Friday, August 5, 2011

From the Director (August Newsletter)

Director’s Message

What a great day July 30, 2011 turned out to be! It was a historic day as Renewal Ranch celebrated with our first four graduates: Mike Taylor, Charles Washington, Shepherd Palmer, and Atlas Stavely. They all received Renewal Ranch graduation certificates, rings, and other gifts. Family Life Bible Church graciously allowed us to use their facility for the three hundred supporters to share in this special occasion. We are so grateful to Kim and Kailey Hogue for the wonderful job they did in organizing the graduation.
David and Patti Stobaugh provided a delicious meal for all in attendance. Thanks to everyone who had a part in this memorable event! The next group of 4-5 men will be joining those still here on August 15th.
These men were chosen, after careful prayer and consideration, from over one hundred applications. The next semester of classes begins September 6th, 2011. We are so excited about our curriculum and the group of pastors who will be teaching God’s Holy Inspired Word to our residents.
We are currently praying about adding a shop building, as well as the next bunkhouse. The need is tremendous as we are turning away an average of 5 men weekly due to lack of bed space. Please continue to pray for those who are lost, wounded, broken, and in bondage.  Renewal Ranch wants to be a refuge for the least of these so CHRIST may restore their lives.

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