r u o Y RESULTS
“Helping Victims Become Children Again” Since 1977 ~ Spring 2015
A Maga-Letter Published for those who support and/or are interested in knowing the PROGRESS of children in need of alternative home care living at Shiloh Christian Children’s Ranch. Lisa Schoonover, Editor
Whatever you do, do it heartily, as to the Lord. Colossians 3:23
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ur wonderful and devoted homeparent staff wholeheartedly do everything to glorify the Lord. These parents help to teach grace by loving and caring for children here at Shiloh. Without donors like you none of this would be possible. n
Shiloh Christian Children’s Ranch 601 N. Center, Box 606 Shelbina, Missouri 63468 Telephone 573-588-2191 Fax 573-588-7730 www.shilohranch.org e-mail:
[email protected] Mark Adkison................ Executive Director
TULEY’S HOME
“As we work with and teach them, every small change brings us joy” They have accepted our love and they have started a new life and they are in full bloom and it’s ever so beautiful.
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his spring we have really enjoyed and looked forward for new life, baby calves, puppies, fresh turned dirt and planting season, and t h e pastures turning to a lush green from a drab brown. In the same way God has blessed us with a whole new look at life. It is something we never want to take for granted. Everything changes whether we want it to or not. Our children grow up and they leave us. As we get the kids here later in their life Karen & Robert Tuley & Kids it makes it more challenging with less time. Some have pain and suffering, some bad habits, and some are used to taking care of themselves. They protect their heart from being hurt by making their’s hard so they are more in control of the pain. As we work with them and teach and show them truth, every small change brings us so much, joy just as new life in the spring. It is overwhelming with some of these kids who really figure out what life and truth is. To really step up to the plate, accept their lot in life and move forward. They have accepted our love and started a new life. They are in full bloom and it is ever so beautiful. n
Jim VanSchyndel, Chairman...Mexico, MO
We always want to thank our dear supporters.
Dan Butcher, Vice-Chairman..Burlington, IN
In Christ’s Love, The Tuleys
Jay Craig............... Director of Stewardship Tim Craig..................... Stewardship Officer Amy Bishop.......... Account/Financial Mgr. Sharon Utz.............Receptionist/Secretary Angie Hays.......... Executive Admin. Assoc. Jim Thomas....................Promo Field Rep. Grandparent Lisa Schoonover......Stewardship Associate Kevin & Denice Blew............. Homeparents Ken & Beth Penfield.............. Homeparents SCS Administrators Kirk & Dennae Moore........... Homeparents Wayne & Peggy Ledbetter..... Homeparents Robert & Karen Tuley..................Relief HP Jon & Joy Bethel..........................Relief HP Trisa Redington..........................Counselor Greg Lowes..................................Counselor Jessica David...............................Counselor Carol Brookhart................. SCS Supervisor Becky Colvin................................. SCS Aide Roy & Donna Fancher...........Grandparents Don Harris............................. Grandparent Scott & Alyce Montgomery...Grandparents
Bob Vickers, Treasurer......... Shelbina, MO Stan Moore, Secretary..........Burlington, IN Dr. Jim Tritz.................. Jefferson City, MO Pete Million.................................Quincy, IL Jim Schaefer...............................Callao, MO Nathan Plumb....................... St. Louis, MO
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KOLARS’ KOMMENTS
Welcoming Sabrina “We’ve seen how hard everyone works to make Shiloh the great place it’s known for.”
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reetings everyone!! We are the Kolars. It’s a pleasure to introduce ourselves, and it’s been a pleasure and joy meeting everybody thus far. We received (and still are receiving) a hearty welcome to Shiloh. Everybody made us feel right at home. Thank you so much! Misty and I (Todd) have been married 14 years and have 4 kids—3 biological: Titus (13), Makenna (12), Asher (9), and Sabrina, (18), who we recently welcomed into our home. Prior to Shiloh I worked in the engineering department at Digital Ally, Inc. in Lenexa, KS. Misty covered the Johnson County, KS area as a real estate agent. A year ago neither of us ever would have imagined we’d be homeparents today. But it’s been just over a month since we rolled in on a cold, snowy day in February from Gardner, KS, and each day we are loving more and more our decision to come here. We are finally settling in to our home and busy with day-to-day Shiloh activities. In the past month we’ve seen how hard everyone works to make Shiloh the great place it is known for. The joy of the Lord and the joy that comes from serving Him is evident here. We are glad to be part of this ministry, and looking forward to all that we will experience at Shiloh. n The Kolars – CLARENCE FARM REPORT –
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on’t think we could ever top end of last year’s gross farm receipts. We ended up cashing in all but 4 of our best cows and fall pasture was good into December. Now we have over half of our hay left so trying to sell it. By 10th of April we’ll be about done with hay for grass is coming on strong. We held back and bred 5 of our heifers and purchased 8 more heifers. We are in the thick of calving season. We have 12 yearlings to sell this fall. Our new heifers are so docile it sure makes tagging newborn calves easy. Sure wished we could have gotten some wheat planted but it didn’t work out. So we’ll be planting soybeans again this year. If we don’t move our hay quickly, we won’t fertilize hay ground this year. n
SHILOH WISH LIST
The following list includes needs and giving opportunities of Shiloh’s families. The needs will be fulfilled for the children and homeparents as funds arrive.
