My dear children, let’s not just talk about love; let’s practice real love. This is the only way we’ll know we’re living truly, living in God’s reality.
1 JOHN 3:18, MSG
Just prior to coming to Sheltering Wings in 2013, I went to Cambodia to help alongside an organization that works with girls escaping human trafficking. I went with the full intent to serve and help others but somewhere along the way I realized God was not just working through me, He was also working in me. It was there the Lord started stirring in my heart a desire to become entrenched in the mission of Sheltering Wings.
Prior to working here, my perception of Sheltering Wings may have been similar to yours: Sheltering Wings = Safe Housing. Simple enough; important enough. But after I met the staff and families we serve, I learned it goes far beyond housing. Helping families build safe, stable and independent lives in a supportive and Christ-centered environment runs parallel to providing a safe haven.
If a person is escaping an abusive relationship and needs a place to stay and support services, we’re here. If a survivor doesn’t need safe housing, but needs help with things like a protective order, case management or a support group, we’re here. If a family member, colleague or neighbor needs help and you need to know how to help, we’re here.
In this newsletter, you’ll learn about our services that compliment housing but can also be independent.
Regardless, the point is … we’re here for you.
Cassie Mecklenburg
Executive Director
What’s Inside?
- A letter from a resident about her newfound freedom
- Case Managers: Providing Guidance
- Employee Spotlight: Case Manager, Veronica Escobedo
- Learning and Applying Life Skills
- Keeping Safety in Mind
- Upcoming Events
- Christmas In July
- And more!
