Newsletter - November 2022

Missy's Message



Greetings,

As we head into this holiday season and a new year, we reflect on all God has done at Bethesda House and look ahead to the upcoming year with joyful anticipation of what’s to come for 2023. We are so excited to share the new options we will be offering. In addition to the traditional Education Program that all our past moms were enrolled in, we are excited to be expanding our program to meet the needs of even more moms who may be seeking a different plan.

The two new options are:

1. Bridge Program- a 6-9 week short term program that offers a safe place to reset and learn important skills before moving on.

2. Work Program- an approximately 1 year program with the goal of working to save and gain financial security.

The main focus of each of these tracks will always be on showing the moms and babies God's great love for them while also providing guidance, parenting and life skills, in a safe and loving environment. We believe these changes will allow us to help more young women as the prolife practical solution we aim to be. It’s because of your continued support and generosity we can do this. So, we THANK YOU. We pray God’s continued blessing on you and yours. And from our “home” to yours, MERRY CHRISTMAS!

For His Glory,

Missy

Upcoming Events

** VOLUNTEER TRAINING SESSIONS

Duxbury Church

2 Tremont St., Duxbury

-- Thu. January 5th 9:30am - 12:30pm

** SAVE THE DATE BETHESDA HOUSE SPRING GALA

-- April 1, 2023

THANK YOU 2022 CHRISTMAS GIVING TREE HOSTS

Bethesda House would like to thank the hosts of the Bethesda House Giving Trees! The trees located throughout the community are a visual and tangible representation of Bethesda House and help us to raise funds through the collection of gift cards to supply the many household needs for the upcoming year. We are so grateful to have such wonderful partners who support the mothers and babies living in our home!

Please visit and thank these business owners and groups who support Bethesda House in this way!

Bay State Physical Therapy, Bethesda House Boutique, Bible Baptist Church Hanson, Calvary Baptist Hanson, Carver Town Hall, Central Congregational Church, Central Square Computer Repair, Community Baptist Church, Cornerstone Tile and Marble, Corsini's Salon, David Alan Salon, Duxbury Church, Eden Salon, Enhance Wellness, ExpRealty, Grace Presbyterian Church South Shore, Honey Dew Donuts Carver, Industrial Communications, JOLI Medical Spa, Lighthouse Mental Wellness, Long Pond Physical Therapy at Redbrook, Market Basket-- Plymouth, Market Basket-- Hanover, Mayflower Tax & Insurance Milford, Mayflower Tax & Insurance Plymouth, Mayflower Tax & Insurance Rockland, Nursing Unit at South Shore Hospital, Pembroke Dry Cleaners, Pembroke Police Dept, Rachael's Hair Design, Rapture Hair Salon, Redpoint Physical Therapy, Ridgehill Preschool, Rock Village Church, Rose & Vicki's Cedarville (Plymouth), Rose & Vicki's Manomet, Rose & Vicki's Marion, Rose & Vicki's North Plymouth, Skin Esteem Med Spa & Wellness Center, Smoosh Juice Bar, Snug Harbor Fish Company, St. Paul's Church of the Nazarene, Strive Fitness, Sweet Frog Ice Cream Shop Marshfield, Sweet Frog Ice Cream Shop Quincy, The New Testament Church, USA Fitness of Carver, and Wiklund Family Dental.

The Bethesda House Boutique is a resale boutique where 100% of the profits from sales are used to support the boutique and our home.

SHOP:

Just because you have the means to pay full price, doesn't mean you have to!

Get beautiful items for a great price. Visit the Bethesda House Boutique for babies, children's (through size 6), and maternity clothing as well as baby equipment, children's toys, and books.

Find us at the Kingston Collection (Formerly the Independence Mall) across from Billy Beez.

Most items are now sold for just $3 unless otherwise marked!

Hours: 

Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday:

10:00am – 5:00pm

CLOSED WEDNESDAY

Saturday: 11:00am – 6:00pm

Sunday: 11:00am – 5:00pm

Phone: 781-776-3073

Website: www.BethesdaHouseMA.org/Boutique

DONATE:

Donations of new to like-new items are welcome for drop-off at the store. For items that we accept, donation guidelines or more information, visit The Bethesda House Boutique.

VOLUNTEER:

To join our team, please email [email protected] or call/text 781-361-2418!

Bethesda House was awarded a grant by the Salah Foundation who supports non-profit organizations in the United States in their pursuit to elevate the well-being of humanity through impactful programs that create healthy, productive, safe and responsible families and communities. We thank them for this recognition!

Donations were made in the last several weeks in the names of the following:

-- Doris Bean

-- Sue Raps

-- Lois Harbert

-- Marilyn Mervine

Thank you for honoring or remembering your loved ones with a donation to Bethesda House. God Bless.

Along with generous donations, we get some beautiful messages of support. This one came in this month:

"Please accept my continued support for all you do for the young ladies and their babies! God certainly is smiling upon you all! God bless."

DONATE TO BETHESDA HOUSE

Donate online through our secure payment form: Donate Now

MAIL A DONATION

Mail a check made out to Bethesda House and send to P.O. Box 227, N. Pembroke, MA 02358.

"When attending training last spring, I knew I was where I was supposed to be.  There were several “God winks” leading me to Bethesda House and Missy’s overview of this special home confirmed it all. I provide transportation for one of the women regularly. We share thoughts and ideas about motherhood, work and life challenges.  I’ve watched this young woman grow in her role as a mom and as a responsible employee at a day care facility.  I’ve observed how she interacts positively with staff, students and parents.  She genuinely enjoys her job and the people she serves.  Of late, she has taken coursework to complete her requirements as a day care provider and is enjoying her successes as a student. Finally, she is working toward her own independence by setting goals and preparing for her future to successfully navigate the path God has laid out for her. Her happy little girl has grown into a true toddler; learning how to walk, talk and even sing.  She has her own personality and knows what she wants and attempts to make it happen… kind of like her Mom. These are the moments that contribute to my joy each week."

-- Volunteer Kathy

"As a volunteer at Bethesda House, you form relationships with the moms in all different stages of motherhood. During their pregnancy, the newborn stage, and as their babies develop and grow. I love this aspect of the home, getting to share in the gift of motherhood which is truly the best and the hardest job we will do as women. Getting to spend time driving them to appointments and jobs gives them time to share their day, their hopes and dreams. Spending time in the house with them, you experience how hard they are working to better themselves. The women want more for themselves and Bethesda House gives them the opportunity to achieve this. The most important gift they are given here is the gift of faith. When you know that you are unconditionally loved by God you can accomplish much for He strengthens us and gives us all we need."

-- Volunteer Kim

ATTEND A VOLUNTEER TRAINING SESSION

There are numerous areas where you can use your God-given talents to support Bethesda House. We require that you attend one of our three-hour training sessions if you plan to provide direct care to the mothers and babies. Our next training will be held on Thursday January 5th 9:30am - 12:30pm. Come familiarize yourself with our organization, our mission, and the various ways you can support Bethesda House. We invite you to join us 15 minutes before the start of the session for registration and coffee!

Upcoming 2023 Sessions

-- Thu. January 5th 9:30am - 12:30pm

All sessions take place at Duxbury Church, 2 Tremont St., Duxbury. As we are following suggested social distancing recommendations, there is limited space. Please be sure to register ahead of time.

Register today!