We had two very big events this November. HPCO held an Open House on November 8th to give people the opportunity to show people what we’re all about. We were able to show testimonies of people in the community as well as volunteers through video. We gave a van tour of Highland Park, and we were also able to provide a wonderful pot roast lunch. The Lord gave us an absolutely beautiful day!
The above picture is one of the young women that grew up attending HPCO programs. She is now in a beautiful marriage and is a college graduate. Praise the Lord!
During the Open House, we also had a table set up for prayer and sponsorship opportunities. It’s HPCO’s goal to have each our of kids being prayed for on a regular basis. If you are interested in receiving a picture of one of our kids and committing to praying for them, please let us know! Sponsorship is also a need for our children. To sponsor a child through our year-long programs is $25 a month. You will receive regular updates about your child. Please contact us through phone or email if you are interested in sponsorship.
We also had our annual Boxes of Love on November 21. This is an opportunity for us to provide a Thanksgiving dinner to families involved in our programs. This year, we were able to partner with Life Church and Northridge Church’s young adults group, and Highland Park Baptist. They not only donated over 200 boxes combined, but also brought some of their people out to help deliver that Saturday. The ministry that takes place during these outreaches is incredible. Many people involved find that they are not only able to bless a family, but be blessed by the families they spend time with. When the box is delivered, the volunteers take time to pray with the family. Many times, they receive a prayer for them in return.
A grandmother who has eight children and many grandchildren (most of whom are in our program) shared how this seemingly simple gesture of love has blessed her family year after year. With so many people in the family, she said she’s not sure what she would do with out these boxes of love. It was encouraging to hear how God’s family is able to work together to love each other.
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