Generationsing Letter from the President Arms of Hope (AOH) Has Been Helping Chil- Table of Contents Dren and Families for Over 87 Years

Spring 2011

ReachGenerationsing Letter from the President Arms of Hope (AOH) has been helping chil- Table of Contents dren and families for over 87 years. During that pe- 2 Solutions AOH Provides... riod, this ministry has survived many challenges and 3 Celebrating Years of Service successfully made the necessary adjustments to its 4 Special Announcements programs and services to meet the changing needs of 5 James LeFan Legacy today’s most vulnerable children and families. Many 7 Former Arms of Hope Residents valuable, and sometimes hard, lessons were learned Serving America over the years. Through great ingenuity and creativity, 8 AOH Sports & Homecoming AOH has adapted to remain relevant and redemptive Festivities in its mission of serving disadvantaged children and 9 Reaching At-Risk Youth on Their families. Today, the opportunity to transform lives is Turf 11 Arms of Hope Christmas Parties greater than ever, as we see more children struggling 12 Leading By Example & to overcome homelessness, poverty, abuse and neglect My Redemption-A Mother’s than any prior time in our history. Personal Testimony My vision for AOH is one that embraces and honors our rich history 13 Aggies For Christ Impact and heritage. Yet, I hope this vision will keep us from being comfortable and 14 Arms of Hope Happenings complacent, or conflicted and constrained by those things that have made AOH 15 Campus Visitors so successful in the past. We are an organization that recruits and develops 16 ACU Students Make A talented people as dynamic influences on the lives of the children and families Difference we serve. We also need to use the gifts of our team at the right time, in the right 17 Gibson Family - An Exquisite measure and with the right intent and purpose to achieve the best outcomes for Legacy those in our care. 19 Abilene Events and 2010 Golf I will challenge myself and every member of our care team to act de- 20 Medina Campus Residents liberately with integrity, courage, honor and enthusiasm to seek the true best Participate in the Bandera County interest of the children and families we serve, even when that requires us to step Jr. Livestock Show outside of our comfort zone as we search for ways to reach today’s lost. My 21 Memorials & Honors prayer is that transformational experiences will occur for each child and family that AOH assists and that they will identify those events as defining moments Calendar of Upcoming Events: in their lives. We must seek to always do the right thing, not the easy thing, Boles Alumni Homecoming while stretching our resources to their limits in all situations where grace can be Saturday, May 7, 2011 offered and a life of promise renewed. Boles Campus With prayer and humility, we will remain faithful to our responsibilities San Antonio Benefit Gala and remember that our work is not just a job, but instead a high calling to Chris- Saturday, May 21, 2011 tian service. Our aim will always be to meet each call for help with the same Hyatt Regency Hill Country Resort sense of urgency we would expect if we were seeking help for our own child or Longview Golf Tournament family. Finally, we will labor tirelessly to restore healthy families, giving them Saturday, May 21, 2011 a future of hope and promise. Woodhollow Golf Course In closing, we cherish your prayers and support. Your concern for our Dallas Golf Tournament team empowers us to renew our strength and commitment to continue in service Monday, May 23, 2011 as healers and mentors. Thank you for supporting AOH and for making a differ- Woodbridge Golf Club - Wylie, Texas ence in the lives of very special children and families. Houston Golf Tournament Monday, June 20, 2011 Very truly yours, The Woodlands Country Club Palmer Course The Woodlands, Texas Kevin McDonald Dallas Benefit Gala Saturday, September 24, 2011 Dallas Hilton Anatole San Antonio Golf Tournament Monday, October 17, 2011 Fair Oaks Golf & Country Club - Email is the most economical way to keep you informed and updated Boerne, Texas about our news. Please update your email address at ArmsofHope.org Abilene Benefit Gala and help us stay green! Saturday, November 19, 2011 Hunter Welcome Center Please join us on Facebook, Abilene Christian University Twitter and LinkedIn. Registration available online: ArmsofHope.org

1 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 A child is born into poverty every 5 minutes in Texas. - Children’s Defense Fund Texas ranks 50th (worst) for child homelessness. - The National Center on Family Homelessness 50% of homeless women and children are fleeing abuse. - National Law Center on Homelessness & Poverty

Arms of Hope is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit Christian organization that was formed as a result of the consolida- tion of Boles Children’s Home (est. 1924) and Medina Children’s Home (est. 1958). Both homes had identical missions and programs and united in 2009 to achieve efficiency, geographic diversity, increased capacity and additional program improvements and offerings. Arms of Hope Mission To transform the lives of disadvantaged children, youth and families by providing hope and support in a nurturing, Christian environment.

Solutions Provides...

RESIDENTIAL CHILD CARE TOGETHER PROGRAM OUTREACH MINISTRY Meets disadvantaged children’s physi- Helps motivated single mothers and Provides assistance to underprivileged cal, emotional, educational and spiri- their children transition into success- youth in their own neighborhoods. tual needs in a family-like atmosphere ful, independent futures by providing Programs for at-risk children include where houseparents function as mother parenting skills, career training and a youth events featuring inspirational and father figures. home in a peaceful and safe environ- speakers and the sponsorship of Chris- ment. tian based youth sports teams.

RIGHT START EMERGENCY SHELTER & COLLEGE & CAREER PROGRAM Makes life a real choice by helping ASSESSMENT CENTER Provides assistance for AOH high school expectant single mothers prepare for Provides emergency shelter and assess- graduates with support through college, motherhood while providing shelter, ment services for any child that has trade school or into their first job and of- necessities and skills needed to care for been removed from an abusive environ- ten includes housing for graduates who their newborns. ment or is in crisis. have not yet found a place to call home. ArmsofHope.org 2 Celebrating Years of Service Houseparents Leave Legacy of Love Sixteen years ago, Tom and Judy Lovelady came to Medina, Texas, to serve as house parents for Arms of Hope - Medina Campus. Initially they planned to be here for two years, two turned to five, and five turned to a lifetime of parenting and loving children in need. They turned their house into a home by focus- ing not just on children’s physical needs but their emotional and spiritual needs as well. The Loveladys poured their hearts into the lives of more than 200 different children over their sixteen years of service. Their cherished experiences with the children included sharing laughter during the good times, tears during the times of struggle, pride when celebrating achievements and the complete joy of witnessing the ultimate blessing of children turning their lives around. On January 22nd, the Loveladys were honored at a campus banquet where former residents and family were in attendance. Tom and Judy will live in Kerrville, Texas, and will continue to find ways to love and minister to the most disadvantaged and needy children in our community. “Working with committed individuals like Tom and Judy who put their faith into action everyday is a blessing for us all. The authenticity of their faith and service is something we all benefit from observing and is readily apparent from the way they’ve done their jobs so well while avoiding any recognition,” stated Kevin McDonald, Arms of Hope President & CEO. vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv Arms of Hope Board Recognizes Brazell’s Five Years of Board Service

Curtis Bedrich, AOH Board Chairman and Kevin Directors pictured with the Boles and Medina Campus Executive McDonald, AOH President & CEO, presented Joe Directors prior to recognizing Joe Brazell for the completion of his Brazell with a crystal plaque etched to commemorate term as an Arms of Hope Board Member his dedication and service as an Arms of Hope Board Front Row (left to right): Ken Baker, Kevin McDonald, Jana Woefel, member for five years. “Joe has been such a valuable Lori Massey, Bruce Barnard Back Row: Mike Calvert, Candace contributor to the success of Arms of Hope, provid- Cain (Executive Director - Medina Campus), Randy Nicholson, Jer- ing insightful and visionary leadership as a director. ry Browder, Curtis Bedrich (AOH Board Chairman), Tom Winkler Knowing we will continue to have Joe’s talent and and Joe Brazell (Executive Director - Boles Campus). Not pictured: commitment on our management team is very excit- Gary Bingham, Jerry Cox, Don Crisp and Scot Foith. ing,” stated Curtis Bedrich.

