, and I hope it challenges you as well. Sometimes I (and I’m sure all of us!) get busy with the details of life and forget the things that are really important: belief in Jesus’ sacrifice for our sins, and living our lives to love others!
Thank you to each and every one of you who have chosen to support The O'Connor House: Those who volunteer, who donate items, who give generously, who provide transportation, and more. We would not be here without you! Each day, I am reminded of your kindness to the women who live at The O'Connor House. Despite busy lives and a decreased economy, you have chosen to be a part of this ministry. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
Please be in prayer for us at The O'Connor House, and our intake coordinator specifically, as we are in the process of interviewing new residents. It is not an easy task to talk with the prospective residents, and it is not an easy decision for the women to move in here. Pray that their fears would not hinder the women from making the best choices. Pray also that Mandy would have wisdom in doing the interviewing, and that the Lord would fill this house with the women He wants. Please pray that we as staff and volunteers would be good friends, encouragers, and examples, pointing them to Jesus.
A few reminders: Don’t forget to write us in for the United Way campaign; we don’t want to miss this opportunity! Also, don’t forget to check out our website, Facebook and Twitter pages: (http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/; www.facebook.com/oconnor.house; www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse!
Here are our house needs this week:
• Ladies under garments--Call me for specifics :)
• Toilet Paper
• Paper Towels
Willing to lay down my life,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
Monday, August 9, 2010
Please Welcome...Kathy-a New Staff Member
Hi everyone.
I am Kathy Yauney, one of the new House Managers at The O’Connor House. As I spend time shadowing Meredith for a few days, I’m getting excited about taking my place as Tuesday’s day staff (working with menu planning and shopping), and the weekend’s evenings and overnight shifts. I am very pleased to be part of this beautiful ministry.
Thank you to the current residents for your warm welcome. I applaud these ladies for the decisions they are making and the personal growth they are experiencing. It will be my privilege to support those efforts.
The residents and I have some experiences in common. At 17 I was a pregnant teen. And as our residents are now striving to do, I did form a family, continued my education, and supported my children. Now at 62, I’m assisting my son in raising his two teen agers, so I am still parenting.
Often I am amazed at where my life’s journey takes me. And now, I am being given another special opportunity. This time I will have a chance to use my unique experiences and skills in crisis intervention and residential management. Just as my past is filled with examples of God’s love, I trust the future will be even more blessed. Once again I am hearing that inner voice whispering to me, “Hold on … this is going to be so good.”
I am Kathy Yauney, one of the new House Managers at The O’Connor House. As I spend time shadowing Meredith for a few days, I’m getting excited about taking my place as Tuesday’s day staff (working with menu planning and shopping), and the weekend’s evenings and overnight shifts. I am very pleased to be part of this beautiful ministry.
Thank you to the current residents for your warm welcome. I applaud these ladies for the decisions they are making and the personal growth they are experiencing. It will be my privilege to support those efforts.
The residents and I have some experiences in common. At 17 I was a pregnant teen. And as our residents are now striving to do, I did form a family, continued my education, and supported my children. Now at 62, I’m assisting my son in raising his two teen agers, so I am still parenting.
Often I am amazed at where my life’s journey takes me. And now, I am being given another special opportunity. This time I will have a chance to use my unique experiences and skills in crisis intervention and residential management. Just as my past is filled with examples of God’s love, I trust the future will be even more blessed. Once again I am hearing that inner voice whispering to me, “Hold on … this is going to be so good.”
Friday, August 6, 2010
Information August 6, 2010
“Teach us to number our days aright, that we may gain a heart of wisdom.” Psalm 90:12
It is hard to believe that the school year is upon us once again, and teachers and students are returning to their classrooms. Yet for those who believe in the Lord Jesus, we are always being taught by Him, summer and winter! The Bible tells us that the Lord is our Teacher, and we should desire that He gives us His heart of wisdom. As the school year starts again, may we remember that Jesus can be our true Teacher, showing each of us to number our days and gain His wisdom. Please pray that the women of The O'Connor House would experience this as well.
This coming school year is bringing some more staff changes to The O'Connor House. After almost exactly two years as an evening house manager, Anna Drehmer will be heading off to St. Louis to begin her graduate studies. I know that the staff and residents alike will miss her gentle ways and listening ear. Also, Meredith Licklider, one of our house managers for the last two summers, will be returning to her ministry in Scotland next week. I know the residents enjoy her fun-loving and joyful ways—she will be missed by all. Please be praying for them during this time of adjustment and feel free to send them a goodbye e-mail!
