Dear friends,

We are encouraged and excited and that is all because of you our supporters that have kept the mission of Bethany House going. You have helped our young pregnant women overcome odds and stumbling blocks and have encouraged them by your giving.

Over 30 young women came seeking housing through our Sponsor Family Program while finding appropriate housing for other women through the Gresham & Portland area. Four of these young ladies have come overcome the odds of joblessness and now have their own apartments. That is exciting!!

ONE SPONSOR FAMILY HAS THIS TO SAY!!

My first encounter with Bethany House came 3 years or so ago when I contacted them and volunteered to be a "big sister" to one of the girls. I got to know a young lady and so much enjoyed having her and her child in our lives... Then, when Bethany House began their Sponsor Family Program Beth asked me if that was something my family would be interested in. I had quite a bit of time on my hands and wanted to be involved in some kind of ministry. My family agreed with me that this would be a good ministry for us.

Beth and I met the young lady and together we decided that she would be a good fit for our family. She was in a difficult living situation, and needed to make some big changes in her life in order to keep her baby. Anytime one adds a member to an existing family, there are some adjustments. Our transitions haven't always been smooth, but we've been very glad to see the changes in attitudes as well as actions in this young ladies life. Not only did eating habits get much healthier, but her choices of friends and activities have gotten healthier as well.