September Update From Julie
“This most generous God who gives seed to the farmer that becomes bread for our meals is more than extravagant with you. He gives something you can then give away, which grows into full-formed lives, robust in God, wealthy in every way so that you can be generous in every way, producing with us great praise to God.”
(2 Corinthians 9:10) MSG
Our theme this Fall at Catalyst Ministries is Harvest!
We resonate with these verses in 2nd Corinthians at Catalyst Ministries, as we give great praise to God for all of the blessings He has given us!
We hope this new season finds you well, friends, as you savor the new wonders that Fall and Harvest time can bring. Having been raised in the Midwest, I love the special gifts to the senses that Fall delivers to us. Pumpkin pie, the scent of cinnamon and cider, the changing temperatures, the beauty of the colorful leaves and so much more!
Join with me, in thanking God for the Harvest of Blessings he has brought to us at Catalyst in the past months....and the new Blessings we’re looking forward to this Fall:
New Residents, at both our Illinois and Texas locations
New Team members- a special welcome to Beth Tomko (Texas Area Director) and Lucy Nalley (Illinois Program Coordinator)
New Volunteers, Generous Donors and Prayer Warriors at both locations
Our newest Board Member- Brian Thielen
An 8 passenger van to transport residents! (A gift from Toyota of Rockwall, Texas)
Special opportunities to teach, train and raise awareness- on the issues and realities of human trafficking- in our communities
A new gazebo at Catalyst Farms
A new roof at Catalyst Ranch
God has been so faithful to answer our prayers and bring the provision and guidance we need. Thank YOU for your part in this mission and important work to rescue and restore those who are survivors of human and sex trafficking!
If you’d like to engage with us further and get involved, please consider these great opportunities, both in the Dallas and Bloomington areas!*
Enjoying His Harvest of Blessings with you!
- Julie
*Pray with us:
A new office space in the Dallas/ Rockwall area
God’s provision and wisdom as we hire and build our teams with volunteers and staff
Generous donors committing to become Impact Donors ( monthly, recurring gifts of $30 or more)
Our Fall Be A Catalyst Dinner is on September 16th, in Bloomington IL. (Sponsors and Silent Auction donations are still being accepted)
God’s preparation and guidance as we work with precious survivors and prepare for new ones in the coming weeks.
Ongoing church and community partnerships and opportunities to speak and share about the work of Catalyst Ministries in our communities.
Join Us this Fall:
Texas
Prayer Coffee- September 28th; 10:30-11:30 am / October 26th 10:30-11:30am
Work Day- September 23rd; 9-Noon
Volunteer Information Night- October 17th 6:30-7:30pm
North Texas Giving Day- September 21st
Illinois
Be A Catalyst Dinner- September 16th, 6:00pm
Global Prayer Night- September 26th, 5-6pm / October 24th, 5-6pm
Volunteer Information Night- October 10th, 5-6pm
Work Day- October 21st