3 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Special Announcements Jerry Cox Joins Don Crisp Joins Scot Foith Joins AOH Board of Directors AOH Board of Directors AOH Board of Directors

Arms of Hope is pleased to announce Arms of Hope is pleased to announce Arms of Hope is pleased to announce the appointment of Jerry Cox to its the appointment of Don Crisp to its the appointment of Scot Foith to its board of directors. Jerry is the Presi- board of directors. Don is the Chair- board of directors. Scot and his wife, dent and Chairman of Cox & Perkins man of the Rosewood Corporation, a Paula, have been committed to help- Exploration, Inc. in Houston, Texas, company formed from the Caroline ing those most in need through their and is a member of the Pepperdine Uni- Hunt Estate, and the former Chairman support of our programs for several versity Board of Regents. He received of the Abilene Christian University years, and we are fortunate to have a bachelor’s degree in finance from Board of Trustees (1992-2007). He Scot’s vision and talent on our board. Texas A&M University, a master’s de- graduated from ACU in 1964 with a Scot founded and served as the Chief gree in theological studies from Hous- bachelor’s degree in accounting and Operating Officer for Drive Financial ton Baptist University and an honor- business administration. As a certified Services where he was responsible ary doctorate of laws from Pepperdine public accountant, he worked for Ar- for managing the day-to-day opera- University. Jerry was honored as a thur Andersen & Co. from 1964-1972, tions of the company as it grew from distinguished alumnus of Texas A&M and he served as Senior Vice President a start-up in 1996 to a national auto University where he has served on and Treasurer for the Dallas Federal finance company with 800+ employ- many boards including the Texas A&M Savings and Loan Association from ees and a service portfolio in excess of Foundation and the 12th Man Founda- 1972-1976. Don was honored as Out- $2 billion. He served on the Board of tion which he served as President. He standing Alumnus of the Year by ACU Managers and a multitude of commit- has been a longtime supporter of our in 2005. He has continually demon- tees to ensure the company grew in a work at Arms of Hope and previously strated his dedication and compassion controlled and sustainable manner. He served as a board member for Medina for children and families by serving on and his partners completed the sale of Children’s Home. Jerry also currently advisory boards for a number of Chris- Drive Financial Services in December serves as an elder at West Houston tian organizations assisting those in of 2006. Scot now manages High Gate Church of Christ. Jerry and his wife, need. Don and his wife, Carol, reside Investments, a family investments firm. Kay, have two children, Courtney and in Dallas and have three children, Lisa Scot lives in Plano with his wife, Paula, Paul, and one grandchild. Rhoden, Brian Crisp and Brad Crisp, and two children, Leigh, a sophomore and nine grandchildren. at Abilene Christian University, and Laine, a high school senior. vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv Scott Stumbo Appointed AOH Chief Financial Officer Arms of Hope welcomes new Chief Financial Officer, Scott Stumbo. Scott brings 20 years of financial and senior management experience, most recently serving for 11 years as Vice President and Division CFO for Health Management Associates, Inc. (NYSE: HMA). He is a CPA and graduated from Abilene Christian University with a BBA in accounting and management. Scott is committed to helping others in need as is demonstrated by his community service with organizations like Fellowship of Christian Athletes and as a leader in his church in Naples, Florida. Scott’s passion for the mission of Arms of Hope dates back to being reared around Lubbock Children’s Home, a ministry his parents served for over 50 years. He and his wife, Julie, have two beautiful children. Their daughter, Katie, is currently attending Abilene Christian University, and 8th grader, Sean, is an avid athlete. ArmsofHope.org 4 teresting dynamic in the lives of the Boles children. “You had to estab- James LeFan lish a pecking order,” LeFan recalls. A Lifetime of “I knew I could whip everyone but Blacky Simpson and James King,” he Memories and a stated while sporting the same playful grin he revealed in his childhood pic- True Legacy of tures. Playing ball was an important pastime for the Boles children. James Boles and LeFan remembers playing tennis and marking off the campus tennis court Medina himself. Baseball was another favorite game for the Boles boys, as foot- By Nathalie McDonald ball wasn’t played at the time. James proudly rolls his eighty-eight year In 1934, C.B. old fingers into a fist to reveal the and Virginia LeFan had task. James worked knuckles that still show the signs of a boarding house with in the bakery behind being broken while playing the game eight rooms in Com- the cafeteria where of Shinny with his friends at Boles. merce, Texas, when he helped make Perhaps our alumni can remember Gayle Oler, who later bread every day and playing Shinny which involved roll- served as Boles Home churned butter in a ing a can over a goal line. One of Superintendent, asked large Maytag mixer. LeFan’s favorite memories was play- them to move to the A highlight of each ing ball on campus after supper and Boles Campus and be week was having winding down during sunset devo- the cooks for the 300 homemade PB&J tionals where different kids led sing- residents. At the time, sandwiches every ing. It was during these devotionals four of the LeFan’s chil- Sunday afternoon, that many children learned the books dren were grown and LeFan family soon after moving to Boles which all of the chil- of the Bible while singing, “Matthew, had left home, but their sons James, dren perceived to be a wonderful, Mark, Luke and John...” age 11, and Mac, age 9, moved with sweet treat. At the time, everything After graduating as Valedic- their parents to live at Boles Home. on campus was heated with wood or torian from Boles High School in The LeFans began their task of cook- steam. The children and staff worked 1940, at the age of 16, James LeFan ing for the orphans and staff. Now hard to ensure that the campus would took a bus to Abilene, Texas, to at- 88 year old James LeFan is the only have enough wood to keep them tend Abilene Christian College. He living member of this family of stew- warm and to provide hot food during dragged a trunk with all of his be- ards, and he beams with excitement the cold North Texas winters. They longings the two miles from the bus at the mention of Boles Home. As he spent a great deal of time each year station to the ACC campus. He found reflects on his time on the Boles Cam- chopping wood, creating a stack that a job washing dishes at Cafe Pop pus, his crystal clear memories seem was six feet high and one hundred Helvey’s where he slept on a cot at like they occurred yesterday. feet long. night until he could get into an ACC Cooking three daily meals for Being raised along side 300 dormitory one year later. During more than 300 people was no easy other children often created an in- his time at ACC, James LeFan be-

Boles “Tacky Day” - LeFan 1938-39 Boles Basketball Team 1930’s as a Front row, last three: James King (hold- teenager ing ball), LeFan and Blackie Simpson Boles Graduating Class of 1940 Bill Goforth, R.V. Hardegree, Doris Rechenthin, Helen Vaughan, Jackie LeFan and Clarence Rechenthin in 1967 2011 - Current Day View at the dedication of Temple Cottage on Medina Campus. of Temple Cottage

gan preaching. On the weekends he role in helping, would eventually join Tragedy struck the LeFan would travel to Olden to preach, and forces to become Arms of Hope. family again when their 31 year old one particular Sunday after preaching After retiring from Western daughter, Loris, was taken by can- James was sitting on a fire hydrant at Hills in 1989, James spent several cer. James’ youthful smile is again the Eastland bus station when Jackie years preaching in Salado and Troy displayed when he speaks of the Lusk brought a boy she was fond of and travelled, speaking at Christian three wonderful grandchildren Loris to the station. “She was the prettiest colleges and congregations through- brought into their lives, Jaima, Marla girl I’d ever seen,” James recalled. out the country. In 1993, James and Ryan. It was love at first sight, and James and Jackie LeFan were honored by Sadly, Jackie’s mind was told Jackie that she needed to come to Abilene Christian University with the overtaken with Alzheimer’s several ACC which she later did. Soon after esteemed Christian Service Award. years ago, and their youngest child, graduating from college, James and James and Jackie always had Kevin, moved back to help care for Jackie LeFan were married in 1944. a great love for children, and they Jackie until she passed away in 2009. James LeFan became an ac- had three of their own, Mike, Loris Kevin continues to sacrificially serve complished, sought after and well and Kevin. Tragedy struck the Le- by living with and caring for his known minister. He spent time Fan family when polio changed the brother and his father. preaching in San Antonio and Bay- life of their eight year old son, Mike, For many years, Boles chil- town and faithfully served for thirty- forever. Polio paralyzed every part dren sang together in the Bel Canto nine years preaching in Temple at the of his body from the neck down ex- Chorus. Mrs. Gayle Oler wrote many 7th & Ave. G congregation which be- cept for his left foot, confining him to of the songs, including one that became Western Hills Church of Christ. a wheelchair and requiring the regu- came the Lefan’s favorite and was Throughout his career, LeFan’s great lar use of an iron lung. Mike has far sung at Jackie’s funeral, “Tomorrow love for Boles Home was evident as exceeded the odds that doctors gave Will Be Better”. While James LeFan he continually encouraged congrega- him, and James proudly describes his has lived a wonderful life filled with tions and mission committees to sup- son at age 65 as “an accomplished memories and friendships created at port children in need. In fact, in 1968, author, artist and intelligent man who Boles and Medina, throughout his ca- when LeFan learned of a need for a has never once complained about the reer and in retirement he continues to new cottage on the Medina Campus, lifelong ailment he has endured”. believe “Tomorrow Will Be Better”. he saw to it that his congregation led Mike has written several books, con- This is evident in his faith, consistent the effort to build it. Little did any- tinues to write articles for numerous optimism and contagious grin that in- one know that Boles and Medina, two publications and has painted amazing spires us all. organizations this man played a great pictures using only his left foot.