Shiloh School Funding for new Shiloh school uniform shirts and t-shirts Educational puzzles and games for elementary students Legos Card stock colored paper McDonalds $5 gift Card (Merit award) Indoor Activity Games (rainy PE days)
Household Items Paper Goods (Toilet Paper, Paper Towels, Kleenex, Napkins, Cups) Trash Can liners Laundry Detergent Drink mixes Hand garden spades and trowels White sport socks ( most kids wear shoe size 7-11 since they are early to late teens) Work gloves (for when work groups come and for work around the farm) Water bottles AA Batteries Stamps Beach towels Christian T Shirts Flashlights Recreation Area Equipment Igloo Coolers…………………. $50 Picnic Tables……………………$150 Equipment Purchases 15-Passenger Van.........................$23,000 14-Passenger Van.........................$14,000 Weed Eaters ………………………… $150 Hopeful Construction of Future Homes (??) (1) Full Time Home ……………..$450,000 (2) Relief Home …………………$300,000
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MOORES’ MUSINGS
Mercy is finishing her sophomore year She has been elected to an office in three clubs.
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here to start… first off, THANK YOU! You are such a blessing to us. I thought I would share a funny story with you. Think of one house mom, with five kids under 8, walking into the local farm store during chick days. The kids can barely stay behind the mom in their anticipation of getting to the chicks to see them and pick the ones they want. Yes, I was just that crazy one Wednesday night. As you can imagine the usually quiet store was full of laughter, pointing, chirping, and cackling. On Wednesday nights it is just me (Dennae) with the younger kids. We try to do something fun. This week it was a trip to McDonald’s and to pick chicks. The best part was that while we were looking and deciding on which ones to buy, an older gentleman came walking by. Not knowing whether he would find the children cute or annoying, I tried to keep them to a low roar, and out of his way. This was, of course, impossible. I decided he wasn’t too upset by them when he passed by a second and third time. He smiled as they pointed at which chick they wanted plucked up for them and as I tried to impart wisdom on what color eggs they produced. Finally we had 16 chicks in a box. Titus proudly carried them to the front walking beside me, pushing the cart with Luke and a bag of chick feed inside. When we got to the register, there stood the man. He motioned for me to go ahead. After three passes all he had in his hand was a socket wrench, which I’m pretty sure didn’t take three passes through the store to find. I insisted he go first as it would take a minute for us. On the way out Page 4
another gentleman held the door and snickered as we walked out. The chuckle was part pity and part amusement. We have overall done well with the chicks. We lost a couple, and the kids learned some valuable lessons. They have also learned about what it takes to raise an animal, and are excited that these will lay eggs and not provide meat. Thank you for the opportunity to teach our kids life lessons through farming and living in the
Dennae & Kirk Moore country. The greenhouse and the animals in particular teach so many valuable lessons for life and faith. Speaking of the greenhouse, there is a lot growing in there right now. The kids have planted flowers. The older girls are growing a few things for 4-H. It is beginning to look like spring. Every time I go out I am reminded of how we are to plant, but God makes things grow. Oh, how true! This spring Heaven has learned to ride a two wheel bike with no training wheels. She is still working on the details of turning and stopping, but can go well. Grace is full of excitement and always looking for the fun in life. She is excited for summer ball to
start. Titus is also excited for ball and for his two meat goats for 4-H that he is purchasing. He has been a huge helper with the chicks, and I think he will do well with his goats. Hunter is loving being outside. He likes to ride bikes and play in the sand box. Ezra just loves to be at home with everyone. Nothing makes his day more then to know we will all be here with him to play. Luke is crawling after everyone trying to get picked up or searching for any scraps of food that the other kids drop. He is growing too quickly. Another kid that is growing too quickly is Mercy. She is finishing up her sophomore year, and was recently elected to an office in three clubs. That along with praise band, campus bowl, church, and studies is keeping her on her toes. She is almost ready to try for her license. It seems like yesterday she was the one ready for summer ball and riding bikes. Sierra is getting the final details ready for her junior prom. She is very excited. She found the dress she had wanted, purple, poofy, and with a little bling. She is enjoying her culinary arts classes, and hopes to continue on in food service after high school. Spring is…fun, full, busy, beautiful, blooming, soggy, muddy, amazing. All these words sum up the last few weeks in our house. As the weather has turned warmer we are outside quite a bit. With so many little ones running around it has been nice to be able for them to run outside. The older girls are doing some running as well, to and from school events, and in the morning to help work on a healthier life style. Kirk is staying busy getting
ready for summer work groups that will be here before we know it. I am just trying to get the kids clothes changed over before they outgrow the summer clothes I have for them. Plus keep all the activities straight. Most days are full, but we are blessed. Much of that blessing has to do with your generosity, love, and prayers. We are so grateful for your support, because without it we would not be able to minister so fully to the kids the Lord brings to our/your home. n Blessing, The Moores
LEDBETTERS’ LETTERS
“We welcome Mary back” She asked dad if there was any wood we could cut and split.
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e want to open with a big thank you for all of our extended family, the ones who pray, call us to encourage us and those who give of time and money to support the ministry of Shiloh. God has been very good to us and often we fail to realize how much He loves us. Christmas is over but the spirit of Christmas never leaves when you believe in the birth of a loving Savior who was born of a virgin and died for our sins and rose from the grave three days later! We are thankful for all of the wonderful gifts to our home from churches and individuals. It seems that the cold temps and snows are gone and spring is now here. The grass is getting greener Peggy & Wayne Ledbetter each day and the trees are starting to bud. Soon we will be planting a garden, watching the flowers grow and looking forward to summer and the many loving people that come to lend us a hand during our work groups. Many come back and become a part of our extended family. We have even been blessed to be able to stop in and see a few of them on some of our trips home to Indiana. It is a blessing to walk into a church for the first or second time and be greeted by name by over twenty people! It is like a homecoming…..
