VOLUNTEERS
Volunteer Spotlight Summer 2024 - Bill & Patti Thomas
"We saw the Pearls at church, and we wanted to know more about the ladies and the House of Pearls. After going to the HOP with a volunteer, we were drawn to this great ministry."
"Having a family member who is a drug addict has given us a heart for those in addiction and those with a desire for a life change. These ladies are starting over in life, and knowing others care and do not look down on them is so important. It is a privilege to get to love on the Pearls and encourage them as they go through the program. We try to be a blessing to them, but they are always a greater blessing to us. God is constantly performing miracles at the HOP, and watching the transformation that takes place is priceless. "
Bill & Patti volunteer in many ways, all very special. They bring a dessert to share once a month after dinner and just spend some time in fellowship with our Pearls. What they don't understand is that it's more than dessert and fellowship. It shows women who sometimes have never seen a healthy relationship between a husband and wife, what that looks like. How a man should treat his wife. How a couple should love and respect each other.
Bill & Patti are also very faithful to remember each Pearl on her birthday and when she reaches the half way mark at 6 months, they take them out to a special lunch. All the Pearls look forward to these special days.
Most times addiction robs families of trust and sometimes that looks unloving. Volunteers such at Bill & Patti are at House of Pearls to fill that void while healing takes place.
These acts of love and kindness remind the Pearls that they are loved and valued, despite the challenges they may be facing, by many other people but most importantly by God.
House of Pearls welcomes volunteers with a variety of skills. Some examples of our needs include
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Resale Shop helpers
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Ministry by mentors
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Transportation
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Educators in life skills, including finances, emotional self care, etiquette, personal hygiene, nutrition, and so on
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House maintenance
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Grounds maintenance
To begin your process of becoming a House of Pearls volunteer, either at the house or in the shop, please complete this