WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER:
Margarita R. – that my dad and sister would be healed of their serious health issues
Anonymous – prayers of comfort for Beverly and her family in the recent loss of her daughter
Anonymous – for Tansy A.’s health
Candy – that my children will be able to come and live with me
Shawnta – to develop a better relationship with God; for my children
Valerie S. – that I am able to stay focused in going to school to obtain my Master’s Degree
Kristi B. – strength for my mother as she goes through a divorce
Donza B. – for me and my family to get closer to God
Laretta C. – for my faith to be strengthened and that my family would develop a closer relationship with God
Marla W. – for Beverly and her granddaughter; for my grandmother as she ages
Juanita J. – for Ronnie, Jeffery, Tony, and Marie
Denise D. – please pray for my sister as she has cancer
Elisa A. – that my family stays focused on the Lord
Gail B. – please pray for my mother
Susan S. – please pray for my children and my cousin
Chere M. – please pray for my girls and my son

YOUTH CENTER:
Markea B. – for my relationship with my dad
David H. – for wisdom in decisions I need to make about school next year
Aaron W. – for divine guidance with my relationships at home
Tahari F. – for my relationship with my mom and to make better decisions
Byron B. – for the strength to continue seeking God
Jasmine M. – for my relationships within my family
Mercedes B. – for stability within my family
Michael J. – for my issues with anger and a desire to grow in my faith
Priscilla G. – for self esteem and identity issues
Donovan L. – for strength and enlightenment in dealing with my questions regarding my faith
Youth Center – for continued safety for the children attending our Summer Program

TRINITY HOUSE: (Transitional Living)
Alex P. – to find permanent housing
Andre M. – please pray that my son is safe and that I will be able to find him
Don J. – that my friend’s son will be tried fairly and forgiven

Michael H. – to develop a better relationship with my Savior, The Lord Jesus Christ; for my children, family, and friends
Charles D. – for me and my family
Doug B. – for healing from hernia surgery
Derrick K. – for my son, Darius, as he completes his first year of college
Darryl G. – for my son, Darryl, that he will find his way in life
Jon W. – for increased strength and patience in my life
Gerald B. – to continue to have a strong, daily commitment to Christ; for restoration of my marriage and with my family
Jamil B. – please pray that I would be Christ-like in all of my affairs and decisions
Scott B. – for God to help me stay strong in His Word and positive in my life
Kevin R. – that I would willingly follow God’s will for my life
Doug B. – for Jennifer, who is in prison, to be comforted
Antonie F. – that people who are suffering would yield to Jesus; for my family, my friends, and the staff at the Mission
Reginald J. – please pray for me
Charles J. – I need prayer for my situation
Robert W. – for the possibility of reuniting with my son
Leonard S. – for my Social Security concerns; for permanent housing
Brad C. – please pray for me

WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER:

Anonymous – for a closer relationship with Jesus and each other, to overcome addictions, for financial blessings, and protection from hurt, harm or danger; for healing
Tymiere P. – for my family and loved ones
Shawnta G. – for my family and children; to learn how to be a better child of God, yielded to His will for my life
Candy –healing for a chronic cough that I have had since November; for my children
Marla W. – for all of the women and children at the Mission
Novella C. – for my children and for Carolynne’s health
Denise D. – for my sister, Sharon

YOUTH CENTER:

Ayanna H. – for my father, who is in jail
Aaron W. – for the entire family as we had a recent loss
Khalil K. – that I would have the strength to overcome temptations; for salvation
Bobby – that I would be able to develop a meaningful relationship with God
D’rell & Shayn W. – for better sibling relationships
For the teens – please pray that they learn how to develop healthier relationships
Marquis – for my growth in my relationship with God; for my home situation
Youth Center – please pray for the Summer Program and the staff
Youth Center – please pray for the staff transition changes
Lanette J. – for the safe delivery of my baby and the transition into a stay-at-home mom
Jada – for health and for the relationships within my family

TRINITY HOUSE:
(Transitional Living)

Alex P. – for continued emotional stability in my life
James C. – for permanent, full-time employment
Chris B. – that my marriage would be restored

When: Saturday, June 5th – 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Where: Metro Bank – 3951 Union Deposit Road, Harrisburg

Cost: Donation

Proceeds will be used to provide scholarship money to help with the cost of field trips and other related costs for those attending the Youth Center Summer Program.