just think of that day when we will be called home to be with Jesus and will be welcomed home to our Heavenly home! Like the song says, “O glorious day!” We recently welcomed Mary back to our home. It amazes us how much she remembers about her time here at Shiloh, not just about other children, but the little things about our home...the meals, the routines, the ranch life. She asked Dad the other day if there was any wood that we could cut up and split as she was wanting to work outside. She is enjoying getting back into the routine of school which is very different from a large city public school. Shiloh Christian School allows students to work at their own pace in a quiet but loving environment. Wayne has been tearing out the carpet on the boys’ side of the house and repainting the bedrooms as we prepare to get new carpet in that area of our home. Things like new carpet would not be a possibility without donors like you. We were also blessed to get a newer minivan this past winter. What a blessing to be able to have the needed items that are available thanks to all of our loving supporters! I (Peggy) lost a nephew unexpectedly in early January. We know our life is but a vapor but we are again reminded of that when a loved one dies, especially the younger ones that were not expected to die so early. It makes us reflect on our life. What have we done for Christ? Are we praying and reading God’s Word like He wants us to? These are questions that Wayne and I ask ourselves each day. Many times the Bible talks about our words. Are we using words to build up our Christian brothers and sisters? Are they bringing people to Christ? Like the old hymn says, “What will you do with Jesus? Neutral you cannot be: someday your heart will be asking, ‘What will He do with me?’” We are again focusing on health. As a diabetic, I found my A1C level higher in early February than it’s been since knowing I was diabetic in the last three years. I read statistics that talk about one out of three children born after the year 2000 have a chance of becoming diabetic. That is alarming! We are not only focusing on the inward man by reading God’s Word, praying and doing daily devotions but are teaching our children to focus on the outside by making healthier choices and getting outside and getting active! If you drive by our Kahoka Shiloh site these days, you may see some of us walking or even doing a little jogging or running! (Well, if you see someone running, it will more than likely be one of the kids!) Again, thank you for helping us make a difference in children’s lives. n By His grace, The Ledbetters Wayne, Peggy and Mary Page 5
PENFIELD PROGRESS
Dorcas has completed her first year of College She mentors at Head Start and is studying social work.
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ure did seem like it was a L-O-N-G winter! Know in actuality it was the same amount of time as every year, but sometimes those freezing temperatures, when it’s too cold to let the kids be outside long, add more days to the calendar! The boys have LOVED the warmer temperatures and have pretty much lived on their bikes! Well, they are actually like the mailman….no rain nor snow will usually keep them from riding their bikes! Probably why they literally ride them till they fall apart but you couldn’t find bigger smiles than when they’re riding. The cold days did find us doing a lot of puzzles, reading, and card games in our free time with the kids. Martin has fallen in love with “chapter books” and loves to pour into a new one during quiet time or van rides. The girls also love to curl up with a good book so we have even gone back to weekly library trips at our school to keep up. We love teaching them to find entertainment in what some may call “old fashioned” things that don’t depend on batteries or wifi. Trenton has definitely improved his ping pong skills and now enjoys shooting hoops with Dad P. It’s such a joy seeing them improve their coordination and grow up. And growing up he is! He’s at the stage where every time we find jeans that fit, he sprouts up again! He loves listening to Christian music, especially Matthew West and other artists from our local Christian station. I love when he puts in his earphones and sings along, forgetting that his voice may be louder than the music and everyone around hears him. Think both Page 6
Beth & Ken Penfield boys have talked about one day being on “The Voice” or “American Idol” singing Christian music and each time I tell them we will be right there cheering them on. Jordyn is our newest – a 13 year old girl who has fit in our family well. She was a little intimidated with the chickens her first time doing chicken duty but says now that she is the “alpha chicken” and doesn’t let them scare her. When she arrived, she said she was a picky eater and only ate particular things. That has changed and she has learned to stretch her horizons. Jordyn did crack me up when she said I cooked weird (made homemade lemonade from lemon juice for them…she said I was supposed to use the powder stuff!). Ashley turned 14 in November and has been doing well in school this year. While some curriculum has been a little more challenging for her, it has pushed her to do beyond what she thought she could. She is always full of energy and laughter…well, maybe not when it’s time to do some cleaning! She loves sing-
ing and can usually be heard every night at shower time! Haylee is 16 with beautiful long brown hair. She loves being around kids and making them laugh. This past Sunday a cute toddler joined our pew and kept Haylee entertained making faces… well, actually it was a mutual activity! Not sure the sermon hit home that day but do know she made a new friend when the little girl rushed over after church to give her a big hug! At 17, Maddie is the oldest this year. She loves to run...something I wish would rub off on me! She will tell you she doesn’t like kids but on Wednesday nights, her enthusiasm sure does rub off on kids as she does the actions to the songs at Kidz Rock! She is very anxious to go to her first prom this month..says she feels like Cinderella when she gets all dressed up! Dorcas has almost completed her first year of college and has been quite a busy girl. After morning classes, she mentors at Head Start then heads to work most days. She is studying social work and plans to return to SCC in Burlington again this fall.
