February 2021 Newsletter

Peninsula Rescue Mission

Without You Mike Would Be Homeless For Weeks At A Time

Mike (alternate pictures used for privacy) is a familiar face around PRM. Over the last couple of years we have seen him check in and out on numerous occasions. Mike is a quiet man, very polite on his visits, and a faithful worker who seemed to lack stability when it came to housing. Once, we even asked if he would be interested in serving in the houseman position to offer him consistency in this area of his life. Mike declined.

However, on his most recent stay this past December, Mike was up against a new challenge. Declining sales as a result of COVID left the restaurant Mike worked for with no option other than to let him go. Without any income, his time quickly ran out at the hotel where he was staying, and he was back at PRM.

“I knew PRM was run by Christians and that the staff would be nice,” Mike shared. “It's a place that helps you get back on your feet and towards that goal of being self-sufficient.” After learning of his current situation, we extended Mike an invite to consider our Overcomers Program. He decided to give it a try and immediately went to work in our thrift store.

When we asked how PRM has helped him, Mike said, “If PRM didn't exist I would be homeless for weeks at a time. Also, I've been studying the Bible for many years on my own, but when I come here, I get insights into things I didn't think about in various passages, and especially about Christ.”

Mike wanted you to know that your gifts are truly helping. “I really appreciate your giving. Without it, I wouldn't have a place to stay. I've met other guys here that also have nowhere to stay when they leave, and it's difficult to watch.”

What's next for Mike? “I hope to get a job and some stability - to stay somewhere a long time without having to move again. I've met some nice guys here who want me to have a better life for myself than I'd been having.”

YOUR faithful support is what helps Mike and others like him take steps towards “getting back on their feet.”

“I knew PRM was run by Christians and that the staff would be nice,” Mike shared. “It's a place that helps you get back on your feet and towards that goal of being self-sufficient.”

Click here to help more men like Mike.

Mission Needs

You can still help provide the gift of warmth by sending in cold gear – winter coats, gloves, hand-warmers, etc.

Also, each man that checks-in is given a set of white undershirts. Therefore, we are always in need of these in sizes M-3XL!

Men's Undershirts

*Make things simple by ordering online and shipping to 3700 Huntington Ave. Newport News, VA 23607!

Did you know your Amazon purchases can also help raise more funds for those in need? Amazon will donate 0.5% of eligible purchases to PRM. Here's how you can get involved:

1. From a desktop/laptop visit smile.amazon.com

2. Sign in with your credentials

3. Search & select Peninsula Rescue Mission as your charity

4. If you shop from your computer you are all set!

If you use the shopping app continue below:

5. Be sure your AmazonShoppingApp is running the latest version

6. Open your app and go to “Settings” (☰)

7. Tap “Amazon Smile”

8. Complete instructions to turn on in the app

*Feel free to contact Paul if you need any help – paul@prm.info.

A Note From Alan

GOD CARES ABOUT THE SHAVING CREAM

All of us at PRM realize how blessed we are to serve in a ministry where the needs of hurting people are daily met. But we are also blessed to watch PRM's needs be met as well. We stand in awe that God consistently stirs the hearts of our community to provide what's necessary… and His timing is often remarkable!

One of our Christmas projects is assembling gift bags for our residents. This year, because of your help, we were able to bless each resident with a brand new backpack filled with various gift items. Faith and Emily (a sweet “home-from-college” volunteer) shared at lunchtime that all the bags were complete - except that 5 bags were missing shaving cream. Within 10 minutes a donor came to the front door to drop off hygiene items for our men. And, as is so often the case, they contained exactly what was missing — shaving cream! We were aware of the need for about 10 minutes before God met that need!

We have seen this over and over at PRM. What an amazing God we have that cares about the small details of our lives! And what a generous family of supporters YOU are… remaining sensitive to the Lord's leading to allow us not only to meet needs, but also to share with our men the news of a great God that cares about every detail of their lives!

In Memory - Given by

Lloyd, Gina, & Ricky - Joyce Wiggins

Donald Blackwell - Constance Blackwell

Michael Burkholder - Helen Earehart

Michael Burkholder - David Roane

Doma Chappell - John Chappell

Richard Clarke - Lora Clarke

Doug Connell - Arlene Connell

Shelia Cooksey - Carolyn Pinckard

Michelle Dailey - Dennis & Jennifer Keyes

Steve Dalhaus - George & Winnie Silk

Buzz Davidson - Tommy & Betty Joy

David C. Davis - Sully & Floye Donadio

Dick Douglas - Lelia Douglas

Delma Erdman - Neal & Patty Motley

Bob Faison Shirley - Faison

LaVerne Flint - Ray & Diane Boyette

Shirley Fowlkes - Floyd & Diane Ducote

Shirley Fowlkes - William Fowlkes

Jim Fraley - Kathy Fraley

Emmett & Grace Gwaltney - Dave Gwaltney

Jean Ham - Rick & Jessica Ham

Edna Hamby - Betty Neher

Peggy Harvey - Tommy & Betty Joy

Elmer Keatts - Mary Keatts

Tom Lefebvre - George & Winnie Silk

Albert & Maria Maddalena, Sr. - Albert Maddalena, Jr.

Paul L. Means - Judy Means & Family

Donna Millard - J.D. & Susan Brewer

Donna Millard - Steven & Mildred Gurvich

Alvin & Selma Mitchell - John & Kristin Mitchell

Edgar & Frances Nettles - John & Kristin Mitchell

Billy & Mary Poteat - Sue P. Langdon

Jo Anne Prince - Harold Prince

Norwood & Jeanne Robeson - Mark Robeson

Wilbur Rowe - Keith & Mary Ann Rowe

Debbie Sechriest - Tom & Shirley White

L. D. Stanfield - Theresa Stanfield

Patrick Thompson - George & Winnie Silk

Mark Tubbs - William & Vee Baggett

David J. Wells - John Wells

William Whitaker, Sr. - William & Ann Whitaker

Linda Wigger - Bruce Wigger

Eunice Williams - Billy Williams

Lucy Williams - Hamilton Williams

In Honor of - Given by

Sheryl, Tracey, & William - Christina Bell

Kenny & Berda Cole - Marguerite Pastella

Ronald Crawford - Robyn Walters

Alan & Faith DeFriese - Robert & Rhonda Laufer

Pastor Doug Echols' 10th anniversary - Nancy Rogers

Jonathan F. Lamar & Family - John & Wayna Lamar

John Lamar - Jeannette Brown

John W. Lamar & Family - John & Wayna Lamar

Martha Lamar - & Wayna Lamar

Daniel McManus - Katherine Newington

Lee McManus - Ryan & Jill Stafford

Wesley & Morgan Mann - Robert & Georgia Mann

Larry & Debby Miller - Deloris Morgan

Music Team of FBC for Christmas Sanctuary Choir or First Baptist, NN

Lindsay & Barbara Poteat - Robert & Rhonda Laufer

Josie Sherrill - HumanTouch, LLC.

Vince Snidow - Nancy Snidow

Mary Sorenson - Lucy Pape

Robert & Julia Weikle - Jerry & Karen Weikle

Peggy White - Agape I SS class of First Baptist, Newport News

Greg & Debbie Wolff - Marshall Zaun

Leslie Woodin, Jr. - John & Wayna Lamar

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