Planting Hope Frederick MD

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Planting Hope 2016 (A Call for Synergy Between the Churches of Frederick, MD) Planting Hope in Frederick, MD currently costs about $60,000 to provide over $1,000,000 in services to everyone in the Frederick area. Frederick County has w...

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Stories from 2nd Annual Planting Hope - 2016

Stories from Planting Hope:

We came from Fredericksburg, VA with the spirit of expectancy. We were a small group of six from Encounter COG and we were truly blessed to be part. One couple was part of the prayer team and really saw GOD moving among the people. One mother and son team gave out thousands of bags of groceries and were truly blessed to see the tears and the spirit of God moving and meeting needs for so many. The other couple split up one to the foot washing which was a mighty move of Gods power within the tent. Many tears, many prayers, many got closer to GOD and learned why they feet were being washed. The other party of this couple was truly blessed to be able to translate for the dentist. We felt so blessed to be part of God's outpouring. Bro Alejandro

Stylist informed me that many guests allowed her to pray over them while she cut their hair!

I was serving in the Samaritans tent. I was honored to wash the feet of an 8yr old boy named Jordan, who was there with his mom and two older brothers. I asked him if he would like me to pray with him about anything that's going on in his world. He said no. I then asked, there's nothing that bothers you at night when you’re trying to sleep? He looked at me and thought for a few seconds then said " my mom and dad are separating, my dad doesn't have any money for a car, he doesn't have a house and he's taking my brother." His brother in the chair next to him spoke up and said "I'm the brother!" Debbie (another foot washer) and I started talking to the boys together about Jesus and how he wants to be their best friend and hear all the thoughts they have in their hearts. The brother told Debbie they go to church but couldn't remember what it is called. Jordan told us that they pray at night. We prayed with them, loved on them, washed their feet, got them some new beautiful shoes that fit, (Jordan was wearing a pair that were 3 sizes too big) and they now have a place in my heart forever. You see I was Jordan. I was 8 and my parents split up and my dad took my brother away to Canada. I wore shoes too small because my mom couldn't afford food let alone shoes for her three girls. I can't get Jordan and his family out of my thoughts. I want to help them but don't have enough information to contact them or know if it is allowed. Please join me and remember them in your prayers for a better Christ filled life.

This was a quote from a stylist on Saturday:
"I was cutting hair for a charity event yesterday and this little angel hugged me so tight and wouldn't let go. I had to step out for a minute to regain my composure."
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I had the pleasure to cut hair for a family of 5. They had shared with me that they have never been treated so nice by EVERYONE! They couldn't believe it. Their 13 year old son is autistic and gets dizzy. They were relieved when someone offered give them a ride on a golf cart.

Love seeing my members at WSI getting the care they so desperately needed. You made me cry this morning – tears of joy and thanks. Peggy

I volunteered this year and had never heard of your efforts previously. What a tremendous outreach and how magnificent God was this year! Wow!

I'd like to personally get registered for the email list -- but also I'd like to identify who my church should contact with your organization about volunteering and meeting various needs next year -- a number of our ministries would like to get involved next year (youth, men's and women's ministries). Btw, Several of our folks are who drove down Friday to Wi******er Virginia to get the 2000 loaves of bread. ;) With more notice next year, I think we could muster a number of helpful volunteers. Thank you! John Mount Airy Baptist Church

I thought it was wonderful. My mom my aunt my brother my mom’s best friend and i all went we got our pictures done and got plenty of food they got their haircuts we got so much free stuff. This is experience was just so amazing of how many people can help you and we all got prayed for and we just love going out there every year i don’t know to thank everyone that helped and offered help and everything..... Once again thank you guys so much...

I received a call on Monday, 6/6, a story of celebration, sharing the story of this young man. This young man, made a decision for Christ, through the witness, testimony and leading of the musicians, the Rapper and his entourage, at Planting Hope 2016. This young man, a young father to a beautiful toddler boy, fell broken before God. He was sobbing, heaving tears and the contents of his stomach. This man comes from a lost family, he is the first to call on Jesus. Praises to God and please pray for this young man and his walk with Christ, may he be a witness to all; his son, his family, his friends, his community...

Hello all, Yes, this happened right in front of us. Tru Soldier and his friends prayed with hands on with many of our guests after his set was finished. I will forward you his email to me. Teresa and I received several hugs from guests. When the man that was praying with Tru Soldier and crew's stomach emptied, we got him towels and water. Teresa got the paramedics to look him over to be sure he was Ok. He is the tall man with dreadlocks in the attached picture. Dave

Charlotte Willis Outstanding jobs to all involved! !