Early Family Portrait 1993 - James & Jackie LeFan

1944 - James & Jackie LeFan’s Wedding Day ArmsofHope.org 6 Former Arms of Hope Residents Serving America

Jacob Bustos lived at Medina from July, 1997 until August, 2006. Ja- Melanie Carlucci lived at Medina cob joined the Army in 2008 and from March, 2003 until June, 2006. continues to serve. He is currently She entered the Navy in 2006 and stationed at Fort Hood in Killeen, is currently stationed in California. Texas. Jacob has completed two She is a newlywed expecting her tours in Iraq, is a newlywed ex- first child in March, 2011. pecting his first child and recently Randon Romero lived at Medina deployed to Kuwait. from August, 2006 until August, 2007. He entered the Army in Au- gust of 2009 and continues to serve in Afganistan.

Rusty Bruinsma lived at Medina from August, 1990 until May, 2003. Rusty served in the Army from 2003 Jack Garza lived at Medina from to 2008 completing two tours in Iraq. August, 2000 until May, 2005. Jack entered the Air Force in 2008, continues to serve and is currently stationed in Germany. Jack completed a tour in Afganistan this past summer, returning to the states to get married before heading to Ger- many.

Nik Starr lived at Medina from April, Not Pictured: 2007 until May, 2009. Nik joined the Steven Humphrey is in the Marines Ashton Neher lived at Boles from Army in August, 2009 and continues and was a resident at Boles from 2005-2007 and is currently serving to serve. He is completing his first 2004-2008. as a Marine in Afghanistan. tour of duty in Afganistan.

7 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Arms of Hope Sports & Homecoming Festivities

Boles students learn the importance of teamwork Medina High School junior, The AOH Dallas Mustangs enjoyed and effort in football and in the game of life. Samuel Williamson, had a great a successful season thanks to their year on and off the field. dedication and long hours of practice.

With the creation of the new junior twirl team, young Medina students had the Medina students Andrew Landry and Sam- opportunity to learn new talents and discipline while supporting their team. uel Williamson led the Bobcats to another successful season including a playoff run.

Boles Homecoming Court fea- Medina Homecoming Court featured five of An AOH Dallas Mustang cheerlead- tured two of our students. Kor- our students including Kamille Miller, Ashley er shows off her Homecoming mum rina Bellamy was a Freshman Brady, Jessica McCain, Hanna Mason and Da- along with her beautiful smile. Attendant, and Mallory Wood kota Nelson (pictured above on bottom left). was a Senior Attendant. ArmsofHope.org 8 Reaching At-Risk Youth on Their Turf Fall in Texas is the cherished ture was filled with truth and prom- life into a community as the Arms of time when people of all ages cel- ise. Because these special people Hope Raiders became the beginning ebrate the great tradition of football. made time to be a part of my life, I of a ministry that is changing lives It’s the smell of a freshly cut field, was introduced to Christ on the ball across the state. While realizing the roar of the crowd, the sounds of field long before I was comfortable dreams do come true, Coach Drake cheerleaders supporting their team attending a church.” and Arms of Hope have begun an with boisterous enthusiasm, little Coach Drake works tireless- amazing journey focused on helping boys playing youth ball while anx- ly to share his faith and life experi- at-risk children right in the middle of iously awaiting their turn to repre- ences with children who are hurting their own neighborhoods. sent their high schools on Friday and in need of a boost to find their For 200 special boys and nights with hopes and dreams that way. Football is the avenue he uses girls, ages 5-14, from inner-city football might take them to college to teach the importance of strong San Antonio and Dallas, football and beyond. While a passion for character, good morals, academic and cheerleading in the Fall of 2010 many, football is often a lifeline, a achievement and the importance of seemed to be an impossibility. These welcome distraction from the pain family and community. “I remem- children were dreaming of a great sea- and despair associated with pover- ber meeting with Cynthia Hornsby son and the joy and hopes that come ty, homelessness and neglect for so (Executive Director of Davis Scott with it, but their families lacked the many children growing up in eco- Family YMCA in San Antonio) and resources to make it happen. Without nomically distressed neighborhoods. sharing our dream of ministering to a sponsor, they wouldn’t be able to Coach Terry Drake, Arms children whose circumstances were play and cheer. That’s when Coach of Hope – Director of Outreach so dire that they would not be able Drake and Arms of Hope stepped in. Ministry, is committed to provid- to enroll without assistance.” Coach Not only did Arms of Hope become ing disadvantaged children an op- Drake thoughtfully explains. “I was the sponsor of the Dallas Mustangs portunity to find a path lit by rays not sure how to react as I saw tears and the San Antonio Raiders, we be- of hope. His calling and his passion stream down her cheeks. After a mo- came their friends and mentors. are fueled by the desire to give often ment, Cynthia shook her head and This special partnership be- forgotten children a life of purpose asked if I had been listening to her gan before the season even started and redemption. “As a young boy, I prayers because she had been strug- when Arms of Hope hosted a “Celeb- was faced with very challenging cir- gling to find a way to help a special rity Character Camp” for all the play- cumstances and headed down a dan- group of children that she loved ers, cheerleaders and coaches. For- gerous path,” recalls Coach Drake. dearly.” mer NFL players taught the children “Through youth sports, I became Coincidence or providence? and coached the game of football, acquainted with caring and com- This meeting between two kindred and they also shared their inspira- passionate Christians who put their spirits who shared a strong faith and a tional testimonies about overcoming faith into action by ensuring my fu- love for struggling children breathed the obstacles of poverty and hardship

The fighting AOH Mustangs take the field during a game. Sharing in a Christian devotional before practice is part of the AOH Raiders’ routine.

9 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 to succeed in the classroom and in ties, advice and mentoring or host- mer events designed to encourage life. ing Christmas parties to ensure each and empower them to be successful. The partnership Arms of child experienced the joy of the sea- “These families and their communi- Hope shares with these children and son, Arms of Hope has become a part ties are going to know Arms of Hope their communities reaches far beyond of these communities in a meaning- is committed to seeing their chil- providing sponsorship to their athlet- ful way. dren have a hopeful future and that ic endeavors. Every week Arms of While we found great joy our partnership with them is for the Hope ministry staff led the teams in in building relationships with these long haul,” explains Troy Robertson, Christian devotionals, shared valu- children and families, our partnership Arms of Hope – Director of Campus able lessons about important life does not stop with Christmas gifts Ministries. “We are convicted by our skills and attended their games as we or even providing the children with faith of the importance of reaching became an active part of these com- their first Bibles. Arms of Hope is and helping those less fortunate, and munities. Whether through provid- staying in touch with our new friends we are committed to building bright- ing the children with much needed through direct communication as er futures for those children who are school supplies and other necessi- well as planning Spring and Sum- so often overlooked and forgotten.”

AOH Dallas Mustangs listen attentively as Troy Robert- AOH Outreach Ministry and Family Shade Tree provided son, AOH - Medina Campus Minister, encourages them the opportunity for Thurgood Marshall Elementary School with an inspirational message. students in Dallas to witness feats of strength and an inspirational message from Devin Wyman, former New Eng- land Patriot and Super Bowl Champion. Devin’s testimony of overcoming difficult circumstances to pursue his dreams of athletic and academic accomplishments was uplifting and inspiring to all.

Family Fun Day was special for the AOH Mustangs sharing time with the AOH ministry team and AOH Board Coach Terry Drake, Director of Outreach Ministry, sharing member Dr. Tom Winkler. a special moment of instruction with an AOH Raider.

