Things are really moving now!

So many things have been happening at Haven Center! Our signs are up, flooring and lighting have been installed, and we're gradually collecting all the things it takes to get our doors open.

We have so many needs, and we appreciate ALL the help with which we've already been blessed. We've put together a wish list of items we need for our office. If you are able to help with any of them, THANK YOU! Please click the link below to see our list.

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Items can be shipped directly to or dropped off at Haven Center, 611 6^th St SE, Watertown, SD 57201

A Message from our Executive Director

I wanted to take the opportunity in this first newsletter to introduce myself and share a little bit about my story and how I feel God has called me to serve as the Executive Director of Haven Center. 

I was born and raised in Minneota, MN, and attended college at the University of Sioux Falls studying Business Administration. After college, I began a career in retail management with Walmart and was transferred to Watertown to be an Assistant Manager. During my time at Walmart, I met my husband, Tye. Prior to accepting the position as Executive Director of Haven Center, I was working for Fischer Rounds and Associates.

My husband and I live on a small acreage near Watertown. We enjoy spending time on our acreage with our chickens, rabbits, dogs, and cats. We are also active outdoor people and enjoy gardening, hunting, camping, fishing, and hiking. The most precious gifts that God has blessed us with are 2 children, their spouses, and 5 grandchildren. 

I came to know Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Savior in high school and since then have found a passion for helping people find hope and healing that can only be found in Jesus Christ. 

I enjoy being involved in area non-profits and ministries including the American Cancer Society Relay For Life, Hope in God Outreach, Divine Providence of South Dakota Jail Ministry Bible Study and Pulpit Supply Board, and Prairie Lakes Hospital Pastoral Care. My husband and I are active members of New Life Evangelical Free Church in Watertown.

I am honored to have the opportunity to serve as the Executive Director of Haven Center and to partner with this ministry to give those faced with an unplanned pregnancy the knowledge and resources necessary to make an informed decision guided by truth. My passion is not only to help equip women to choose life for their unborn babies, but also to see families experience hope and healing in their lives through Jesus Christ. 

Prayer Requests

Pray that God would raise up people to partner with Haven Center financially, as volunteers, and as prayer partners.

Pray that God would even now be working in the hearts of the people that will come through our doors so that they are able to choose life for their babies and are open to hearing The Gospel.

Pray that the Holy Spirit would open doors for us to get the message out about Haven Center to not only Watertown, but also the surrounding area.

Pray that God would place a hedge of protection around not only Haven Center, but all who are involved.

Pray that the finances, logistics, and material needs associated with starting a new ministry and opening a pregnancy resource center would be met so that we can move forward with opening our doors and serving our clients.