Blog https://www.lifewaterchurch.com Thu, 28 Mar 2024 21:25:37 -0500 http://churchplantmedia.com/ Family Story - Foster Care https://www.lifewaterchurch.com/blog/post/stor https://www.lifewaterchurch.com/blog/post/stor#comments Tue, 06 Dec 2016 18:00:00 -0600 https://www.lifewaterchurch.com/blog/post/stor Greetings Lifewater family,

Melanie and I would like to thank you for the opportunity to share our story and for all of your kinds words afterwards. One thing we realized is jut how much information we wanted to share but ran out of time. So, if you would indulge me I would like to communicate some of that now.

When Matt first approached us to share, it was funny because I had just run across information that was weighing heavy on my heart. While visiting the Church at Brookhills website, I saw that it is the goal of their foster/adoption ministry to meet all of the needs for care in their county. I thought to myself how AWESOME is that -right? Isn't that the church being the church? The hands and feet as we are called to be? It got us thinking what would that look like in Shreveport -Bossier? What follows are more of our thoughts on mobilizing Lifewater and other churches in our area to make a difference for Jesus.

One important topic that we did not have to opportunity to expound upon is the multitude of ways in which you too can be a difference maker meeting local needs in the foster network. Listen, I know the idea of opening up your home to fostering is not for everyone or this season is not the right time but I am convinced there is a way for everyone to be involved. We would love to share more on these if you find yourself wanting to help but not ready to foster. If this is you please consider attending the informational evening we are planning. We would love to sit down and explore all the ways you can get involved.  

I won't get into all of these here, but feel I need to let you know of one specific very vital role in the foster process. That role is that of the CASA volunteer. These special people are the voice for the children in foster care. Just like the shortage for foster homes the same shortage exists in CASA volunteering. We will be sharing more on this invaluable service along our experiences with fostering and first steps towards involvement at this first meeting. Please, if this sounds like something you think you could do, plan on joining us to learn more.

We are currently busy gathering input on what other ministries have done with success, ways the state sees help can best be offered, etc. We are so excited to share more with those who have signed up. We are also excited to share with those who are feeling a stirring to be involved but would like to hear about all the ways to do so. Again, thank you for the kindness demonstrated towards our family following our testimony. So very excited about the possibilities of this ministry. We love and cherish each of you.

In His love,

Tony Streetman

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Greetings Lifewater family,

Melanie and I would like to thank you for the opportunity to share our story and for all of your kinds words afterwards. One thing we realized is jut how much information we wanted to share but ran out of time. So, if you would indulge me I would like to communicate some of that now.

When Matt first approached us to share, it was funny because I had just run across information that was weighing heavy on my heart. While visiting the Church at Brookhills website, I saw that it is the goal of their foster/adoption ministry to meet all of the needs for care in their county. I thought to myself how AWESOME is that -right? Isn't that the church being the church? The hands and feet as we are called to be? It got us thinking what would that look like in Shreveport -Bossier? What follows are more of our thoughts on mobilizing Lifewater and other churches in our area to make a difference for Jesus.

One important topic that we did not have to opportunity to expound upon is the multitude of ways in which you too can be a difference maker meeting local needs in the foster network. Listen, I know the idea of opening up your home to fostering is not for everyone or this season is not the right time but I am convinced there is a way for everyone to be involved. We would love to share more on these if you find yourself wanting to help but not ready to foster. If this is you please consider attending the informational evening we are planning. We would love to sit down and explore all the ways you can get involved.  

I won't get into all of these here, but feel I need to let you know of one specific very vital role in the foster process. That role is that of the CASA volunteer. These special people are the voice for the children in foster care. Just like the shortage for foster homes the same shortage exists in CASA volunteering. We will be sharing more on this invaluable service along our experiences with fostering and first steps towards involvement at this first meeting. Please, if this sounds like something you think you could do, plan on joining us to learn more.

We are currently busy gathering input on what other ministries have done with success, ways the state sees help can best be offered, etc. We are so excited to share more with those who have signed up. We are also excited to share with those who are feeling a stirring to be involved but would like to hear about all the ways to do so. Again, thank you for the kindness demonstrated towards our family following our testimony. So very excited about the possibilities of this ministry. We love and cherish each of you.

In His love,

Tony Streetman

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The Invitation https://www.lifewaterchurch.com/blog/post/the-invitation https://www.lifewaterchurch.com/blog/post/the-invitation#comments Fri, 09 Sep 2016 10:00:00 -0500 https://www.lifewaterchurch.com/blog/post/the-invitation What is standing between you and a better story?  What fear is holding you back from living your dreams?  I believe God has placed within all of us a desire to live extraordinary lives, but that desire has been covered up with fears, insecurities, and lies.  No matter what is standing in your way, you must begin to push through.  

Philippians 4:13 says, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!"  This should be playing on repeat in our thoughts everyday.  By reminding ourselves of the truths of the Gospel, we are retraining minds to respond differently to the obstacles of life.  So, here's a challenge for you - start dreaming of living better story!  What would you do with your life if you weren't afraid to fail?  What would you do if you weren't worried about what others would think of you?  What would you do with your life if you really believed that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you?  Start living a better story today.

Join the Lifewater family this fall as we press in to this idea of living a better story - a story that demands a Gospel explanation.

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What is standing between you and a better story?  What fear is holding you back from living your dreams?  I believe God has placed within all of us a desire to live extraordinary lives, but that desire has been covered up with fears, insecurities, and lies.  No matter what is standing in your way, you must begin to push through.  

Philippians 4:13 says, "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me!"  This should be playing on repeat in our thoughts everyday.  By reminding ourselves of the truths of the Gospel, we are retraining minds to respond differently to the obstacles of life.  So, here's a challenge for you - start dreaming of living better story!  What would you do with your life if you weren't afraid to fail?  What would you do if you weren't worried about what others would think of you?  What would you do with your life if you really believed that you can do all things through Christ who strengthens you?  Start living a better story today.

Join the Lifewater family this fall as we press in to this idea of living a better story - a story that demands a Gospel explanation.

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