Ray K. – for continued healing of my back and kidneys, for permanent housing in Baltimore, for guidance in service to Him, and all praises to Him and His leading me to Bethesda Mission and for all who have helped me on this long road
Douglas – praise God for a successful surgery
Michael A. – that I can develop a better relationship with my Savior; for my children
Darryl G. – for my son, Darryl, to be able to discern God’s guidance for his life; for my wife to have improved patience and enjoy good health
Derrick K. – that my son will stay focused in school and that he remains in good health and that he would remain positive
Charles D. – for peace in my life and an improved relationship with my family
Alvin S. – please pray for me
Jon – for strength and health for my wife, my children, and me
Jason M. – for knowledge and encouraging words to speak to others through their struggles
Jose O. – for more understanding of God’s perfect will for my life and the discernment in how to apply that knowledge
Kevin R. – for me to get my life together; for an improved relationship with my family
Gerald B. – for me to have strength in the Lord; for restoration of my marriage and with my family
J.E. – that I learn how to receive God’s forgiveness and begin to forgive myself for my past
Chris B. – for my family, my son, and my wife

WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER:

Samoya B. – please pray that I would receive more personal strength
Shawnta – for me to receive permanent housing after I complete the Program
Carlynne M. – for my family and loved ones; for my successful recovery
Jennifer B. – that my son and I would be able to be reunited for a visit on his birthday; that I would experience more peace of mind and patience
Donza B. – for me and my family
Marla W. – for all the children in the world and for my grandmother’s health
Tonya S. – for my family, my health, for my schooling, and for my successful recovery
Lizz – for all of the mothers and their children who are struggling in and out of addiction; for God to direct my path for me to be a better mother to my children
Shelley B. – for God’s will to be done for the Outen family regarding Dennis and his need for a heart transplant; for the Corker family as Ken has terminal cancer
Crystal O. – for improved strength and guidance in my life
Denise – for my sons and me
Novella C. – for my children; praise to God for healing me
Chere – pray for my mother’s strength; for my children to do God’s will
Anonymous – for my son’s stomach problems and for a more harmonious family setting
Laura R. – pray for my son, Paul; starting up my own business; my aunt, Katie
Candy – for my children, for relief from my cough, for improvement of my health, and to remain in recovery and to see success

YOUTH CENTER:

Keyanee B. – please pray for my uncles, Jeffrey and Joe, as they are in jail
D’rell W. – that my brother would learn to stop bullying people
LaPree J. – for my dad
Javier – for a classmate who was diagnosed with cancer
Markea B. – for Nate to be able to control his anger and not be so violent
Aniyah G. – please pray for my family
Amarih H. – pray that my dad will soon be released from jail
Pamela – that I will be able to return home soon
Khadijah S. – please pray that my adoption goes through; for my brother
Aaron W. – for my grandmom, who is in the hospital
Daysha R. – please pray for us as we have experienced a death in our family

TRINITY HOUSE:
(Transitional Living)

Andre B. – please pray for my son, my brother, and my sister
Alexander P. – please pray that God would continue to restore my life in every area
Cody T. – please pray for my children, my employment, my finances, and that the rest of my family would get saved and know God better
Anthony W. – please pray for my family and friends
Chris B. – pray for my wife, who was in a car accident, that she will recover quickly from her surgery

Jamie H. – please pray for me and for my situation to improve; all of those in the Program
Michael A. – that I would learn how to have a better relationship with my children and God
Anthony W. – for my family and the rest of the world; that I would remain close to God on a daily basis
Derrick K. – that my son would understand the importance of doing his best in college and the impact it will have on his future
Darryl G. – that my son would find direction in his life
Charles D. – that my relationship with my family would be restored
Brian P. – that I would have a better relationship with my children and my family and that my financial situation will improve in the future
Jon W. – for strength and patience for Pam and me and that my children would have comfort and strength in their lives
Larry M. – please pray for me
Jonathan B. – for increased strength, patience, and wisdom in my life
Antonie F. – for my family, the staff at Bethesda Mission, for my friends, and for all of the homeless, sick, and hungry people everywhere
John L – that I would continue to love the Word of God and share it with others
Dan H. – that I could find employment, for my family, the Mission staff, and that my mother-in-law would come to know the Lord
Jose O. – for healing of a tumor that my sister has in her brain
Antonie B. – that I would learn to allow Jesus to control all of my life
Harvey C. – for peace in my life
Leonard C. – that I am accepted into the Helmsman Program
Darryl G. – for my wife and children that God would give them comfort and peace
Terry B. – that I could be restored to my family and be a Godly husband and father
Joe W. – that I would be reunited with my children and that my wife would become a Christian
Roy K. – I praise God for positive answers to my prayers regarding my Social Security Disability; please pray for relief from my back and leg pain; that God will show me best where to serve Him
Rodger S. – I praise God that I am able to receive Social Security Disability payments while I am struggling with seizers
David S. – Thank you Lord, for my Social Security Disability checks and for all of the times that I have had the opportunity to talk to my daughter
Raymond J. – please pray for my life and my future
Anthony M. – for continued spiritual growth in Christ; for my father’s salvation
Danny O. – for my son, Daniel, to be responsible in his school and his homework
Joe N. – for my family and peace to my loved ones
Walter C. – for my family and loved ones

WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER:

Marla W. – for all the people in Haiti and for all of the children throughout the world
Chere – praise to God for being in my life and giving me the strength to keep on the right track
Liz G. – for Duane and his family to grow closer to Jesus and that our family will stay together
Jennifer R. – that I would be able to have another visit with Dominic and that one day we would be reunited
Juanita J. – for my family and children
Novella C. – praise to God for His healing power and for His continued blessings in my life
Samoya – prayer for my son, Kristian
Shawnta – for me, my children, and my family to be bold in the Spirit and not in impurities; praise God for His faithfulness to us
Shelley – for Kristian, Sanai, all those who are hungry, for those who do not know the Lord, and that Carolynne and Novella have speedy recoveries
Crystal O. – for my family and friends; that the Lord will use me to help change other’s lives
Latonya – prayer for my family and a better understanding of God’s will for my life
Carolynne M. – please pray for a family health issue and that I could become self-sufficient

YOUTH CENTER:

Sharnee B. – that I am able to communicate better with my peers and be able to share within a group setting
Lance B. – to handle changes better
Detroy B. – that my behavior in school would improve, along with my grades
Tyrae B. – for improvement in my relationship with my dad; for growth in my faith
Renee S. – for custody issues with my children
Vaughn – for discipline to have daily devotions; for growth in my faith
P.J. – to commit to reading the Bible; more growing in my faith
Shayn – to grow in my faith and to make the time to read the Bible
Youth Center – for upcoming staffing changes
Keyanee B. – to learn to interact positively with my peers
Tayajanea G. – to gain confidence in myself and to develop positive friendships
Ayanna H. – to learn to treat others kindly and to make good choices
Jakye S. – for me to control my anger
Aniyah G. – to learn to use my leadership gifts in a positive way
Tyree C. – for the strength to show my love of God and to positively influence others

TRINITY HOUSE:
(Transitional Living)

Alexander P. – that I can develop a closer walk with my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ and for increased spiritual wisdom and knowledge; for restoration of everything that satan has stolen from me
Andre M. – for my brother’s and sister’s situations to improve; that I will one day have a restored relationship with my brother, sister, son, and the rest of the family
Steve S. – for my children and for me as I move forward in life
Chris B. – for me, my family, and all of my brothers and sisters in Christ
Don J. – for spiritual guidance in my life, for strength for my friend, Dianna, and healing for Jim
Mark R. – that I will be yielded to God’s will for my life

Danny O. – for the healing of my marriage and restoration with my wife, Asa
Anonymous – for healing of breast cancer for Marita K.
John – for healing of cancer
Romano T. – for healing of cancer
Jose O. – for the salvation of my loved ones
Joe W. – for me to be reunited with my family
Jon W. – that the Lord will watch over my family in my absence; that my children will be obedient to the Lord
Jason M. – please pray for the lost souls and the sick and suffering in Haiti
Sam W. – for good health to all of those staying at the Mission and that increased knowledge, prosperity, and a new way of thinking and living would become the result for those completing the program
Bobbie H. – that I will be successful in receiving SSI benefits that I am entitled to
Antonie F. – for my family and all homeless, hungry, hurting, people everywhere
Michael A. – that I may stay more consistent in the Word; that I may have true understanding of my grieving process; for all of the men in the house and their families
Charles D. – that the Lord will continue working in me, changing me to having a loving heart
Anthony W. – for everyone in the Mission and their families
Alvin S. –that my prayer life would be strengthened and that I could obtain permanent employment
Derrick K. – that I would be able to stay focused and hopeful
Darryl G. – that my family and friends would have great health, wealth, and spirit
David S. – that my SSI & SSD benefits would be approved soon so I can go see my family, who I haven’t seen in two years
Ray K. – that I would serve Christ according to His will for my life; that my SSD claim would be resolved soon; for restoration of my health

WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER:

