The Children’s Home was first established in 1908 as the Florida Methodist Orphanage. Over the years, this ministry has grown into a multi-faceted organization serving abused, abandoned, and neglected children from across the state of Florida. In addition to providing a higher level of therapeutic residential care in Enterprise and at the Madison Youth Ranch, the ministry also provides foster care and outpatient counseling in multiple counties. There is even an independent living community for young adults. The ministry had outgrown the Children’s Home name and needed something that better represented the purpose we serve and the care we provide. That new name is Residing Hope. www.residinghope.org

PRAY THIS WEEK
Pray for the children and youth living on the Enterprise campus and the Madison Youth Ranch. Pray for their healing, and that they may experience the love and support of a family.

RESIDING HOPE TESTIMONY
“Every interaction with a child is done with the mindset that you are a child of God; you are loved, and you are special. And while you’re at Residing Hope, you are loved, special, and safe.” – Staff Therapist

LOVE THIS WEEK
1. Invite a neighbor to enjoy a meal at your house or meet at restaurant.

2. Show love by signing up to run/walk, volunteer, or donate for the Shamrock Scurry.

3. Do something special to show love to someone in your family.

PRAY THIS WEEK
Please be in prayer for the Residing Hope staff, foster parents, and teaching parents that they would be filled with strength and peace as they show the unconditional love of Jesus to our children every day.

RESIDING HOPE TESTIMONY
“I pray for God to intervene in my life, and the lives of those around me.” – Residing Hope Resident

PRAY THIS WEEK
1. Pray for someone who is far away from God. 

2. Pray for our sister church in Barajagua, Cuba. Miriam’s trip to visit our sister church has been rescheduled for April. Pray for this upcoming visit.
3. Ask a neighbor how you could pray for them this week.

PRAY THIS WEEK
The Therapists at Residing Hope. Please pray for the therapists who walk the road of healing with youth each day.

RESIDING HOPE TESTIMONY
“I realized that things might be tough, but God really has a plan for me. I might not see it at this time; He’s there for me. He has a reason why I went through so many struggles, and Residing Hope just kind of helped me come closer to God and make me realize that I needed to put in a little more faith.” – Residing Hope Resident

OBEY THIS WEEK
1. If you don’t regularly read the Bible, start reading a short passage each day. Need help? Try the Wake-Up Call.
2. Fast this week from drinking anything but water. Set aside the money you save on beverages and donate to Residing Hope.
3. Obey the leadings God give you this week. Don’t be afraid to be obedient outside of your comfort zone.

PRAY THIS WEEK
The Leadership and Administrative Team of Residing Hope. Please pray for wisdom, strength, and creativity for our leadership team as they lead and serve our staff in ministry.

RESIDING HOPE TESTIMONY
“I volunteer at Residing Hope because of the grace that I’ve received from God to give back to others. I learned that my church would volunteer at Christmas time, and it made me want to come and work with youth. I truly believe in the mission here at Residing Hope.” – Volunteer

SERVE THIS WEEK
1. Ask your neighbor if there is anything you can do to serve them this week.
2. Be a family friend with Safe Families for Children.
3. Donate and deliver items to a refugee family in Tallahassee. Contact Jim Flury at jim@killearn.church

PRAY THIS WEEK
The Education Team at Residing Hope. Please pray for our teachers who work to give our youth the tools they need to be successful in school and later in their careers.

RESIDING HOPE TESTIMONY
“I want to thank you for the loving care you have given my daughter. The last six months have completely changed our daughter and our family. I know that God led us to your because from the very first day I walked on your campus, I knew God was there and our daughter belong there, too.” – Parent of a resident

SPIRIT LEADINGS: CHOOSE ONE OR MORE
1. Have you surrendered every area of your life to God? Ask God to fill you with His Spirit, demonstrating faith and humility, and trusting in His power to direct your life.
2. Pray for the neighbors who live next door to you and across the street from you.
3. Fast this week from one meal. Set aside the money you save on that meal and donate to Residing Hope.

PRAY THIS WEEK
The Spiritual Life Team at Residing Hope. Please pray for our spiritual life team as they help youth to notice and experience the love of God in their lives.

RESIDING HOPE TESTIMONY
“I am so grateful for everyone across Florida and beyond who supports this ministry through selfless giving of time, support, and funds. The hope and transformation young people experience here is remarkable.” - Rev. Mike Toluba, Residing Hope Board of Trustees

DIE TO SELF THIS WEEK: DO ALL THREE!
1. We have been praying for Residing Hope during Lent. Make a financial gift of any size to support this ministry: https://residinghope.org/donate/
2. Do a random act of kindness for a neighbor you do not know, expect nothing in return.
3. Invite your neighbor to come with you to worship for Easter.