ArmsofHope.org 10 Arms of Hope Christmas Parties & Holiday Blessings for our Children

11 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Leading by Example So often we see our young people easily influenced by celebrities like professional athletes. Our hope is that more young people will have the opportunity to share time with retired Texas Rangers pitcher and Arms of Hope advocate, Mike Munoz (pictured left). Mike has been a good friend to Arms of Hope and has been a great role model and encour- ager to many of the young people we serve. He believes in our cause and is always look- ing for a way to be involved. This past Christmas, Mike shared encouragement and gave thanks to a special group of high school students who were committed to making certain the children Arms of Hope is assisting through our Outreach Ministry Program had a very special Christmas. Mike accompanied Coach Terry Drake – AOH Director of Outreach Ministry and visited several area high schools to collect the Christmas gifts some very thoughtful students helped gather for our children. The student athletes at Red Oak, Ennis, Burleson and Mesquite Poteet High Schools and Navarro Junior College worked diligently to collect toys and essentials for over 200 AOH children. Mike encouraged these special volunteers to always focus on giving back to their communities and to focus first on those most in need. We are inspired by and thankful for the support Mike Munoz provides to Arms of Hope. My Redemption - A Mother’s Personal Testimony By Ashley N. - Arms of Hope - Medina Campus Resident I have been in the Arms of Hope Together Program since Decem- ber, 2009. Before entering the program, I lived a life that few could ever imagine. The world that I lived in was very dark. No matter what time it was when I walked outside, it was complete blackness. I was a very lonely and depressed person. I couldn’t look anyone in the eyes when they talked to me, much less look at myself in the mirror. I was beaten, homeless, and just a shell of a body for my children. I didn’t have friends, because if I couldn’t benefit from them in some way they were useless to me. My family didn’t want me around, and I was fresh out of a treatment center after being held hostage in a 10 year drug addiction. I hated who I had become. I hated the world and everyone in it. I have been here a little over a year. My life now is something I never thought possible. I am now 15 months clean and in my 2nd semester of college. What I think and how I feel matters today. I have a place for my children and me to call home. We eat dinner together every night. They know that I am there when they go to sleep, and they can count on me to be there when they wake up. I am completely involved in everything my children do, and I love every minute of it. Today, I can walk with my head held high. And, not only do I like myself, I love me. All of these things are great, and I deserve it. But, I want to add a couple of things - my children each wrote me a little letter for Valentine’s Day. From Kalie: Dear mom, I love you because you are my mom. I love you because you take care of me. I will always love you. You are the best mom ever! Love, Kalie From Dakota; “Why I Love You” I love you because you made our lives better. I love you so much until I die. You are the best at taking care of us. You give us the best love in the world. Love, Dakota NOW THAT’S REDEMPTION! Ashley N.

ArmsofHope.org 12 Aggies are famous for their traditions, and the Aggies For Christ one we like best is their annual visit to our campuses. Every year in early January before the spring semester begins, we are blessed by a visit from a group of students representing Aggies for Christ. This year was no exception as we enjoyed hosting more than 40 Aggies who came ready to serve and perform all the work we could put before them. Not even snow and freezing weather could slow them down. While we are very thankful for the labor they provide helping out around the campuses, we are eternally grateful for the time they spent bonding with impact medina & Boles and loving on the children and families in our care. “Having the Aggies come back every year is such a special thing for us,” shared one AOH teenager. “They take time to get to know me and understand what I have been through. Their encouragement and concern assures me that I am not facing my struggles alone.” Our AOH children and families are not the only ones who benefit. “Spending a week at Arms of Hope has changed my life,” shared one Aggie. “Sharing tears, laughter and encouragement with hurting youth gives me new inspiration.”

13 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 The Medina and Boles Campus residents attended “trunk Arms of Hope - Boles Campus celebrated Thanksgiving by and treat” at churches in Kerrville and Rockwall. The gathering together for a delicious Thanksgiving Feast. three Medina Campus Ball brothers, pictured above, enjoyed sporting their superhero costumes! Arms of Hope Happenings

Legacy, a singing group that originated at Lubbock Christian University, blessed the Boles Campus with a fantastic concert.

Fifteen residents from the Medina Campus received tickets from Valero Energy to the Alamo Bowl on December 29th to watch Oklahoma State vs. Arizona. Thank you Valero for your generosity!

In October, twelve Medina Campus moms were blessed to at- The Boles Administration Building recently underwent a tend the Women of Faith Conference at the Alamodome in San significant remodel that required extensive demolition and Antonio. Thousands attended this nationally recognized event. rewiring, opening up the front lobby and allowing the cre- Thanks to Amber Gunn for donating the tickets and to North- ation of a much needed conference room. The building west Church of Christ for offering free childcare for our fami- was originally built in 1967. lies! ArmsofHope.org 14 Campus Visitors

Steve Swann led a group of 16 volunteers from Valero Prestoncrest Church of Christ in Dallas brought two for a work day on the Medina Campus in October. They classes to Boles to work around campus, plant trees, cleaned cottages and built a sheep run. paint, power wash and set mailboxes.

The Performing Arts Conservatory of San Antonio per- Ladies from the Groesbeck Church of Christ came for formed for the Medina Campus and organized a clothing a first-time visit to the Boles Campus. They brought a and toy drive for the residents. Thank you Christopher van load of “wish list” items donated by their congrega- Fairbanks, Executive Director, for leading this effort and tion. Joe Brazell, Executive Director - Boles Campus, sharing the gifts of your talented group. gave them a tour of the beautiful campus, and the donated items were dropped off at the commissary for immediate use. Thank you Groesbeck for your love and support!

Arms of Hope congratulates Northland Christian School on a great football season! They finished with a record of 8-5, which was their first winning season in four years. The Medina Campus was blessed to provide the team Tquan Moore, a nationally acclaimed performing artist, with food and lodging on November 20th when they had entertained 150 Medina Campus residents and staff in a play-off game against Midland Christian at Tivy Sta- September. dium in Kerrville. 15 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Wayfaring Strangers Motorcycle Club brought forty members to Boles Campus and then rode five hours to the Medina Campus. They brought school supplies for the kids, prepared a meal for both campuses and spent time with Arms of Hope residents. vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv Arms of Hope-Medina Cam- pus thanks MacArthur Park Youth Group for coming out in January. Thirty teens worked alongside our residents picking up trash. They also prepared a great lunch for the entire campus, played games and had a devotional with our children.

ACU Students Make A Difference The ACU agricultural department, led by Emmett Miller, brought 28 students to work on our Arms of Hope - Medina Campus for a weekend in October. They cleared cedar, painted, made homecoming mums and cooked dinner for the campus. This was the largest and hardest working group they have ever brought. Thank you, ACU students, for making a difference in the lives of our residents!

ArmsofHope.org 16 Gibson Family - An Exquisite Legacy By Nathalie McDonald

Deemed a self-trained man with a tremendous acumen to recog- nize a bargain, H.R. Gibson devel- oped the novel concept of offering products to the public with the ben- H.R. & Belva Gibson pictured with their children and spouses. First row: Bill Pepper, Polly Pep- efit of wholesale pricing long before per, Bill Greer, Frances Greer, Elaine Gibson, Richard Gibson Second row (from left): Gerald the creation of Wal-Mart and Target Gibson, Barbara Gibson, Belva Gibson, H.R. Gibson, Pat Gibson & Herb Gibson. stores. Gibson Discount Stores, a used to create Wal-Mart stores. Both Medina Campus, but they also sup- mercantile empire, allowed Herbert men adapted the philosophy Gibson ported Boles Home. Mr. Gibson put Richard Gibson, a farm boy with a pioneered and deemed as “stack ‘em on an annual barbecue dinner for the seventh-grade education, to become high and sell ‘em low.” Walton once children at Boles. Richard Gibson’s a multimillionaire. He and his wife, came to a dinner hosted by the Oak earliest memory of his parents’ as- Belva Gibson, moved to Cliff Chamber of Com- sociation with Arms of Hope was Dallas in 1932 where they merce in Dallas, and driving to Boles on fourth of July opened a small whole- H.R. Gibson introduced trips where his father would set off sale store three years later. him to the crowd. Herb fireworks displays for the children. Then in 1957, H.R. and Gibson, Jr. recalls, “Sam Herb Gibson, Jr., along with his wife, Belva opened their first was a neat guy. He was Pat Gibson, have a strong connection discount store for the pub- a lot like my dad, as both with Boles Home as they adopted and lic in Abilene, Texas. At were Arkansas boys sell- raised a child from Boles. David was the peak of his career, H.R. ing stuff, and they had a six years old when they adopted him, Gibson, Sr. had 550 Gib- knack for what people and he was fortunate to have this fam- son’s stores in 38 states and wanted.” ily to grow up in. As Herb Gibson 3 foreign countries. There H.R. and Belva Gib- stated, “Medina and Boles are neat were around one-hundred son turned the stores places for kids who haven’t had such individuals who owned over to their sons in 1972 a place to go.” Gibson’s franchises who and then focused their became millionaires. H.R. Gibson as a boy. concentration on their H.R. Gibson and Sam Walton, trade shows. H.R. Gibson passed founder of Wal-Mart and Sam’s Clubs, away in 1986, and Belva followed were both great promoters who had a him in death in 1989. While there are lot in common. Back when Sam Wal- still a few remaining Gibson’s stores, ton was with Ben Franklin’s stores, the Gibson family no longer has a fi- he inquired about franchise opportu- nancial interest in any of them. nities with Gibson’s, but nothing ever The Gibsons were known for materialized. In many ways, the busi- their philanthropic hearts, and they ness plan Gibson created by offering gave millions of dollars to organiza- products to the public with whole- tions and universities they believed sale pricing was much like the busi- in. They not only contributed funds H.R. Gibson and the sign with his philoso- ness model Sam Walton eventually to help build three buildings on the phy: “Where You Buy the Best for Less”