By the time you read this, we should have a new grandbaby... Aaron took a semester off but returned to college this semester at John Wood and still works pretty much full-time at Pizza Hut as cook/driver/night manager…. pretty much wherever needed. He’s really enjoying his coaching class this semester but still thinks he is more than ready to start camp season again at Lamoine
Christian Service Camp. By the time you read this, we should have a new grandbaby…Leah’s third child. Love how all our kids adopt our grandchildren as their own niece/nephew and to see how excited they are for this little one to arrive as well! In our book, you can never have too many aunts or uncles!!!! As spring is bringing new tulip blooms and life to our flower bed, we are anxious to see new life in our children through the seeds you all help plant! Thank you for all you do for our families to make that happen! Enjoy the season! n In His service, Ken & Beth & kids
BETHEL BUNCH
Justin will attend a Christian College to study preaching “One of our children from the past called and now understands what we tried to teach her years ago”
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ow can it really be spring? Time is going by so fast. We can tell that spring is in the air just because of so many smiling faces. It is amazing to me, once we begin to see the sun and feel its warmth after a long winter, how it impacts our frame of mind. We see it in ourselves, the kids and even people on the streets. Resurrection Sunday is almost here!!! Our Lord is risen! Because He lives, we can face today and tomorrow. Amen and Amen! Before He arose, He went to the cross. Christ took my sins, our sins upon himself, so we might be forgiven. I’m a sinner, saved by undeserved amazing grace. I recently shared with a young person not to follow me, but to follow Christ. With Christ as your example and you live the way He lived and do His will, you will please Him. In turn you will than please others. We have shared with our kids that we, as adults, parents and friends, will all fail you. The only one that will not fail us is our Heavenly Father. This is so very hard for them to grasp. It is not hard for them to grasp that people will fail them. That idea is not hard because they have experienced that more often than not in their young lives. It is hard for them to grasp the reason why we should seek to please Him and why He even loves us. So that is
why we share the message of His love and grace. He loved us so much that He died in our places, so that we might live. He loves us and desires our hearts to be in relationship with Him. Our hope is that we can live this and it be reflected in our lives each and every day. As parents it is hard to believe that we actually have a senior in high school, much less that his senior year is almost over. Justin will be graduating on Sunday, May 17th from Clark County High School. We know that there are many of you that have been a part of his life and ours, from different times in his life, from various churches, work groups and such. We would love you to share in celebrating his accomplishments on Saturday, May 16th from 1-4 pm. Justin plans on attending Lincoln Christian University to study Psychology and Preaching. As the seasons come and go, day by day we often wonder are we making a difference in the lives of our kids. As we look at the day to day situations with them, it becomes discouraging at times. However, when we reflect and see the differences in them from when they first came to us we can see the positive changes. We recently got a call from one of our past kiddos. She admitted she understands now what we were trying to teach her back then. She also shared that she still had things she needed to work on. She now has a child of her own and wants things to be different for her child. Praise the Lord, that she desires change Joy & Jon Bethel still in herself and for her child! So we need to hold onto the hope that we find in Jesus and that He is working in each of our kid’s hearts. Also, that He continues to work in my heart, our hearts. I’m so thankful that He is not done with me. We thank God for each of you and for all your love and support. We ask that you continue to remember us and our kids in your prayers. That we never forget that we serve a risen Savior and the love He has for us. God bless you. n In Christ’s love, The Bethel Bunch
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Shiloh Snapshots
Kirk is leading devotion time with little one’s intently listening. Matthew 19:14 Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of Heaven belongs to such as these.
Penfield family enjoy a nice night out bowling.
Ken is leading an object lesson on sin and how it overtakes us, yet God repels sin from us. He used an illustration with pepper, water, and dish detergent.
Kahoka Home E.C. class made a delicious meal of chicken and noodle soup and peanut butter sheet cake with peanut butter icing. Page 8
Shiloh youth enjoying a game of Hungry Hungry Hippo during Wednesday night youth group at Shelbina First Christian Church.
March for Life was held at our Nation’s Capital in Washington, D.C. this year. Kevin and Denice Blew along with Shiloh children walked in memory of those lives lost.
Penfield Family is using a cold winter P.E. day to warm up a game of Minute to Win It.
Shawn and Nova are helping carry wood during a work day out with volunteers from Campus House.
Shiloh kids enjoying Winter Jam. Winter Jam was held in Kansas City Missouri-an incredible evening of live concerts by the top artist in Christian music, plus worship and ministry. A fun time was had by all.
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Blanchard family makes it back home to celebrate Easter!
Ashley’s team placed first in their division!
Justin earns highest state award with FFA.
Shiloh’s children are both good citizens and models for other students. These two Shiloh kids recently gave blood at the local high school’s Red Cross Bloodmobile!
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ACTIVITIES
Brittany Robinson placed 3rd in job interview for FBLA District 3 Leadership Conference held on Feburary 12 in Kirksville. Congratulations Brittany!
Learning to care for God’s World!
Shiloh girls helping prepare fundraising meal.
Don Harris, “Grampa” to Shiloh’s Kahoka site children, he is 86 years old.
Took our ladies from Shiloh Christian School to hear Kris Hall speak during the Liberty First 2015 Tour. They were challenged to learn more about the Constitution and to stand up for the gift of liberty. Very enlightening! Mercy, back row, second from left is on this year’s SSHS Scholar Bowl Team. Congratulations on all your hard work.
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FROM SHILOH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
“We’ve restarted visits to Horizons soup kitchen in Quincy and volunteer there” We love teaching our students to serve.
