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HOPE MINISTRIES NEWSLETTER>
YEAR AT A GLANCE
February 15, 2008
GREETINGS FROM JOE PELLIZZE, PRESIDENT PRAISE JESUS! What a wonderful time to be alive in a world of uncertainty. As our country is scrambling to come forth with a new President; I can be assured of my greatest gift, the “Gift of Life” from above. Our place at Hope Ministries is founded on our ability to walk through humanities problems honoring His life. This is our focus at Hope to help the broken hearted to find life through the Son. We expect to find battles and we appreciate your willingness to come alongside us as we continue to persevere through this year of 2008. Please be assured you will be welcomed by all here at Hope. In Christ, Joe MINISTRIES FOCUS Fire and Workplace Chaplainry Chaplain Joe Pellizze & Chaplain Richard S. Phelps Presently the major thrust of this ministry is to the Fire Service. The goal is a Chaplain's Service for management and employees in a work environment. To provide the workplace a chaplain, in the tradition of military, fire & police chaplainry. The service is offered without charge to the employer and their employees. Night Songs Ministries ALICE THISTLE PURPOSE: Give hope, help and dignity to women and children in crisis and/or transition. VISION: Night Songs is a faith-based, charitable organization that encourages and supports programs serving women and children, who are homeless or at risk of it. MISSION: To encourage development of faith-based programs offering a comprehensive range of services to women and children, that will enable them to become productive members of society; providing mentoring&social services to women at risk. Addictions Counseling Training Lew Gervais, Director Addictions Counseling Training; Continuing Education classes are provided through the Net Training Institute at Hope Ministries Facilitator training seminars are offered in order to help churches enter into the mission field of the walking wounded and addicted people suffering all around us Support Groups: Currently we are hosting the Conquering Codependency Group and Shelter from the Storm; A Sexual Abuse Recovery Support Group Christ-Centered 12 Step Recovery Groups COUNSELOR’S CORNER JOE, LEW, LOUIE, LUCY, ALICE, DICK Hope's trained Biblical and Addictions Counselors provide one-on-one private and confidential sessions. An intake evaluation process determines what services are necessary and who will facilitate them. This ministry includes a family focus. •Intervention: Assisting individuals, families and businesses at times of crisis. •Encouragement: Providing compassionate support&encouragement. •Biblical Counseling: Offering private and group support for healing and growth. •Referrals: Providing resource information and facilitating referrals. •Teaching: Instructing individuals and groups with life-giving truths of Christianity •Training: Facilitating skills of compassionate care for Christian leaders and recovery ministries. Gateway to Life Counseling & Outreach for Prisoners & Families Tom and Barbara Murgatroyd~Services offered now&future services 1. Angel Tree Craft Club (Children) 2. Angel Tree Camping 3. Angel Tree Christmas 4. Clothing Closet 5. Left Behind Group (Adults) 6.After Release Support 7. In-prison Faith-Based Classes 8. Marriage Mentoring 9. Addictions Support OUR VALUABLE VOLUNTEERS We are always in need of volunteers for a variety of positions. No matter what your interests and skills, or how much or little time you have to give, we would be happy to have you as part of our “Hope Ministries Team”. For information call: 676-5588 A GREAT 2008~~BE A PARTNER IN HOPE TO “HELP HEARTS HEAL” It is already February and the work at HM to “Help Hearts Heal” is well underway. God is to be Praised for He is the Great Physician! We will be busy this year with new projects and opportunities to reach out to our community here in Brevard County, Florida. Please mark your calendars and pray for us as we prepare for the following exciting efforts. HM Spring Cleaning and redecorating the Reception Area and Rest Rooms. Tuesday, March 11, 2008 - Our first bi-monthly Informational & Inspirational Luncheon. (12:00 – 1:30 @ HM) Open to invited guests who are in need of Hope or those interested in Hope Ministries. Friday, April 11, 2008 – Workshop & Luncheon “Suffering in Silence” Hidden Head & Brain Injury in Victims of Domestic Violence @ The Hilton Rialto 10:00-2:00. Guest Trainer – Jenny Johnstone-Smith ~Tickets are $45.00 •August 2008 - The Music of HOPE – A Talent Contest and Concert of local Christian performers who will compete in a competition in search of Brevard County’s, “Christian Hopefuls.” Categories include Solo Vocalist, Praise Teams, Solo Musicians, Worship & Expressive Dance. Churches refer to us your musical best that minister while they perform! This event promises be an exciting event & huge undertaking. We need help, so consider getting involved. •October 2008 – Launch a Workplace Giving Campaign •October 26 - 2nd Annual “Afternoon of Hope” Benefit Luncheon For more information about these events, please call me @ (321) 676-5588 or email me @ info@hopeministriesflorida.org In closing, I need to inform you, our ministry family, that Hope Ministries is in immediate need of your financial support! Resource streams are few and support from has been on the decline for the last 6 months. I am asking you to please pray for God to move on His people to help us “Help Hearts Heal!” As for me personally, if Hope Ministries had not been here 10 years ago; I would not be here today! God used Hope to save my life and He will use Hope Ministries to save many more lives from the throws of addiction, physical abuse, emotional and spiritual pain. Please send your financial support to Hope Ministries 2020 Palm Bay Rd. Ste. 1, Palm Bay, Florida 329005 or give online @ www.hopeministriesflorida.org and click on the Help us Heal Hearts box. May God richly bless you, Diana Sivadon HM Development Director I can do all things through Him who gives the strength. Phil. 4:13 The Local Church Spotlight Hope Ministries would like to recognize and honor CHURCH ON THE ROCK for its’ church ministry and continued support of HOPE. Hope Ministries was launched in 1994 from an office located inside Church on the Rock. CHURCH ON THE ROCK has financially supported HOPE MINISTRIES and partnered with us, by referring people to us who can benefit from our services. Church on the Rock graciously provides Hope Ministries with the use of its’ large copy machine. This privilege enables us to print our newsletter for just the cost of paper. We are very grateful for our church family, Church on the Rock and we pray that God continues to use them to advance His Kingdom. If you or someone you know is looking for a church home; we proudly recommend Church on the Rock! 4028 S. Babcock St., Melbourne, Florida ph.321-724-5488… www.cotrmelbourne.com Church on the Rock is committed to Worshipping God, Loving People and Serving Others! HOPE MINISTRY STAFF Hope Ministries welcomes our newest missionary staff member. Linda Dixon is our new Development Assistant and Biblical Counselor. Her position will include being in charge of website & news letter development. She will be “Helping Hearts Heal” for Families and Friends affected by Alcohol and Drug Addictions in those they Love and Female Sexual Abuse Victims. Please keep Linda and all our Staff in your prayers as we go forward to do God’s will. CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD CLOSING COMMENTS: In the year since Joe Pellizze became President, a new turn toward depending more on the wisdom and support of the Holy Spirit has been introduced. Recently Joe led us to spend a large portion of our Monday in prayer for the purpose of seeking wisdom for the ministry. I heartily support this and feel confident that Hope Ministries will know the will of God and follow Him for our future. Your Servant in Christ, Dick Phelps
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