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JAMES SAMARITAN FAMILY WELCOME CENTERS
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James Samaritan's Center was able to serve over 2000 visitors a quarter with one location. God has expanded James Samaritan throughout St. Tammany, Washington, and Tangipahoa Parishes. Over a dozen locations have opened their doors, their arms and their hearts to children and families in the foster care community. If your church or organization would like to become a James Samaritan Family Welcome Center, please email info@jamessamaritan.org.
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STIRLING PROPERTIES is participating in the BELONGING CAMPAIGN in the days leading up to Christmas. Mr. Marty Mayer and his team are bringing awareness to at-risk youth and families and ensuring that teens have a very special Christmas. All of their offices are collecting items to bring love and joy to young men and women on the Gulf Coast. Thank you, Stirling Properties, for your continued support of James Samaritan and giving so much back to the community.
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SSA IS HOSTING JAMES SAMARITAN'S CHRISTMAS PARTY THIS YEAR. CLOTHING, TOYS, BOOKS, SHOES, AND MUCH MORE WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR FAMILIES AND CHILDREN. VOLUNTEERS ARE NEEDED FOR DECORATING, GREETING GUESTS, WRAPPING GIFTS, AND ENTERTAINMENT. TO VOLUNTEER, PLEASE CLICK ON THE LINK BELOW. THANK YOU TO THE MANY ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE COLLECTING GIFTS AND ACTING AS DONATION DROP-OFF LOCATIONS.
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SPREADING JOY THIS CHRISTMAS
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Thank you, Kent Design Build for sponsoring a struggling family of 10 this Christmas. And, Cornerstone Dentistry, 10 families will be blessed by your generosity this Season.
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What an honor to be included in the Together We Can Conference. Glenn Rountree spoke on Open Table, the relationship program that is helping youth to transition into adulthood, families to overcome obstacles, and volunteers discover the blessings that come with helping others. James Samaritan has reached 30 tables in Louisiana. Of the 30 tables, 20 children are benefitting from parents receiving the wrap-around support. And, seven tables have either begun or will soon begin training.
To quote Glenn Rountree regarding accomplishments of one of the young ladies on an Open Table, "If not for the Christlike unconditional love and care of her Table Members, I'm certain the outcome would have been very disastrous for this young lady and her children. This young mom knows that these people love and care for her and her children like no one else and that was enough to make all the difference. She and her children now have the support needed to have a beautiful life!"
That's the power of relationships. That's the power of Open Table!
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GIFT-A-LIFT AND EDDIE TOURELLE'S NORTHPARK NISSAN
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Eddie Tourelle and his team are truly committed to helping youth change their lives for the better!! Once again this month, Eddie Tourelle's Northpark Nissan donated a used car to one of our youth who recently started college. The young person has come so far!! He is receiving the unconditional love that he always deserved!! His 'table" members stay connected with him. They go shopping, go out to eat, shoot hoops and play video games together. The "table" has helped him to navigate life challenges and has been so blessed to have this young man in their lives! Thanks to Gift-A-Lift, he can travel to any opportunity, and Eddie Tourelle and his team will be able to see the positive impact that their generosity has on this young man's life.
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THANKFUL FOR THE STUDENTS, STAFF AND PARENTS OF MARY QUEEN OF PEACE SCHOOL
The students of Mary Queen of Peace blessed many families this Thanksgiving when they stuffed 60 bags with food and handmade cards. Hope House, Samaritan Center and James Samaritan had the opportunity to tell the school about our organizations and then give the thoughtful and bountiful bags to families. Thanks you, Cougar's for your kindness!
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COVINGTON THREE RIVERS ART FESTIVAL
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The organizers of the Three Rivers Art Festival outdid themselves again this year!! It was a beautiful weekend celebrating artists and downtown Covington. Our founder, Kim Bigler, shared her inspirational book for parents and children of all ages, The Cloud Prince. The children used their imaginations to create crafts inspired by the story.
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Men Who Cook is always a spectacular event featuring chefs, local celebrities and a very important cause!! It was an absolute pleasure supporting Hope House and seeing so many individuals like Patrick McMath and Anecia Kenley who serve our community and help the children.
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Thank you, Chevron, for your commitment to our children! Chevron's sizeable donation will go a long way toward helping our most vulnerable!
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