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t’s been a busy semester at our school! While 2015 started off with bitter cold temperatures and a few days too cold to have our teachers venture out, we are now back on track with only a few weeks of the school year left…when did that happen?! All of our families attended the Missouri Christian Convention in March. Our boys loved their classes and wanted it to go on several more days! The girls enjoyed meeting kids from Christian colleges and hearing them ask about their future plans. We’ve had a lot of fun projects in our mastery class where our students learn how to master a variety of activities…everything from science experiments to art class to seasonal crafts to beginner Spanish and more. We had guest teachers as Wendy, from the local Missouri Extension office taught us about health/nutrition. Mrs. Ledbetter led several classes on recycling and took them on a trip to the local recycling plant. We made a terrarium that resembles Jesus’ empty tomb…..took winter pictures of cool ice or snow scenes around the school….and more! One field trip Mrs. Brookhart and I took the junior high/high school girls to hear Krisanne Hall during her Liberty tour 2015. She travels around the nation teaching what the Constitution really says about freedom and how our founding fathers felt about God in our nation. It was a very enlightening speech and inspired the girls to learn more about history. We were able to restart our visits to Horizons soup kitchen in Quincy and volunteer there now each month. We love teaching our students how to serve and are always amazed at how God touches as even more than those we may touch. A kind gentleman observed our t-shirts (“walkin’ the walk!” and the name of our school)….and without knowing it, he paid our lunch bill that day. His kind gesture touched our staff and students but also sent message you never know who is watching or message you are sending by what you do. We finish up the year with Stanford tests, raising baby chicks from eggs in our incubator, and a few extra special activities. It’s been another great year and we are so appreciative of our school, our teachers, and you….our supporters! We hope you understand the difference it makes in our students’ future! In His service, Ken & Beth Shiloh Christian School Administrators
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supporters comment... “Wished we could do more. Thank you for what you are doing for these kiddos. We enjoy reading your newsletter. May God richly bless your service to him.” - K.S. “I am certain there isn’t anything that grieves our Lord more than a hurting child. Thanks for being a part of the answer!” - D.H. “ We praise the Lord for all the children. The least we can do is to help with finances. We thank all of you for your compassion for the children.” -R.W.
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BLEW CREW
Shiloh alums from years ago, the Blanchard children visited on Resurrection weekend Jordan will be graduating in May with the degrees!
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ear Friends, “He Is Risen!” Back on Resurrection Sunday we proclaimed that. It occurred to me on that glorious morning that he is just as Risen the next Sunday, every Sunday, every other Day. I asked myself, Denice & Kevin Blew “Will I commit to that truth with such joy and passion tomorrow, even 24 hours later?” If not, how am I so much better than the cheering crowds at his Palm Sunday Parade, the soon jeering, sneering “Crucify Him” mob, or the cowering, fearing Disciples? To my credit, I generally love Easter season even more than Christmas. In the spiritual world, it rivals Independence Day, which is my favorite patriotic holiday. As a believer in Christ, the Passion Week and Empty Tomb eclipses the Fourth of July, because it sets me truly free for literally forever. Suddenly, I’m pondering pyrotechnics in our Easter services next year… This Resurrection Sunday, we led off with a great blend of dynamic older and newer music, followed by a powerful, emotional drama called, “Have You Seen My Son?” Five women portrayed mothers urgently searching for their beloved sons at the time of the Crucifixion. Karen Tuley was the mother of 10 year old John Mark and Denice was Judas’ mom. Also featured were the mothers of James and John, Barabbas, and Jesus. The impact was tremendous! It was a special reunion weekend as we had all four of the “Blanchard Kids,” fully grown, with their own kids, and back for the first time in ages. What a joy to have them all here for church, meals, and laughter! Shane and Michelle and the girls also made it over from Quincy, and Jordan was back from her final semester at Missouri Western. By the way, Jordan will be graduating in May with degrees in Communications, Business and Spanish. The journey of life continues and it will be exciting to see where the road leads.