Technology and The O'Connor House: I just wanted to give you a few technology reminders. 1.) Keep checking out The O'Connor House website (www.theoconnorhouse.org) and pass along our information to your friends and acquaintances. We need your help to spread the word about this ministry! 2.) Don’t forget to look at The O'Connor House Blog! http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/ 3.) For you Facebook users, we invite you to join us and support our cause! You can even donate through Facebook!
Don’t forget that you can also donate to The O’Connor House through the United Way campaign! Also, if your employer offers you matching contributions, please explore the possibility of writing us in as a recipient on those forms as well.
We are so grateful for all of you! Your hands of love and generous hearts are huge blessings to us. We couldn’t have this ministry without you.
Thankful for the wisdom of a Heavenly Teacher,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
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Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
It is hard to believe that the school year is upon us once again, and teachers and students are returning to their classrooms. Yet for those who believe in the Lord Jesus, we are always being taught by Him, summer and winter! The Bible tells us that the Lord is our Teacher, and we should desire that He gives us His heart of wisdom. As the school year starts again, may we remember that Jesus can be our true Teacher, showing each of us to number our days and gain His wisdom. Please pray that the women of The O'Connor House would experience this as well.
This coming school year is bringing some more staff changes to The O'Connor House. After almost exactly two years as an evening house manager, Anna Drehmer will be heading off to St. Louis to begin her graduate studies. I know that the staff and residents alike will miss her gentle ways and listening ear. Also, Meredith Licklider, one of our house managers for the last two summers, will be returning to her ministry in Scotland next week. I know the residents enjoy her fun-loving and joyful ways—she will be missed by all. Please be praying for them during this time of adjustment and feel free to send them a goodbye e-mail!
Technology and The O'Connor House: I just wanted to give you a few technology reminders. 1.) Keep checking out The O'Connor House website (www.theoconnorhouse.org) and pass along our information to your friends and acquaintances. We need your help to spread the word about this ministry! 2.) Don’t forget to look at The O'Connor House Blog! http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/ 3.) For you Facebook users, we invite you to join us and support our cause! You can even donate through Facebook!
Don’t forget that you can also donate to The O’Connor House through the United Way campaign! Also, if your employer offers you matching contributions, please explore the possibility of writing us in as a recipient on those forms as well.
We are so grateful for all of you! Your hands of love and generous hearts are huge blessings to us. We couldn’t have this ministry without you.
Thankful for the wisdom of a Heavenly Teacher,
Elli Jones
The O'Connor House
P.O. Box 1061
Carmel, IN 46082
317-844-9562
http://www.theoconnorhouse.org/
http://theoconnorhouse.blogspot.com/
www.twitter.com/theoconnorhouse
www.facebook.com/oconnor.house
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Scripture taken from the HOLY BIBLE, NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION®. Copyright © 1973, 1978, 1984 International Bible Society. Used by permission of Zondervan. All rights reserved.
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Please meet: Sara Ferguson...a New House Manager...
Hello....
My name is Sara Ferguson and I am so excited to join the staff at The O'Connor House. I am energetic and love being around people. I am married to Matt and we have a baby boy, Isaac! I love spending time with family and friends, fitness, and helping people. I was a high school teacher for 5 years and recently resigned so that I can spend more time with my son. I also enjoy my part-time Personal Fitness Training work.
I joined The O'Connor house because of my passion for helping women and families.
I am looking forward to getting to know and share life with the women at The O'Connor House. God has blessed me so much so I am thanful for the opportunity to help bless the lives of others.
~Sara
My name is Sara Ferguson and I am so excited to join the staff at The O'Connor House. I am energetic and love being around people. I am married to Matt and we have a baby boy, Isaac! I love spending time with family and friends, fitness, and helping people. I was a high school teacher for 5 years and recently resigned so that I can spend more time with my son. I also enjoy my part-time Personal Fitness Training work.
I joined The O'Connor house because of my passion for helping women and families.
I am looking forward to getting to know and share life with the women at The O'Connor House. God has blessed me so much so I am thanful for the opportunity to help bless the lives of others.
~Sara
Monday, August 2, 2010
Introducing Amy Bultemeier...one of our new House Managers....
