Bridges To Sudan Newsletter: Feb 2010

'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future,' Jeremiah 29:11

Christmas Party for Kids	2
Partnership with Fazzini’s	2
Winn Dixie FORE	2
Children’s Programs	3
Upcoming Events!	3

Bridges to Sudan Newsletter

February 2010

Thank you and Welcome!

Welcome to our new Coordinator Janet Reiprish! Janet’s position is pivotal in making sure we efficiently maximize our use of the Duval County Public School Grant; tracking the progress of our in home English classes, and coordinating inventory
to the ever important shopping for supplies.
Thank you Janet, you are a blessing.

Want to learn more about making a difference?

Email Sharon Svihel at ssvihel@bridgestosudan.org for more information

Christie Hardin’s many services were significant to the success of Bridges to Sudan since July 2007.
Christie’s work was greatly appreciated and
impacted the success of the organization.
Thank you Christie,
we could not have done it without you!

By making a purchase from:
http://www.fazziniblend.com/bridgesToSudan/
You can support us! With every purchase Fazzini's plants a tree and donates a portion of the profit to Bridges. This is a great way to give back to the
community while enjoying gourmet beverages.

Christmas For Kids!

Bridges Partners:

PGA's Nationwide Open to support Bridges to Sudan. ALL of the money used to purchase tickets from the below site will be donated to BTS. For $25 you can attend the tournament every day.
Tell your friends and family!
https://www.winn-dixiejacksonvilleopen.com/tickets/tickets.php?C=BTS

Having a heart for working with children Anna Baumann excitedly planned while Catherine Baumann coordinated the December 20th Christmas Party event. Taking place at United Ambassadors in Christ church , this event was a huge success for the refugee children, parents, and the volunteers. Volunteers worked tirelessly wrapping presents, planning creative events, and booking Joe Merkley as Santa. Over 35 children were allowed to play, socialize, work on crafts, and of course tell Santa what they wanted for Christmas. Catherine explained that it was nice to see the children receive their presents and then pick out presents to hand to their parents. It was a very successful and heartwarming event enjoyed by all!

Watch for these events...

*Cocktails for a Cause

*Bridges 1st Annual Golf Tournament

*Spring Awareness Fundraiser

Prayer Requests:

*For God’s will and direction for the overseas pending school project being initiated by Flagler College in St. Augustine, FL.

*For decisions in two upcoming legal and immigration situations to be made swiftly and all according to His will.

Monthly Updates for 2010

We had a great start to the New Year!

*Two monthly women’s meetings accommodated working and non-working moms at the Center for Language and Culture. These are used for various topics including life skills training, medical information, and safety training. An event is scheduled around Mother’s Day!

*A group of the Sudanese women participated in the Sister to Sister conference at Christ’s Church. It was a great way for them to learn about American Christian conferences while interacting with many of the women from Christ’s Church. .The United Ambassadors in Christ Ministry are going to have their own conference in August

Volunteer Cortnie Yeoman works to implement
monthly children’s programs

With a background in recreation therapy, Cortnie has witnessed firsthand the significance of enjoyable programs in educational enrichment. The goal of this program is to educate refugee children in a fun and relevant way by
exposing them to typical U.S. outings. These outings will give the children an

opportunity to assimilate themselves in a safe cultural environment. Each outing will be specially designed to incorporate learning with fun!