Nova will also graduate in May from South Shelby High School. From there, she might be heading on a mission trip for a few months and possibly service in the Army. Pray for her and us as this delightful young lady makes decisions about her future. While her future may be a bit uncertain, her recent past is quite clear. Spring brings more than Easter and diplomas. Grass emerges in emerald splendor. Tulips, daffodils, and jonquils poke through the soil looking for sunlight. Trees, once barren, now show forth small buds and eventually become lush leaves. You can get so busy with the daily routines that you routinely miss the day. So, as we leave early on a Saturday for Ashley’s Bible Bowl meet, we admire the tangerine skies of sunrise. When we’re heading down the road for one of Sean and Brittney’s track meets, we try to appreciate how much greener the roadsides have become since even the day before. Those green pastures along the roads especially grab the attention of an FFA Chapter Degree holder like Jeremiah. He anticipates a time when the cows will be able to graze without extra hay being carried to them. Some of the most resplendent array arrives in spring in the form of Junior/Senior Prom. We had four this year: Jade, Brittney, Nova and Sean and they each looked fabulous! It is amazing to see them in formal attire compared to the casual appearance that so often accompanies school aged teens. We have a full house of girls with the arrival of Makena, age 15, back in late January. Sean and Jeremiah have room for a few new guys on their end of the house. We are also thrilled to be welcoming our new neighbors, Todd and Misty Kolars and their kids. Please join us in wrapping them in the sunlight of your prayers as they start this ministry adventure. They’ve arrived in the slightly less chaotic part of the year, so this gives them a chance to acclimate before the blessed summer frenzy. We are so grateful for your prayers and support throughout the year and throughout the years. None of this happens without the sustaining power of Christ’s Spirit applied through the faithfulness of His people. n Cherish the Day, The Blew Crew Page 13
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In Loving Memory
Janet Crandall Bonnie Steele Jim & Susan Holsapple Warren & Charlyne Wilt John & Judy Polson Earl & Mary Brown Tommy & Lola Mae Barclay David & Shirley Schmidt Dinkheller, Mary William Dinkheller Dodd, Gene L. C. & Margaret Turner & Kim Dorsheimer, Lois Dennis Dorsheimer Janis Kunze Daryl Dorsheimer Dotson, William Robert & Sue Freedom Bible Church Drebenstedt, Jim Robert & Karen Tuley Drebenstedt, Pat Robert & Karen Tuley Edwards, Eleanor “Bea” Lavon & Dawn Moore Emo, Dorothy Al & Grace Wortman Wayne & Juanita Lynn Fagen, Charlotte Kirk & Rhonda Eggleston John & Lea Ann Mercer Dr. and Mrs. Carl Stem Francis, Shirley Pam Holt Susie Hutchings Franke, Anna Belle Larry & Beth Primm The Jim Lincoln Family Carol Schofield Jeanette Foreman & Family Graber, Ben Mike & Ruth Smith Greenly, Hortense Mr. & Mrs. Gilvie Franke Hapke, Ralph Jay & Marge Craig Harrington, Jagger Watts Larry & Edith Fletcher Atlanta Christian Church Lavon & Dawn Moore Larry & Shara Thrasher & Sons Basil & Marsha Hammons Herndon, Faye Larry Joseph Johnston Connie Anthony Dr. Jeff Snodgrass Hoffer, Lee Neva Jack & Elsie Baker Jones Ron & Mary Joanne Harris
Leon Obert Tom & Nancy Friye Mark & Cheryl Dickerson First Bankers Trust Services James, Arlene Sharon Utz Jay & Marge Craig Kemp, Bob Glenn & Joie Mitts Kesner, Ron Donna & Steve Bowdish Kilgore, Flip Fay Shearer Killen, Grace L. C. & Margaret Turner & Kim Killen, Grace Mr. & Mrs. Gilvie Franke Lake, Rev Steve & Lorraine Freedom Bible Church Lasswell, Odema Ruth Larry & Shara Thrasher Blaine & Kim Moore Crystal Baker & Boys Lavon & Dawn Moore Maddy, Neva Ernest & Norma Esry Martin, Gregg Jay & Marge Craig McConnell, Robert L. L. C. & Margaret Turner & Kim McWilliams, Ronnie Sharon Utz Meredith, Gee Annette Walton Meservey, Helen Mark Gladbach Mark & Marlene Lummis Guy & Marilyn Seckman Gene Knapp’s Garage Stanley & Ruth Ann Ebersold Bill & Grace Smith Robert & Patricia Smith Dennis & Rebecca McDonald Charlotte Gunter Eric & Rochelle Woodard Janice Meservey Marian Campbell Patchwork Investments Max Oyler David & Linda Gillilan Mrs. J. W. Kilburn John & Mary Sue McCullough Leah Dunkin Harold & Sandra Bullard William & June Dockery, Sr Wallace & Jacky Mack Miller, Bob
LIVING MEMORIALS
A LASTI NG T R I B UT E T O Y OUR L OVE D ONE S OR FR I E ND S To make a LIVING MEMORIAL GIFT in honor of a friend or loved one contact:
Shiloh Christian Children’s Ranch LIVING MEMORIALS • Shelbina, Missouri 63468 Rush Line - (573) 588-2191 Each gift will be promptly acknowledged. The amount of gift is never disclosed.
David & Phyllis Doctorian Larry & Beth Primm Michael & Candice Mueller Alan & Nancy Dixson Martha Marie Huse Jerry & Pat Shultz Charla Page Mr. & Mrs. Gilvie Franke Plevna Christian Church Miller, Dixie Elsie Happel Robert & Linda Gaines William & Ramona Boren Paul & Betty White Colleen Anderson Jack & Sherry Glover E. L. & Marilyn Prange Kenneth & Barbara Rainey Jared & Amber Summers Church of Christ, Quincy, IL Morris, Ralph Roberta Gates Nisly, Becky Mike & Ruth Smith O’Laughlin, Madeline Gene & Pat Hatcher Perry, Bob Dawn Stelle Buck Helen McDuffee Margy Harris Gene & Pat Hatcher Jay & Marge Craig Jerry & Judy Haydon M. G. & Nyla Conrad Randy & Cheresa Stelle Tandy & Sharla Hawkins Nona Keith Troyer Jack & Sherry Glover Jeff & Lou Ann Werr Don & Linda Vanover Phil & Theresa Marley Juna Wilt Gary & Mary Kay Prange Jerry & Rachel Brown Steve, Ken, Rick & Troy Disselhorst Jesse & Diana Schwanke Benjamin & Nancy Coleman Robert & Linda Gaines Mr. & Mrs. David Stewart Mike & Stacy Geisendorfer Chad & Colleen Abbott Bob & Virginia Lister Kathleen Perry Michael & Christa Jackson Perry, Edna Mae Jay & Marge Craig Earl & Susan Gard Dorothy & Jim Hunt Becky Billings Glen & Charlotte Little Curtis Robbins Tammie & Brian Kleemeyer Beverly Robertson Charles Hoehne Billy & Susan Coons Fred & Karen Meyers Dallas & Mary Elliott Dennis & Donna Graupman Dwayne & Ellen Goodwin Marion & Bonnie Slates Jack & Donna Thornburg Jim & Audrey Dent