17 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 The H.R. Not only ative way to help Arms of Hope. The Gibson Cottage on were H.R. and sale of these exquisite pieces will help the Medina Cam- Belva Gibson the children and single-mother fami- pus, commonly re- great philanthro- lies in Arms of Hope’s care find a new ferred to as “H.R. pists, but they in- beginning. While Arms of Hope is Cottage” was con- stilled the same often the benefactor of tangible prop- structed in 1974 as generous nature erty like real estate and other valuable a result of an idea H.R. Cottage in each of their items, to date there has never been a Mr. and Mrs. H.R. Gibson had at a children. In 2008, their oldest child, jewelry collection of this nature do- benefit dinner for Medina Children’s Mary Frances Gibson-Greer Robin- nated. Home. They funded the majority of son, passed away and left her family Several other members of the the cost to build the cottage and chal- jewels to Arms of Hope. Many of Gibson family continue to be among lenged other indi- these originally Arms of Hope’s largest supporters, viduals, friends and belonged to her including sons, Richard and Herb churches to fund the mother. Belva Gibson, and grandson, Glen Gibson. completion of the Gibson and her “You don’t give because your par- project. As the sto- daughter, Fran- ents do. You give because it is where ry goes, Mrs. Gib- ces, beautifully your heart sends you,” stated Richard Belva Cottage son decided since wore the elegant Gibson. Arms of Hope is extremely there was an H.R. Cottage, there also pieces in this fine collection. One of grateful for the legacy H.R., Belva needed to be a cottage named after the Gibson sons laughed as he told and Mary Frances left behind, and her. Therefore, another cottage was the story of Belva Gibson travelling we’re thrilled their family continues built and named “Belva”. In 1979, to Alberquerque, New Mexico, for to assist Arms of Hope by touching the Medina Campus Social Services a new Gibson’s lives and reaching generations. building, which is now the Hospital- store open- ity Center, was completed. It was ing where she funded by a significant gift from helped sack at a the Gibsons along with help from check-out stand. Estate the Moody Foundation, MCH board It wasn’t until members and other contributors. later she realized In addition to playing a ma- that her 6 carat Jewels jor role in the construction of three diamond wed- buildings on the Medina Campus, the ding ring had Gibsons were known for hosting par- fallen off in one ties in the warehouse behind the Gib- of the sacks! Mary Frances Gibson- son’s headquarters where they would As Herb Gib- Greer Robinson 1929-2008 have fun activities for children from son recalled, the home during visits to Dallas. Bill “Someone got a good deal that day!”. Brown, former Medina Board Chair- The ring was never recovered, and man for 23 years, stated, “If it weren’t one of the finest pieces left to Arms Exquisite Jewel Collection from for H.R. and Belva Gibson, Arms of of Hope is a 6.26 carat diamond wed- The Estate of Mary Frances Gibson-Greer Robinson Hope would not be the wonderful or- ding ring surrounded by four half car- An Auction Benefitting ganization that it is today.” He has at diamonds and two baguettes. It is memories of needs for specific items believed that this was Belva Gibson’s on campus and the Gibsons sending replacement wedding ring. The do- Gibson jewels will be auctioned to truck loads of merchandise to help nation of this twenty-two piece jewel benefit Arms of Hope. Send inquiries to meet those needs. collection was a wonderful and cre- [email protected]

ArmsofHope.org 18 Arms of Hope Abilene Benefit Dinner Pictured from left to right: ACU President, Dr. Phil Schubert giving invocation, Michael Weisinger (AOH resident) speaking, AOH Board member, Ken Baker with wife Tam- my Baker browsing the artwork made by AOH residents, Representa- tive Bob Hunter acting as Master of Ceremo- nies On November 20, 2010, Arms of Hope supporters gathered on the campus of Abilene Christian University for the An- nual Abilene Benefit Dinner. The invocation was given by ACU President, Dr. Phil Schubert. A beautiful painting was completed on stage by ACU art students, Chloe Hodge & Kimmy McNiece, and then auctioned off to benefit Arms of Hope. Representative Bob Hunter served as Master of Ceremonies, and Kevin McDonald (AOH CEO) was the Key- note Speaker. The highlight of the evening, however, was hearing Arms of Hope residents share their stories of hope and triumph. The wonderful evening was concluded in a benediction given by Jared Mosley, ACU Athletic director. AOH Rocks Abilene Christian University Summit Jim “The Rookie” Morris is a wonderful spokesperson for Arms of Hope. Morris joined Kevin McDonald (AOH President & CEO), Terry Drake (AOH Direc- tor of Outreach Ministry) and Troy Robertson (AOH Campus Minister) in speaking at ACU Summit. The team spoke on three consecutive days about reaching out to disadvantaged children in our communities. Pictured from left to right: Troy Robertson (Medina Cam- pus Minister), Kevin McDonald (AOH CEO), Jim Mor- ris (Former pro baseball player and AOH spokesperson) and Terry Drake (AOH Director of Outreach Ministry).

San Antonio Golf Tournament Dallas Golf Tournament

Over 120 golfers gathered on Monday September 13, The Dallas Charity Drive was held on October 4, 2010, to enjoy a beautiful day on the greens of Canyon 2010, at Woodbridge Golf Club in Wylie, Texas. The Springs Golf Club in San Antonio along with delicious double flight tournament had a great turnout with 55 food provided by Papouli’s and Las Palapas. Tourna- teams and over 200 golfers. Thank you to all of our ment underwriters, BDI, Valero and Trotter & Morton, great sponsors, especially our Tournament Title Spon- along with our numerous sponsors and supporters helped sors, RSI Crating & Packing and LinkEx, and to all to raise over $25,000 for the residents of Arms of Hope. the golfers who came out and shared their day with us.

19 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Medina Campus Residents Participate in the Bandera County Jr. Livestock Show After spending months taking care of their animals, 15 children residing on the Medina Campus were able to show off their hard work at the Bandera County Jr. Livestock Show in January. Four students raised and showed pigs, and eleven students raised and showed lambs. Raising animals for the livestock show helps teach our children the importance of being responsible and the value of having a strong work ethic. Our students were responsible for the daily care of their animals including feeding, exercising, grooming and training for the show ring. These life lessons were reinforced as our children were able to enjoy the fruits of their labor by receiving the benefit of the profit realized by selling their animals. These students will now be able to learn how to be good stewards of these funds with the opportunity to manage the saving and spending of these proceeds on important things like education and necessities. A special thank you to Curtis Bedrich (pictured right), Barbara and George Sharman (pictured far right), Ike Crad- dock, Glenn Long (K&G Plaza Meat Market), Mandy Barton, Heath LeSturgeon Construction, Faglie Tree Service and Ce- dar Products, AOH donors and several members of the AOH staff for purchasing our residents’ animals at the sale.