Hi my name is Amy Bultemeier. I am excited to begin work at the O’Connor house. I have been married for ten years and I am a mother to two very active and precocious boys, age 6 and 3. They are wonderful blessings that keep me grounded in faith as a constant reminder of God’s love. I have a passion to serve others and pray daily that God works through me to encourage and bring hope to those around me. I love to read, write, scrapbook, and eat! Chocolate is a main food group for me and I have been known to eat a whole pan of brownies in one day. I also enjoy running and playing sports with my boys, as well as watching Purdue football and basketball.
I believe God gives us what we need, who we need, and when we need it. I gain my courage and strength from Matthew 19:26 “With God, all things are possible.” I am deeply touched by all those that cross my path and cherish each encounter no matter how big or small. I feel very blessed for the opportunity to work at the O’Connor house. I look forward to meeting the women and children, sharing in their lives, and serving in what ever ways needed.
I believe God gives us what we need, who we need, and when we need it. I gain my courage and strength from Matthew 19:26 “With God, all things are possible.” I am deeply touched by all those that cross my path and cherish each encounter no matter how big or small. I feel very blessed for the opportunity to work at the O’Connor house. I look forward to meeting the women and children, sharing in their lives, and serving in what ever ways needed.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Kari's Blogging Experience
Hello World!!!! It is I Kari Jo, I am writing well actually I am blogging to let you guys know that I am going bowling with my son which I have yet to tell him, I think Im going to make it a surprise not quite sure yet, haven't made up my mind. Well... Ms. Kerrine has found her feet!!! YAH!!!, which means now no more pretty in pink finger nail polish :( She will be 6 months old in 2 weeks and 1 day, I cannot believe it my baby boy will be 5 in 5 weeks, thats awesome!!! He's so excited he wants a Spongebob Squarepants party and his bedroom the same. Yes, that's right The Disney Family will be moving into their OWN house in 6 weeks! The 24th of July is our last wake up as residents, quite excited if I should say so myself. Just wanna say thanks to all those that have helped my family and I we are truly greatful for what you've contributed to us! NOW.... a few words from Kenn'yon: I wanna say that GOD prays for us :), and to praise GOD, love always Kenn'yon!!!!!
Farewell Fellow Bloggers
Kari
Farewell Fellow Bloggers
Kari
Friday, June 11, 2010
Welcome the The O'Connor House Blog!!!!!
Hello!
Welcome to the very first official O'Connor House Blog! Wow, technology certainly is amazing and we are so very thrilled to find yet another way to communicate with all of you, our volunteers and supporters. The purpose of this blog is to share about our daly experiences living, working and volunteering in this little corner of the world that we call The O'Connor House. Periodically our moms, volunteers and staff will take the opportunity to share about their day, their challenges and victories. As these blogs unfold I believe we will all once again marvel in God's intricate plan for our lives and how He works for the good in all things! If you feel led to share, please let us know and we will do our best to get your blog included. Our post can change even daily, so make sure to check back with our blog...we welcome your comments and dialogue as well. We can't wait to get started with our first mom's blog!
Additionally let me take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your love, your prayers, your time, your talents, your many gifts and donations. It takes all of us to create and continue this ministry for the unborn and our moms. We the staff and Board are humbled at your generoseity and bounteous support.
To God be the Glory!
Warmly,
Mandy Teter
Welcome to the very first official O'Connor House Blog! Wow, technology certainly is amazing and we are so very thrilled to find yet another way to communicate with all of you, our volunteers and supporters. The purpose of this blog is to share about our daly experiences living, working and volunteering in this little corner of the world that we call The O'Connor House. Periodically our moms, volunteers and staff will take the opportunity to share about their day, their challenges and victories. As these blogs unfold I believe we will all once again marvel in God's intricate plan for our lives and how He works for the good in all things! If you feel led to share, please let us know and we will do our best to get your blog included. Our post can change even daily, so make sure to check back with our blog...we welcome your comments and dialogue as well. We can't wait to get started with our first mom's blog!
Additionally let me take this opportunity to thank each and every one of you for your love, your prayers, your time, your talents, your many gifts and donations. It takes all of us to create and continue this ministry for the unborn and our moms. We the staff and Board are humbled at your generoseity and bounteous support.
To God be the Glory!
Warmly,
Mandy Teter
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