In Loving Memory Carl & Loretta Redmon Mark & Jane Vollrath David & Nancy Gottman Roger & Marilyn Sublette Bill & Jeanette Pope Perry & Lenore McElwee Loren & Melba Wickert Sydenstricker Farm & Lawn Darrell & Shirley Comstock James & Sandra Lake Raymond & Doris Vollrath Ronald & Karen Gleckler Larry & Sarah Edmunds Don & Cathy Vance Karl & Sandra McElwee Clint & Linda Reeves Kurt & Lora Hillman Poor, Elizabeth Mr. & Mrs. Gilvie Franke Prange, Helen Jay & Marge Craig Rennolds, Donna Ernest & Norma Esry Rev. Seth Wheeler’s grandmother Vincil Lou & Janet Kaylor Ricker, Freddie, Sr. L. C. & Margaret Turner & Kim Rhoades Ridgeway, Barbara Jay & Marge Craig Ring, Bill Carl & Wanda Kurtz Robbins, Nadine Gayle Liebig Robert Lee Roy Jay & Marge Craig Roberts, Sixty Sharon Utz Rowland, Virginia
Karen Yates Barbara Butler Jay Butler Dr. David Kress James & Judy Anderson Mary Hanson Elaine Street Michael & Priscilla Fox Ronald Ellwing Lois Victoria Lorraine Modrcin Jerilyn Powers Steven & Mary Rose Zoller Dorothea Buller Diane Siko Melissa Cordes Mary Elaine Meyers Eileen Breen Juanita Cox Barbara Seier Anthony & Katherine Palmisano Tamika Cherry Allstate Insurance, Charlotte Express Office Mr. & Mrs. Scott Erdmann D. M. Stockdale Jan & Frank Berardi Anita & Rick Cohen Brian & Jo Ann Moore Dave St. Claire David & Marilyn Seiler Lois Simek Simmons, Barbara L. C. & Margaret Turner & Kim Lyle & Anna Louise Van Houten & Family Plevna Christian Church Smith, Emma Belle Ernest & Norma Esry John & Mary Werr
Faye Boyles Robert & Linda Gaines E. L. & Marilyn Prange Becky Novinger Stevens, Tom Robert & Karen Tuley Stroppel, John L. C. & Margaret Turner & Kim Rhoades Teufel, David Jay & Marge Craig Vivrett, Scot Bill & Jeanie Vivrett Wagner, Damien Norbert & Sandy Frankenbach Ward, Wayne Tara Byrd Marilyn Chamberlain Janet & Delbert Scranton John & Donna Kearns Robert & Sharon Pratt Gena Hoaglin Robert & Velynna Spangler Stewart & Rhonda Cunningham George Claus Ona Day Johnston Gale & Marilyn Pool Robert & Bonna McKee Mark & Melissa Still
Herschel & Carol Carter Earl & Sharon Loyd Brent & Margaret Roe Donald & Dianna Foster William & Jane West Kathy & Brad Willman Sherry & Morris Ottwell Phil & Linda Bradshaw Ron & Estelene Hayden Pittsfield Class of 1950 Wayne & Judy Dunham Scott & Lois Payne Rob & Angie Ottwell Mary Lea Prentice Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Lovegreen Joan & Russell Renoud Barb, David, Ken, Chad & Melissa Mason Mike & Jane Woolfington Louise Baker Jay & Marge Craig Wood, Lois Jay & Marge Craig Wortman, Norman Jan Wortman Al & Grace Wortman Yuhasz, Steve Carl & Wanda Kurtz & Family
Honors Peggy Bacon’s 65th birthday................................................. Rodney Bacon Anson Fancher’s birthday.......................................... Roy & Donna Fancher Roy & Donna Fancher...........................................Jesse & Rebecca Fancher Kelly Wilson Family...................................................... James & Audrey Dent Lewin Davis’s 70th birthday....................................Crayton & Jan Achelpohl
Honor Roll South Shelby Middle School Principal’s Honor Roll: Titus Regular Honor Roll: Makenna
South Shelby High School Principal’s Honor Roll: Mercy Regular Honor Roll: Brittney
Tri-County Christian School Heaven and Titus
Shiloh Christian School 3rd quarter: Martin - A Honor Roll Trenton – B Honor Roll
Clark County High School Justin and Jared
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TIM’S TAKE
She saw love from her homeparents Shiloh donors played a role.
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esterday I received something special in the mail. It’s an invitation to a wedding. You may wonder what’s so special about that. People plan a wedding ceremony and invite guests all the time. But I think you’ll agree this one’s special for good reason. Shiloh donors played a vital role in it. I’ll even go so far as to say, people like you are making it possible. The groomto-be is Jonathan Platt. He never lived at Shiloh. He never needed to. He comes from a loving home led by Godly parents. But his mom is a Godly woman because carTim Craig ing Shiloh donors gave her a caring home when she desperately needed one. In the first 16 years of her life she endured abuse and heartache. But because of heroes called Shiloh donors she discovered a new hope at Shiloh.
Shiloh’s caring donors gave Tonia this opportunity to sit on the 50 yard line of a good marriage. She saw love from her homeparents. They cooked her nutritious meals. Listened to her sad story. Urged her to receive God’s grace. But Tonia also saw the love that her homefather and homemother share with one another. A sacrificial love of giving and serving each other. To a young lady who watched her mom and dad enter and exit marriage about 17 times, a stable marriage like her homeparents’ meant something significant. Although she lived at Shiloh no longer than two years, the commitment Kevin and Denice made to each other won out over the poor example her birth parents set for her. Shiloh’s caring donors gave Tonia this opporPage 16
tunity to sit on the 50 yard line of a good marriage. She learned how to care for someone like God would have her to. This golden lesson wasn’t lost on Tonia. This year she’s enjoying her and her husband’s 18th year of marriage. A marriage that has produced three Christian children.