ArmsofHope.org 20 Memorials Received 5/31/10-2/28/11 Aaron, Kenneth H. Cheryl Burke Betty Jean Brass, Beulah Hunter Burke Delton & Darlene Mullins Donald & Sue Burke Roy & Kay Roberts Jerry & Glenda Burnett Donald & Sue Burke Ackermann, Reuben Gerald & Bobbye Crouch Biar, Edna Elizabeth Braswell, Reid Burke, John David J. C. & Roberta Brockman Dorothy Curby E. H. & Shirley Garner Scott & Rachel Williams Bill & Jodeen Aven Joyce Chapa Leonard & Patricia Driskell Bibby, Margaret Breeden, Lanelle Donald & Sue Burke Frank & Barbara Greenway Eastside Church of Christ Harold & Carole Warmann Robbie & Bonnie Caldwell Burke, Paul Charles & Deanie Hartman Lisa Hudanich Bible, Linda Joseph & Linda Weir Donald & Sue Burke John Jockusch David & Patricia Jones Michele Smith Brewer, Jackie Burke, Jr., Frank M. Jean McCoy Dennis & Patricia Kos Bingham, Ruby Mae Joe & Linda Cleaves Mr. & Mrs. Stephen Wells Acuff, Dottie Bill & Joyce McCurdy Dorothy Hinds Fern Loeckle Burks, Prentiss Terry & Carolyn Redwine Fred & Ann Olson Birdsong, B. Brian, Mary Joene Mr. & Mrs. Gene Baker Adams, Bonita Earlene Danny & Mabel Pearce Mr. & Mrs. James Trapp Bill & Dolores Barrow John & Carrie Casada Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Timothy & Katherine Pownell Birdsong, Eldora Brice, Jr., Boston Neta Fowler Adams, Marion F. Terry & Donna Wallis David & Cathey Brooks Baker’s Contracting Burner, Delta Homer Kelly Donald & Dana Webb Perry & Dot Williamson Bridges, Mary Grace Minnie Harris Adams, Vera Averitt, Sr., Kenneth Rowe Black, Helen Marie Watson Glenn & Sandra Grigsby Burnett, Mary Scott & Rachel Williams Mr. & Mrs. Stephen A. Wells Nancy Palmer Bridges, Maxine Hope Fullwood Afford, Moneta Avery, W.C. “Bill” Blackstone, Viola Dickie & Betty Ewing Mr. & Mrs. Fullwood A. B. 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Mr. & Mrs. David Clay Burk, Sue Ingram Shirley Johnson & Family Leita Baten Ben & Bobbie Scirratt Bragg, Dan Westminster Church of Christ Mr. & Mrs. Charles Kubacak Cindy, Hannah, Hailey & Berkau, Charles Pat Downing Burke, Grady Don Bill & Alice Mackinnon Hunter Burke Cordelia Berkau Stone David & Jenny Trout Cindy, Hannah, Hailey & Billye Miars 21 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Jimmy & Vickie Powell Coffee, James Couchman, Mr. Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Linda Cause Barbara Reeves Judy Bourdeaux Brack Theresa Dyer Davidson, Dick Chris & Carla Parker Mr. & Mrs. Bert Shipp Thomas & Marika Burton Cox, Albert Mr. & Mrs. Mark Bell Duncan, Joe Skillman CofC Class 4 Russell & Janice Busbee Ron & Susan Cox Davidson, Mary Helen Kathryn McClain Skillman Church of Christ Robert Curtis Cox, Karen Minnie Harris Durham, Paul Elders & Wives Jack & Susan Eiteljorg Minnie Harris Davies, Ray David & Opal Seals Martha Rita Vaughan Marti Gistaro Cox, Walter Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Dunn, Ray Johnnie Zinger Patricia Halfacre Karen Ward Davis, Anita Jane Charlie & Nora Carswell Carden, Randy Herbst Vet. 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C.” Dan Dearing Family Gibson, Billy Minnie Harris Buzz & Donnie Williamson Floyd Trefny Art Garner Family Wilma Deaver Guerrero, Carlos Joey & Lyn Woolley Hubbard, Bob Heritage Bank Gibson, Jay Wayne Pecan Grove Church of Christ Hendrix, Paul Ernest & Mary Wesner Liberty National Bank Rex & Malissa Baugh Guest, Charles Gary & Cecelia Bingham Hudgins, Manley Employee Club Jerry & Sheila Christian Cindy Mitchell David & Martha Davy Kim & Marsha Alexander Mekusukey Oil Co., LLC Percy & Anne Francis Gulley, Mrs. David R. 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Hall Karen Holland Johnny & Kay White Jones, June Gilliam, Ruth Hall, Louis Hentzen, Kyle Hulme, Wanita Keith & Charolette Bollman Andrews Church of Christ Gary & Cecelia Bingham Marion & Billie Glover Harold Hulme Mr. & Mrs. Claude Jones Glass, Welton Hall, Ralph Hernandez, Aaron Humphrey, Marjorie Lamar County Soil & Water Glen & Joyce Hornsberger Virgie Hopson Glenn Maddux Foster & Glenda Ramsey Conservation Dist. Prather Ricky and Glenda Hall, Richard Herndon, Ray Hutchinson, Joan Carol Jones, LaJuana Glover, Tom Mr. & Mrs. Charles Whatley Gary & Jean Early Joel Smith Kenny P. Gardner Mr. & Mrs. John Bradley Hamilton, Timothy R. Herzing, Elizabeth Nell Ince, James James & Norma Hill Godwin, Clarice Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Lester & Sue O. Scott Hope Fullwood Plano East Church of Christ Allen & Patty Pharis Hansen, Edith Hicks, Red Mr. & Mrs. Fullwood Jones, William Earl Golden, Geneva Abell Companions Weldon & Wannah Hartley Scott & Lisa Fullwood Blanco Church of Christ Jerry & Dorothy Pearce Hantman, Carol Sue Hightower, Jr., J. L. Deanna Holladay Jordan, James Douglas “Jim” Goodlett, Virgie Jerry Hantman Billie Hightower Donna Parker Joseph & Charline McKay Kim & Marsha Alexander Richard & Ann Lester Hill, Annie Gary & Frances Pieper Jordan, John Fred & Barbara Bowlin Hardison, Lillian Larry & Judy Tullos Tere & Vicki Lawrence Dortha Poole Virginia Little Mitchell Family - Jim, Alta, Hill, Don James Ray Justice, Boyd L. Mr. & Mrs. Terry Redwine Jimmy & Tom Irvin, Zack Neil & Jackie Furrh