Donza B. – for continued good health for myself, Tracie and her baby, and for my family
Laura R. – for me to understand what is going on with me and my household
Anonymous – please keep the Saunders family uplifted in prayer
Anonymous – for the Garcia family to stay together, to remain safe, and to obtain a new home
Marla W. – for protection for Elista, Tracie, Deanna, Saige, and all of those hurting in Haiti
Chere – that I would follow God’s will for my life and that my studies at school would improve
Tonya – for good health for my daughters, my family, and me
Jennifer – for peace and strength in my life and for reconciliation with Dominic
Juanita J. – for my children
Candy – that God’s will be done at my court case
Carolynne – for my health, my children, and for peace with God
Shelley – continued prayer for Elista, Tracie and her baby, and Cherie and Julian
Shelley – for God’s protection around the Women & Children’s Shelter neighborhood

YOUTH CENTER:

Marie G. – pray for transitions and changes that are going on in my world
Ayanna H. – that I will continue to have the strength to stand against peer pressure and bad influences
Serina – that the Preteens will begin to develop true relationships with Christ
Jasmine M. – to totally trust God in dealing with my fears
Tahari F. – that I can be more of a leader instead of a follower
Tayje G. – that I have the ability to process experiences in my life
Shayn W. – that God will give me peace with the changes that come with moving
Tyrae, Keyanee, Sharnee – dealing with the grief of losing our grandmother
Tyrae B. – please pray for my relationship with my father
Pejahlee T. – that I will be able to resolve some relationship issues
Serina – that our Teens will continue to be reached through our Discipleship Class

TRINITY HOUSE:
(Transitional Living)

Anonymous – that Grace C. would have good health
Chris B. – that my family and friends would keep their faith in God
Mark R. – for continued sobriety for the rest of my life

Walter C. – for my family
James C. – for my mother’s health (Grace)
Danny O. – for my wife’s salvation; that the Lord would draw her to Him
Larry S. – for my family and that the people of the world would learn to love each other
Carlos D. – for all of the children in the world
Anthony W. – for my family
Sam W. – that God would bless those who are still searching and trying to understand His Word
Harvell J. – for all of those who are lost
Jon W. – for my wife, Pamela, and my children; for all of those who still need to find Christ
Jamie – for everyone in the Mission and for their families back home
Tyrone D. – for my walk with the Lord; for my children, my parents, my brother, and my children’s mother
Antoine B. – for me to overcome temptation through the power of Jesus Christ and for God to preside in my heart and in all of my actions
Herman W. – for my relationship with God to continue to grow, for my family, and for John’s wife
Jose O. – for my family, particularly those who are not saved
Scott W. – for me to be able to develop a better relationship with Christ
Joe W. – that my wife and children would forgive me and we would be reunited
Kenny S. – for my family and friends
Julio A. – that there would be peace in my family this year; for divine discernment in future decisions
David L. – to quiet the pain in my family and in myself; have wisdom for future decisions
Charles D. – for peace of mind and forgiveness in my life
Michael A. – for my children; for peace and joy in my heart
Jamie H. – for my family and everyone else in the program; for God to guide me daily
Alvin S. – please pray for my walk with the Lord to be strengthened
Douglas B. – I have lived 25+ years with depression and anxiety and request prayer to help remove this dark cloud from my mind
Steve H. – for God’s healing, wholeness, restoration, and deliverance from drugs, alcohol, and pain; to become the man and father that God would have me be
Alexander A. – for employment and permanent housing

WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER:

Chere – please pray for my family to see what is good and right and healthy and to make the right decisions
LaTonya – for my family, my health, and my daughter’s health
Donza – for my family and several health issues
Liz – praise that the Lord has given me my children and prayer that they will be able to stay with me; prayer for their protection and provision for their needs
Juanita – for Cardell, Mannie, and my three grandchildren; that God gives us peace for the new year
Anonymous – for Cherie and Julian
Anonymous – for Elista and God’s protection for her children
Anonymous – for Sage, born 1-5-10; for mom, Tracie, too
Jen – praise to God and a special thank you to the Mission for giving us Christmas and a happy New Year; thank you all for your continued prayers for all of us
Shelley – for the Miriam Hunt family as her husband, Calvin, has gone home to be with the Lord
Shelley – for the Women’s Shelter staff during this wonderfully busy time of the year and for the neighborhood where the Women’s Shelter is located

YOUTH CENTER:

Detroy B. – please pray for my mom’s health
Markea B. – pray for my family’s salvation and for increased self-confidence
Ayanna H. – that I can learn to develop a better attitude
Derrick L. – that I would learn how to have a relationship with God
Shayn W. – pray for the struggles that I am facing due to a moving situation
Tyrae B. – for my relationship with my dad
Khadijah S. – please pray that my adoption will go through
Ricky M. – that I learn how to control my anger and develop new, Christian friends

TRINITY HOUSE:
(Transitional Living)

Mark R. – that my relationship with my younger son can be repaired
Steve S. – for me, my brothers, and sisters – to help us get over the death of our mother