This world’s a better place because you help hurting children discover God’s love. In a few days she gets to see her oldest take the hand of his bride and promise his complete devotion to her. Your gifts to Shiloh matter. Because you give, children get to hear the Good News of Jesus Christ. They get to learn how to make a contribution to people around them by working hard at a job. They get to see love between a husband and wife. This world’s a better place because you help hurting children discover God’s love. A good work-ethic. And a loving home. n
Planned Giving As the year draws to a close, it is an ideal time to make special gifts to your favorite charities. Making these gifts could result in significant tax savings next April. For instance a gift of appreciated stock directly to a charity, results in a tax deduction for the donor for the full value of the stock and the donor is not liable for tax on the capital gain being given to the charity. Other ways to remember your favorite charity could be by Will, IRA account, Insurance policy, etc. Take advantage of your giving options by discussing your financial plans with your advisors.
MARK MY WORDS
“We show them there is a loving God who loves them” We are blessed with supporters.
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he church small group that I lead is studying Mark Batterson’s All-In: You Are One Decision from a Totally Different Life. The premise of the study is to make the decision to go “all-in” and decide to give God your all for Him. Batterson shares that so many times we stand on the sideline and wish to be in the game, but hesitate to step on the playing field of a fully devoted Christian life. Batterson’s desire is Mark Adkison for each of us to become a committed participant instead of a spectator in our Christian daily walk. The decision to do so is one that is life changing and so impactful for Christ. At Shiloh, that decision has been made. Shiloh is blessed with staff members, homeparents, and counselors who have decided to go “all-in” for our children, each other, and the ministry. We are equally blessed with supporters, donors, and prayer warriors that prove each day that they are “allin” for the mission and vision of our ministry. This support and faithfulness is so important as we serve and exemplify Christ’s example for our children. Unfortunately, our children do not have the same desire to go “all-in.” For the majority, our children have never had anyone go “all-in” for them. The concept of completely trusting and giving their life to something or someone is not an easy concept. But our Shiloh family wants to change that perspective of each child we are entrusted with. We strive to show them that there is a loving God Who loves them so much that His Son, Jesus went “all-in” for each one of them and wants to love them the same way, “all-in.” I want to thank you for your willingness to go “all-in” for our Shiloh children! Thank you for your hours of prayer, your gifts and resources you share, and your time that you give the children you come into contact each day. You see, if more would go “all-in” for Christ, we could have more working to break the terrible cycle of abuse, neglect, and at-risk situations that children face each day. If you want know more ways to go “all-in” for Shiloh, please do not hesitate to call our office and I would love to speak with you on how you can do so. Go “all-in” for God and for a child today! n In Christ’s love, Mark
FROM ME TO YOU
Good News and Bad News You are part of The Shiloh Family.
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preaching minister is standing in the pulpit and tells the congregation, “I have bad news, good news, and bad news.” Following his words, he hears a groan from his Jay Craig audience. The bad news is There is a hole in the church roof and it’s going to cost plenty to repair it.” The people in the pews groan again. “The good news is”, the preacher says, “we have plenty of money to repair the hole.” The preacher hears a resounding “Amen” from the people. “Then,” says one of the church deacons, “what could be the other bad news, preacher?” “Ok,” says the minister, “The bad news is the money is still in your pockets.” Funny. This one has been around a while, but is still good for a laugh and for a thought. When you think about it, the cute story actually ends in good news, because the church people all know where the money is and where it must come from, and because the people are members and have a sense of involvement and ownership for their church building. Because of those reasons, they will surely chip in to repair the roof. As a church depends on its members to repair a roof, so the Shiloh children depend on you and me to help “repair” damage done to them and their families. Often playing in the back of my mind is that verse in the book of James that tells us we are to provide for orphans and widows. Thank you for helping our homeparents carry out that mission here at Shiloh. You are part of the Shiloh family, and are helping save the souls and lives of children. n Yours for Christ’s kids, Jay Page 17
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How probate can burden your family and Shiloh
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ost of us prefer not to talk about death. But we know God has numbered our days and as Christians we look forward to Heaven. As Paul proclaimed in Philippians 1:21, “To live is Christ, and to die is Gain!” Only Enoch and Elijah are recorded in the Bible to not experience physical death and were taken directly to heaven. When we die, our stuff remains. Property, homes, cars, boats, trailers, investments, and banking accounts simply don’t automatically retitle themselves; it needs to be done legally. Unfortunately 70% of us don’t plan for this and our stuff (estate) passes through the probate court to our heirs. Sounds simple and logical, but not a pleasant pro- Philip Marley cess and can cause the following outcomes:
• Your estate will lose 8-10% of its value with attorney’s fees and court costs • Your heirs will endure the process 9 months to 2 years in most circumstances • The inheritance will be withheld from your heirs and kept in an estate account till the estate is closed • Your “interested” neighbors and others will
have access to what you owned and where it eventually went since probate is publically recorded • If you had minor children, the court will decide the guardianship of your children
You have the opportunity to avoid the “Pitfalls of Probate” by creating a Living Trust, which if properly prepared, will avoid the need for probate. Shiloh partners with Philip Marley, Estate Consultant with Financial Planning Ministry. This ministry has over 16,000 member families who have established their living trusts. Not only do they help individuals to be the best steward to their families, but also to the ministries they have passion for. Through Financial Planning Ministry, over $700 million in gift designations have been made to Christian Ministries including Shiloh Christian Children’s Ranch. Contact Jay or Tim to schedule an estate planning presentation at your church. Shiloh offers this as a service. Families utilizing FPM have no cost, no sales pitches, and the peace of mind that their estate plan is prepared which protects their heirs and ministry. n Find out more about Living Trusts at FPM.Org