23 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Duane & Suzanne Mock Lang, Cora Manos, Ray Harley McIlroy Mark & Maria Lawless Keane, Kathryn Lacy Marvin Schweppe John & Whitney Schwoyer McKnight, Donald Wayne Lott Marketing Tim & Caroline Denison Lang, L. M. Wayne & Regan Walker Helen McKnight Lawrence & Pat Martin Kabbes, III, Francis William Jena Shepherd Donella Wood McKnight, Randy Thomas & Joan Matthews Patrick & Lori Willey Langford, Gary Marshall, Howard Helen McKnight Matt & Dot Miller Keefer, Esta Jewel Mickey & Shawna Spencer Janice Zitelman McKnight, W. B. Eleanor O’Neal Jane Eubanks Largent, David Marshall, Leola Helen McKnight Virgil & Dorrace Poe Keeton, Florene Kevin & Jana Largent Jerry & Kay Kennedy McPherson, Loran George & Charlotte Richards Louise & Robin Miller Billy & Cindy Yates Marshall, Nelson Weaver & Geraldine Mills, Jr. Antone & Cecile Sacker Kelly Lashley, Gary Wanda Hinton McRae, Walter Mr. & Mrs. Ray Scott Scott & Rachel Williams Tom & Lucy Fullerton Martin, Andrea Luthringer Bill & Carolyn Morris Margaret Slaid Kennedy, Alan Latimer, Mildred John & Barbara Estes McWatters, Charles F. Janice, Angela & T. J. Mr. & Mrs. Don Storm Louise Wren-Little Martin, Don Peter & Darlene Kilpatrick Spradlin Kennedy, Mandi Lawrence, Larry Jerry, Sarah & Shelly Eloise McWatters Robert & Debbie Starling Dorothea Campbell Tom & Lucy Fullerton Swindell Meador, Margie Ron & LaNell Taylor Kenser, Gayle Allan & Nancy London Martin, Gilbert L. Todd & Suzanne Miller Ray & Jane Thompson Kenneth Plew Lay, Lloyd Tomie Johnson Meals, James Terry & Donna Wallis Key, Brad & Bret Mr. & Mrs. Philip Houston, Jr. Mason, Mildred M. Joan Phillips Morris, Don Thomas Pud & Wilma Owens Leach, Joseph Bill & Sammie Kingston Means, Charles Monroe Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Kimberlin, Billie Randy & Barbara Nicholson Massey, Charles Raymond Bruce & Julia Barnard Morton, Nell Willis Bob & Crystal Andrews Leahy, Nancy Ken & Tammy Baker Todd Keuper Lois Dockens Kimberlin, Lyndel Debbie Starling Gary & Cecelia Bingham Mecke, Aline Wanda Musick Robert & Crystal Andrews LeBlanc, Annabelle Bliss Massingill, Jessie Charlie Mike Mecke Dee Rhoads Kimbrell, James Tommy & Myla Phillips Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Medders, Harvey Marjorie Thompson Fred & Ann Olson Lechler, Wilma Mathews, Velma Anne Medders Johnson Mosley, Danny King, Carlos Mr. & Mrs. Lloyd Felps Blossom Church of Christ Medlin, Don Dennis & Fara Doggett David & Ann Corbin Lee, Daniel Don Mathis, Gayle Decatur Church of Christ Mosley, Martha King, Richard Linda Cause Bob & Crystal Andrews Meier, Edward Don & Sue Burke Clint Johnson Lee, Ernie Mauney, Nellie Lynn Brantley Muckleroy, Jim Craig Johnson Charles & Mary Ann Franzke Minnie Harris Mickey, Charlie Laura Muckleroy Tomie Johnson Lee, Jessie Mauney, Thomas H. Roger & Lesa Pinkerton Munday, E. V. Kinney, Thena Inez Joe Dale & Karen Minnie Harris Miles, Bea Wayne & Ruth McFadden Madelyn Beene Dickerson & Family May, Ralph & Sally Glendon & Brenda Womble Munoz, Jr., Lucio Don & Mary Edwards LeFan, Jackie Bobby & Glenda Fowler Miller, Olga Tannahill Benjamin & Kerri Schaefer Kirby, Linda James LeFan Max Sally Carthel Muns, Richard L. Robert & Crystal Andrews LeNoir, Doc Jim Litle Nick & Mary Kosmitis Scott & Rachel Williams Kirk, Janet Bill & Linda Sadler McCain, Jeannette Georgia Meadows Murley, Warren T. Bill & Lily Jo Abston Leutebeucher, Caroline Phyllis McGee Richard & Cathy Tannahill Wanda Cook Bill Kiker Mr. & Mrs. Arnold Anderson McCarley, Wanda John & Sherri Taylor Myracle, John Mr. & Mrs. Charles Lewis, Earline Bill & Regena Cooper Jack & Betty Yovanovich John & Lorene Hawk McKinney William S & Vanda Powers McCasland, John Mitchell, Inez Myren, Larry Bob & Lynn Packer List, David Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Mr. & Mrs. Johnny Dixon Gary & Cecelia Bingham James & Sheila Withrow Decatur Church of Christ McClellan, Roma Lee L. R. & Mary Ann Gafford Myrick, Elizabeth Jo Ann Kite, David Lee Little, Maxine J. Lakeview Church of Christ Montfort, Kenneth Harber Lester & Della Kite Gloria Ribbeck McCloskey, Faze Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Knox, Raymond D. Livingston, Alice Macon and Mamie Rathburn Moon, Bobby Nance, Philip A Nancy Shankle Ruth Oldham McCool, Bill Decatur Church of Christ Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Pearce Krauss, Roy Loggains, Eugene Karen Moreland Mooney, Luke Naylor, June Ellen Felts Dennis & Rhonda Peacock Essie Pearson Charles & Shirley McKinney J. R. & Mary Holbein Bob & Helen Langehennig Lookabaugh, Vera McCormick, Bobby Moore, Frank Neathery, Charlene Tommy & Wanda Tomlinson Jim & Carol Hudson Ronnie & Diane Tomlinson Weldon &Sandra Kelley Orville & Cecilia Head Kress, Harriet Lott, Ray McDaniel, Tommie Jo Moore, Milton & Mary Ann Nelson, Velma Belton Church of Christ Billy Mullins, Sr. Zada Tillman Maurya E. Hill Betty Jordan Krippel, Bill Love, Bobby McElroy, Emily Moore, Patricia Ann Netardus, Eugene Mr. & Mrs. Tom Matthews Ray & Jane Blackwell Charles & Peggy Rountree Patton Lane Church of Christ Mr. & Mrs. Philip Houston, Jr. Kruse, Mozelle Lowe, Glynn Shirley Walters Morgan, Raymond Nettles, Geraldine T. C. & Beth Hughes Karen Moreland McElroy, Ted David Sanchez Mary Bass Fred & Ann Olson Lucke, Billie Phyllis Hunsinger Morgner, Gerry Nettles, Les & Raye Lackey, Albert Earl Lelon Ginn McFarland, Robert & Bill & Mary Killough Stanley & Jo Boyd Wayne & Nelda Fry Ludwig, Freddie Ivadell Morris, Bonnie Newell, Leon Carol E. King Orlo M. Woodcock Baker’s Contracting Gary & Cecelia Bingham Gary & Cecelia Bingham Lacy, L. G. Lum, John Wayne McGee, Clifton Morris, Don Kirby Charles & Jeni Carroll Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Scott & Rachel Williams Annetta McGee Bill & Barbara Amstead Weldon & Vickie Day Lamb, Rosie Bell Lunsford, Herman McGee, Esther Ken & Tammy Baker Barnell & Catherine Hays Edna Capers Pecan Grove Church Anne Vanderburg Benton & Paula Baugh Nezami, Alex Lambert, Roy Lyon, Bill McGuire, Gloria Mary Lou Berry Fred & Ann Olson Bob & Crystal Andrews Ronnie & Diane Tomlinson Lee McGuire Tim & Ellen Berry Nichols, Paul Lancaster, J. D. & Machalek, Henry & Dorothy McKnight, Jr, Millard Brignon, Billie Mr. & Mrs. Jess Nichols Nannie Mae Cynthia Daley Freeman “Mid” Bettie Brown Nichols, Tolbert David & Evelyn Lancaster Madden, O. A. Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Eddie Campbell Ray & Janis McGee Landis, Guy Wilma Madden McMillan, Judy Dorothy Curby Glendon & Brenda Womble Jim & Carol Hudson Maddox, Charles Gary & Cecelia Bingham Tim & Caroline Denison Nicholson, N. L. “Nick” Lang, C. D. Don & Sue Sample McPherson, Sylvia Mr. & Mrs. John Donelon Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Marion & Billie Glover Mann, Linda Bendell Steve & Cecelia Pryce Hazel Klug Nickerson, Doug Boots & Judy Harris Robert & Crystal Andrews McIlroy, Dorothy Jean Law Martha Ethridge