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Gary S. – that I would find employment and housing; that there would be peace in the families of the men in the Mission
Clarence C. – that I will stay yielded to God’s direction for my life when I leave the Mission
David S. – to be able to pay off a fine that I owe and to be able to restore my relationship with my wife and daughter
Roy K. – that I will seek God’s will in all that I do, that SSD would approve my case as soon as possible, and for God to allow me to be used for His honor and glory by serving Him
Pierre T. – that God would forgive my sins and that I would become a better person in life
Leonard P. – for God’s continued blessing in my life
Frederick W. – for Roy’s health to improve
Kenny S. – that my friend would be open to the Lord
Herman W. – that Ramona T. would be healed from the cancer that she is battling
Ivan S. – for me to be able to repair my relationship with God and my wife
David R. – for good health for myself and my family; for my memory problems
Chris B. – for my close friends, my son, and his mother
Danny O. – that my son, who is making rebellious decisions, is touched by the Lord
Jason M. – those who are still sick and suffering who can be made well by coming to the cross
David L. – my family to heal from emotional wounds, myself, and strength for this Mission
Julio A. – for my family’s salvation, for divine guidance in my decision making, and for me to have the faith and strength to follow God’s leading in my life
Tyrone D. – for my family to remain strong in the Lord and committed to stay on the right course
Walter C. – for my mother, brother, and the rest of my family
Anthony W. – for my family, friends, and loved ones
Alvin S. – pray that I will have the strength and opportunity to go back into ministry
Anthony M. – that my relationship with my father would be restored
Andre M.- for me and my family
Carlos D. – for my relationship with my family
Larry S. – for my family and my personal strength to face each day
Dan H. – for my family
Jonathan P. – for all of the people who are still homeless
Bobbie H. – that my SSI would be approved soon

WOMEN & CHILDREN’S SHELTER:

Chere – for peace in the world
Candy – that I would be successful in getting custody of my kids for the weekends and for my health concerns regarding a bad cough
Ronza – for my family, for good health, and that my family has a safe new year
Tonya – for my health, my daughter’s health, and for restoration with my family
Elista – for my children’s safety and for my children and their siblings to give their lives to the Lord
Jenn – for my son and for patience and healing for myself
Juanita – for my children and grandchildren

YOUTH CENTER:

Tyrae B. – for my family issues, including a custody situation
Sharaee B. – for my health
Tahari F. – for a smooth transition as my mom is coming back into the home
Malik M. – that I will learn how to open up more with people
Cameron B. – that I will learn how to focus more on things in my life
Jamesha N. – that I will learn to share issues that I am dealing with
Ricky M. – for a better attitude
Jamier J. – that things will go okay as I enter a new school
Derrick L. – that my relationship with God would strengthen and grow
Nate B. – for my home situation between my parents
Khadijah S. – that my adoption is approved
Byron B. – that I would know how to forgive my father
Anonymous – for all of the teens going through father issues

TRINITY HOUSE:
(Transitional Living)

Alexander P. – to strengthen my relationship with Jesus Christ, to strengthen my spiritual gifts, for a stronger faith, and for restoration and redemption in my life
Mike R. – for everyone at the Mission, at Trinity House, and for Curly Parker
Anthony – for my wife and children
Steve S. – to develop a stronger relationship with Jesus, the church, and my family

“Christmas is a season of celebration, and Christmas Day should be special. However, many people in our community are alone or in need, and the celebrations enjoyed by others just make them feel worse. Bethesda Mission is a haven of peace and celebration open to all who would like to join us for Christmas Dinner,” stated Chuck Wingate, executive director of the Mission.

In all, nearly 50 volunteers will be involved in making sure that those who visit with us for Christmas will have some good memories. Those unable to physically come to the Mission will be able to have a meal delivered to their homes (within a five-mile radius of the Mission). If they need a meal, they are to call 257-4440, by Tuesday, December 22nd, to be included on the schedule. An operator will take the necessary information to insure the delivery of the meal.

RECAP OF CHRISTMAS EVENTS

Thursday, December 24th
Christmas Eve:

• 4:00 – 5:30pm – Turkey Dinner with all the trimmings provided and served by the Hilton Harrisburg. (Note: Christmas gifts will be given to our soup line guests after they finish their meal.)

Friday, December 25th
Christmas:

• 9:00am – Community-donated gifts are distributed to our clients by the executive director and the staff.
• 4:30 -6:00pm – Christmas dinner served to the community.

For further information, please contact Ken Ross at 717-257-4442, ext. 223, from 8:00am – 3:30pm weekdays.