January 2023

We should make plans—counting on God to direct us. Proverbs 16:9 TLB

Dear Jodi,


God has been so faithful! Looking back, in 2002 we:


  • gained 17 new church partners (see all of our partners here
  • awarded 20 CAFO Summit Grants to help church partners attend CAFO2022 in Atlanta, GA
  • hosted 45 guests at our Hephzibah62:4 Connection Dinner
  • were instrumental in helping to establish CarePortal for the first time in Michigan (Zoom in on the map for details!)
  • began a new Hephzibah62:4 Legacy Grant Partnership with The Connection Church (see photo of me with Bishop Mocc & Stephanie Rogers)
  • awarded 3 new $5000 matching adoption grants
  • awarded a number of additional church plant, ministry and equipping grants that align with our mission
  • and much more...


Looking ahead:  


We are looking forward to everything God wants to do in and through us in 2023 and are planning strategically and intentionally for the months ahead. As you read through the upcoming events, prayerfully consider how God may be calling you and your church to make plans to engage in new ways.


February:

  • Night to Shine (scroll down for more info!)

March:

  • Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
  • Social Worker Appreciation Month

May:

  • Foster Care Awareness Month

September:

  • CAFO2023 (scroll down for more info!)

November:

January 2024:

  • Sanctity of Human Life Sunday (January 21)
  • Human Trafficking Prevention Month


Get inspired!


  • January 22 was Sanctity of Human Life Sunday. Check out this WesLife article, highlighting some of our Hephzibah62:4 partner churches and the ways they are supporting and upholding life.
  • Review these 25 Things you can do to multiply our mission.
  • Contact us or schedule a coaching call if you need additional support.


Planning and praying with you, 


Jodi and team

GIVE

Featured Opportunities

Night to Shine is back in person!


Friday, February 10 is a night where churches around the country, including several Wesleyan churches, host an unforgettable prom experience for young people with special needs. Could your church host a Night to Shine in the future?


Check out the video to see what it's all about

NEW Family Support Grant


Families impacted by special needs, kinship care, guardianship, foster care and adoption often face unique challenges that take their toll on the entire family. We're removing financial barriers to help struggling Wesleyan parents attend events that provide renewal and hope.


More information

CAFO2023: Early bird registration through March 31


The Christian Alliance for Orphans (CAFO) Summit is the vulnerable child ministry event of the year! Register and start making plans to join us for CAFO2023 in September. Hephzibah62:4 Partners may be eligible for grants.


Learn more here

Visit hephzibah.org