Archive for May, 2009

Wisconsin visitors

Saturday, May 30th, 2009

We were glad to receive a group from Christ the Rock Church from Wisconsin, US that were interested to see the progress on the training center. We know that they will pray for the Horizon of Hope project. This is one of the main reasons that we enjoy having as many people as possible to come and visit the building site!

CTR group

We are still working on the slab on top of the first level! Even though we had a few days when the building crew didn’t work because of religious holidays and other reasons we were promised that the slab will be ready in the next two weeks.

We appreciate your continous support.

Front view

Beam

Back view

Luxembourg

Monday, May 25th, 2009

With the downturn in the economic situation, churches and missions are finding their budgets cut. Finding the finances for Horizon of Hope in these circumstances is a test of our faith. Many of our supporters are looking for innovative ways to raise funds. Oasis Church of God in Luxembourg runs a yearly catering stall in one of the city of Luxembourg’s markets. Approx 25 people spend weeks beforehand buying in supplies, preparing and baking.

 

On the day, helpers turn out early, 6am to erect the tents needed for the food bars and coffee tents.

This year, despite predicted heavy rain, the day was fine but cold. John and Pauline England and Petry Groza flew in from Romania to man the cafe and to be available to promote Horizon of Hope by chatting with customers and providing information materials.

At the end of a busy tiring day, the church and its work had been made more visible to the population and had raised Euro 3,000 towards the building project. Our thanks to all for the hard work, practical support and fellowship as we worked together.

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In previous years we have had people do sponsored walks, make and sell jewellery, hold cake stalls, knit baby clothes and sell unwanted produce or used goods. We would be interested to hear of your efforts on our behalf. Please feel free to write to us at mail@horizonofhope.ro.

HOH of Wisconsin 501 c3

Tuesday, May 12th, 2009

We are thankful to God that we can see progress both at the building site and also with the papers that we are waiting for in the US.

Last year we started the process of having the Horizon of Hope of Wisconsin set up as a non-profit, tax deductible organization. It took quite a few months but a few days ago we received a letter saying we have been approved but with some conditions. There are just a few minor changes that need to be done and in 2 or 3 months we should receive the final papers. So as of right now Horizon of Hope of Wisconsin can receive donations and will be able to provide tax-deduction forms to the donors!  If you are interest in donating to Horizon of Hope please let us know at mail@horizonofhope.ro.

Donations can be made by sending a check to:
Horizon of Hope of Wisconsin
N8439 North Shore Rd
Menasha, 54952 WI

Thank you for your support in prayer!