He works justice for those who are pressed down by the world, providing food for those who are hungry. He frees those who are imprisoned; He makes the blind see. He lifts up those whose backs are bent in labor; He cherishes those who do what is right. (Psalm 146:7-8)

September

It is so important to simply step out in faith. God rarely gives us a perfectly clear picture of what He's called us to; it's often later that the picture comes into focus. This helps me be willing to make (and humbly admit!) mistakes as God calls me forward.

Now grab a cup of coffee and find out what we've been up to!

It is completely awesome to watch Karis start with a blank canvas and then end up with a vibrant work of art in just a few hours! Her painting, along with a vacation getaway, will be auctioned off by a live auctioneer.

Horse Mentoring

Only humans, with our free will, can be guilty of sin. We know this as deeply about ourselves as we know that animals are innocent.

But sometimes we can’t believe in the good things about ourselves. Our horses have been helping our residents recognize that they also have worthwhile qualities. For example, we recently asked residents to write qualities they believed to be true of the horse on index cards and put them on the horse. They were surprised to find those same characteristics were also true of themselves. 

This time of mentoring with the horses, scheduled for two hours on Mondays and Fridays, has proved to be very powerful for residents. We praise God for the two faithful volunteers He has brought who work with the horses and residents during this time.

Family Corner

We recently enjoyed a beautiful hike as a family (what a view!). Thanks for your prayers; our kids transitioned very smoothly into "school mode" and they are loving their teachers and classmates.

*Jordyn, who just turned 13, is still active in 4H and is getting experience working on a local farm.

*Dakota, our dancer, is taking a class in Christian Hip Hop/Acro dance.

*Josiah, our martial arts practitioner, just earned his yellow belt in Karate and will now go after his orange belt.