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Byrd Glenn & Rita Murphy Norris, Joe & Kathryn Velta Baldwin Dortlinger Robinson, Kyle Mike & Tenna Murphy & Jane Hall Pearson, Dorothy Priest, Cliff Bob & Cheryl Greenwalt Family Norris, Justin Charles Williams Family Ken & Pat Elliott Robinson, Nannie Gary & Virginia Wagner Bill & Theresa Casparis Peebles, Elmer Pritchard, Rosalee Keith Stakes Sessions, Buddy David & Martha Davy Mr. & Mrs. John Bradley Christ Chapel Roder, Frank James & Wally Tackett Will & Melia O’Dell Peel, Aaron Prock, Hurl Ken & Pat Elliott Sessions, Sonny Oden, Wayne Mr. & Mrs. Harrell Mr. & Mrs. Mark Bell Rogers, Laverne Keith & Janice Collier Eloise McWatters Pegg, Myrtle Pruitt, Marjorie Hope Fullwood Shelton, James Odom, Roy Reita McFadden Jim & Carol Hudson Mr. & Mrs. Fullwood Marion & Billie Glover Mr. & Mrs. Philip Houston, Jr. Pehl, Freida Pryor, Bruce & Billie Scott & Lisa Fullwood Shipley, Mary Odum, Tom Kelton & Ann Duecker Loretta Williams Clymer Romer, Myrtle Lea Kenneth Lowrie Virgie Hopson L’Roy Family Puckett, F. Austin Charles & Ruth Cox Shockey, Fannie Offutt, Lonnie Pennington, Eloise Lillian Puckett Miriam Powell James & Norma Hill Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Michele Smith Quarles, Peggy John, Melanie, Blake, & Plano East CoC Okata, Katsumi “Charley” Perdue, Cecil Keith & Charolette Bollman Adam Taylor Shoemake, Steve Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Decatur Church of Christ Radford, Legirtha Mae Jo Wheeler Keith & Charolette Bollman Oller, Gayle Perkins, Bob Howard Pfeffer Women’s Transportation Mr. & Mrs. Neil Collard Helen Abbott Layman Shirley Garner Ramsey, Mira Marie Club of Houston Sarah Smith Ottenstein, Steve Frankie King Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Rowan, Robert E. Shultz, Geraldine Jerry & Glenda Burnett Perry, Elna Vern Ray, Edmond Sam & Cheryl Ellis Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Overhultz, Tony Don & Susie Ross Robert Draper Ruckman, Don Sijul, Jesta Guy & Mary Edwards Peters, Ellajean Mary (Draper) Fleming Rose Love & Family Minnie Harris Overhultz, W. C. & Elizabeth Bruce & Lynn Jackson Bobbye (Draper) Petty Vanda Powers Simmons, Joe W. Guy & Mary Edwards Petty, Phillip Reece, Helen Richardson Russell, Bill Kurt & Jean Simmons Owen, Alton E. William & Janis Wingo John & Lorene Hawk Bobby Russell Simpson, Pollyanna Patsy & Joy Holland Pharr, Mabel Reed, Bobby Russell, Billy Jann McGuire Robert Hunt Sam & Cheryl Ellis Grant & Lucille Bible Harold & Carole Warmann Singh, Bhanmattie Owen, Jess & Alice Pherigo, Truman Reed’s Mother, Bridget Russell, Bobby Henry & Ella Vone West Gary & Ellen Owen Jerry & Linda Robertson Essie Pearson Mr. & Mrs. Claude Jones Singleton, Ernest Owens, James Nolan “Toots” Phillips, Glenda Reeve, Mrs. Allo Russell, Clarice Harbison Jeff & Betty Branch Wilma Owens Mr. & Mrs. Claude Jones Gene & Coleta Bruce Medley Sloan, Mr. & Mrs. Turney Owens, John Phillips, T. J. Regan, Brenda Walt & Gwen Berry Neal & Marsha Sloan Jack D. Owens Laura Sharp David Sanchez Nora Crower Smith, Cedric David Oxford, James Pierson, Danielle Reyes, Felix Frank & Wilma Forsythe Suzanne Yelverton Barbara Oxford Jimmy R. Hudson Lisa Long Ruth Harbison Smith, Lawrence Parish, Arnold Benjamin “Ben” Pigmon, Rex Lee Reynolds, Bobby Jenefer Lee Curtis & Molly Bedrich Wyndell & Elva Joyce Ferrell Terry & Carolyn Redwine Lola Vallandingham Floy Dell Lindesmith Smith, Nathan Wilma Fowler Pipes, Pasy Rice, Dee Dee Russell, John Mr. & Mrs. James Hill Cindy Kennemer Mary B. McMullian Terry, Carolyn & Hadley David Sanchez Plano East Church of Christ Katherine Parish Pirkey, Lois Redwine Ryan, Patricia Ann Teddlie Charles & Rita Raper Wesley Parish Margie Hodgson Richards, Herb Tamara Heironimus Smith, Robert (Bob) Pauline Rodgers Pitts, Clara Fern Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Sanchez, Sheryl Beene Mr. & Mrs. G.O. McCommon Springer Family Weaver Mills, Jr. Richards , Pete & Margaret Mr. & Mrs. Gary Marler Smith, Vickie Robert & Mary Stech Pitts, Harold Wayne Judy Bouldin Scarborough, Billy Claude & Frances Thompson Edward & Verdie Wellborn Lumberton Church of Christ Marjorie Duffy Claude & Charlotte Smith, W. A. “Bill” Parker, Dolores Larue Poe, Paul Richardson, Cecil Moehlman Amy Dye Connie Ausmus Garon Bates Lee & Iris Hatfield Scarborough, Christine Florence Smith Ana Bel Bartley Garon & Mildred Bates Richardson, Frank Sam & Cheryl Ellis Smithey, Billy L. W. Bassett Pollard, Kenneth & Melba Henry & Ella Vone West Schaefer, Malachi Harold & Carole Warmann Neil & Sherry Collard Guy & Mary Edwards Richter, Esther Beenjamin & Kerri Schaefer Snead, Jennie Fern (Jinx) Carol Hindman Pounds, Clifford Jerome & Jeri Pechal Schbeider, William P. Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Dana Hoog James & Ganelle Ford Riddle, Doris Therrill C. Hughes Sojourner, Rita Doris, Brandy & Kenny Powell, Arradel Minnie Harris Schiller, Billy Ronnie & Diane Tomlinson Kennedy Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Riggs, Martha Raymond Fowler South, Raegan Brooke Leston & Lareece Maggard Powell, Perry “P. J.” Fred & Barbara Bowlin Schneider, William “Bill” Lola Vallandingham Jean O’Neal Wendle & Sylvia Northam Jack & Glenda Fry Mary N. Bollman Southby, Leona Greg & Linda Patton Powell, Willa Riley, Elizabeth Schumacher, Robert J. Bruce Murphy Wanda Smallwood Clinton & Jenelle Moore Irene McKenzie Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Sowell, Albert Jack & Doris Wooldridge & Prater, Eloise S. Ritchey, Lola Scott, Barbara Myra Northcutt Family Craig & Trish Sebek Ken & Betty Plew Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Spake, Ray Anna Zant Presley, Enos R. Peggy Plew Scott, Dorothy Scott & Rachel Williams Parker, Janice Ray & Gloria Presley Ritter, Frank D. S. Bickenbach Spears, Ray Elmer & Charlene Hanz Prestien, Derek S. Mickey & Shawna Spencer Orville & Cecilia Head Roger & Judy Armstrong Parks, Shelly Bob & Crystal Andrews Rivers, Vayne Scott, Jettie Speer, Lenton 25 Reaching Generations - Spring 2011 Jerry & Glenda Burnett Swindell, Mr. & Mrs. W. T. Faye Van Winkle Whitfield, Mary Harold Hulme Spence, Lorraine Jerry, Sarah & Shelly Vance, Beth Gary & Cecelia Bingham Womble, Edna Coleto Creek Employee’s Swindell Bruce & Lynn Jackson David & Martha Davy Jerry & Ruth Ann Jones Fund Swinger, Nora Lee Vermillion, Johnny Whitmire, Naomi Harvey & Patsy Milton Jerry & Rose Rath Decatur Church of Christ Dallas & Diane Dill Joyce Neuhold & Family Oak Ridge Church of Christ Staggs, Guyetta Tarbet, Faye Vickery, Dixie Billie Brazell Wommack, Jim Estill Staggs Jerry & Ruth Ann Jones Alan Green Whitt, John Scott & Rachel Williams Stallings, Katheeen Taylor, Vera Mr. & Mrs. Joel Green & Susan Ford Wood, Veta Scott & Rachel Williams Earl & Junya Beth Craig Family Whitworth, Jeffery Glenis Miles Stanglin, Ernie Lee J. Craig Family Vines, John Carol Baggerley Woodall, Lavell Jerry, Sarah & Shelly Herb & Bobbye Haynes N. H. Williams Dana Hoog Norris Family Swindell Steve & Cynthia Lewis Voss, Darlene Wick, Lee & Lois Woodall, W. L. Stanton, Edith Nell McFadin Randy & Barbara Nicholson Larry & Barbara Royal Bob & Crystal Andrews Orlo Woodcock Jim Bob & Candy Nance Wade, Emma Wick, Lois Woodard, Charles Dwayne Loyd Wright Steve & Jo Sandifer Bobby & Linda Harkins Donald & Joan Brooks Dwight & Mary Woodard Starr, Travis Greg & Donna Scoggin Wade, Paula Jimmy & Joy Cloud Woodard, Robert Minnie Harris Therwhanger, Bob Mr. & Mrs. Clint Kirkpatrick Margaret Dame Willis B Springfield Steele, Liz Joel Smith Wade, Sam James & Dorothy Doss Woodroof, Frances Damon & Sally Ball Thompson, D. L. John & Lorene Hawk Jimmy D. Foy Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Stekly, Lillian Mrs. Allen Cook Walker, James Priscilla Garrett Woodson, Dolores Anonymous Thompson, E. M. “Jody” Sarah Smith Neil & Marsha Haney Jerry & Alta Murray Stephens, Azalea Joyce Chapa Walker, Kadena Sewell Norvell & Sybil Holveck Frances Perkins Minnie Harris Bea Dougherty Kenneth Sewell Leslie Jennings’ Family Woodward, Robert Stephens, Milton Frank & Barbara Greenway Walker, Lee Chet & Beverly Moore Mr. & Mrs. Randy Nicholson Ronnie & Diane Tomlinson Mr. & Mrs. Bavard Hill Carolyn Fox Donnie Muenster Edward & Sherry Secor Steuart, Ola Lee Scott & Debra Isham Wallace, Bobbie Jack & Sidney Payne Willis Springfield Mona Aldridge Norene Moore Bennie & Patricia Cathey Lawrence & Margaret Wagner Worthy, Noel Mickey & Sharon Charlton Karen Moreland Bobbie Nell Wright John & Bonnie Wood Mr. & Mrs. Don Storm Lahoma Cox Mr. & Mrs. Dan Phillips Wallace, Edgar Alexander Williams, Albert Wren, Dorothy Pat Davis Lynn & Alene Turner “Alex” Mr. & Mrs. Peter Brien Jean Wren Beth Davis Thompson, Harold Dickie and Ann Robertson Williams, Anne Wright, Hadley Ted & Angie Davis Virgie Hopson Wampler, Patricia Lonnie E. 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