Hickman Holly I wanted to say thanks for all the work you have put In to it everyone was nice me and my family was happy to come there

Jen Weedon Hey that me idk they took that

Steven Stoyke It was a privilage to be part of this. Thank you for all this.

Teresa Davenport- Hopkins I wish I could ❤️ this 1000 times!
Tina Alfred Please yall pray 4 me my husband died and I don't know if I can get through this

Tom Lacko The central focus remains the same: God. God is good. We need more God and less government.

Bohdan Zacharyj This was amazing

Katherine Danielle Thanks everybody

Tina Alfred I would like to think yall for everything yall did for me please pray for me my husband is missing since Saturday morning and we are still looking for him and his family member
Irene Packer-Halsey Tina my family is praying hard for yours...

Tina Alfred Thank you

Renee Leviner Van-Derpoel I enjoyed volunteering with the groceries on Friday. It's a great work you're doing. Thanks for the opportunity to serve the community.

Irene Packer-Halsey I was so moved by this event. The volunteers from the coalition of churches, nonprofits and city-county agencies were so friendly, compassionate and well organized. I was inspired by the diversity of our community and the way people reached out to each other with a smile, a caring remark, helpful information. The array of services was amazing....Frederick is a place not only to live but to thrive. My daughter had a tooth pulled so we are especially grateful for the free Dental Clinic...the dentists and dental technicians who came from throughout the DMV. I made a wonderful new friend from Damascus Road Community Church and was graciously driven back to my car by the Pastor of Grace Church in Middletown...this was a beautiful event...thank you to all who worked so hard to plan and coordinate...very proud to live in Frederick County Maryland....

Brenda Fox
Brenda Fox This was my first year to volunteer. Watching everyone being blessed with so many services was awesome! I felt truly blessed that I was able to participate and serve the Lord!
Ashley Dickson Though they were not explicitly mentioned, I could not be any more proud of the part my parents(Seed of Life Nurseries) played in this project. My father alone took DAYS out of his very busy schedule to help not only find donations but to help organize...See More

Cindy Valentino Thank you sooo much for all the work you have done and the prayers you have prayed. I heard a young man who hadn't had new shoes in years say, "Wow, look at these! I don't want to get them dirty." They were so special to him. This event is such a blessing to people!

Kelly Jo Latkovski I have been taking my family every year since we were blessed with our children. We have now officially adopted all three of our kids but, your events and convoy of hope has helped us so much. God is good. Thank you.

Toni Culletto Hegler So thankful to have been able to serve at this events! Thank you planting hope for this opportunity for families to serve the Lord together!

Laureen Lipscomb God bless, Planting Hope for giving us the opportunity to serve our God. I was part of Hope for Tomorrow and I cleaned teeth until I was ready to drop. But, I am grateful for the beautiful people I met and to serve our awesome God. This is my 3rd year. I will continue until I cannot. God bless all of the team that makes this opportunity to serve our guests a reality. ❤️🙏

Robin Ann Farmer-Clem This instantly brings to mind the song lyrics...."OUR GOD IS AN AWESOME GOD!!!". God bless you and your ministry.

Royal Tee Love to see God at work!

Donna Smith God is good and so are his servants.

Tina Thomas Earp Flannery Yes it is an amazing story! God is great!!

Pat Rosensteel What an amazing story!

Te'ara Battle Nicole Watson you was telling me how great the turn out was... Now you SEE the manifest of GOD. Amen to all the people that went to so many lengths to give people just a piece of hope, love, and community service. GOD bless you all

Phyllis Lloyd Thomas Such a blessing to read of answered prayers and yes, miracles happening right here in Frederick. This coming together of Christ's followers right here in Frederick Co. Is so heartwarming. I prayed all day, here at home, but next year I want to be there helping also!

Robin Boucher How amazing to see Him in the guests we served, the people we serve alongside and in the breeze that cooled us.

Laureen Lipscomb This is my 3rd year helping in the " dental area". This year was by far the best! We could offer so much more because of Hope For Tomorrow. I met beautiful people with all different stories. I was blessed to serve them all. Thank you for this opportunity to be like Jesus and serve with love.
Debbie Dixon Greene I had 4-5 students and their families attend Planting Hope. (These students are adult men.) 4 of them told of the unbelievable blessings they received. They had photos of their haircuts, new shoes, and family portraits! They felt loved on and connected to the Frederick community even though they are new to our country. They encouraged everyone to attend next year. One student spoke of having his feet washed and then how all 4 members of his family were given shoes!

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What an amazing day! Join Planting Hope Frederick MD next year because as God spoke all weekend, "Even More!" It takes the whole Church, not just YOUR church...more video still to come!

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Planting Hope ~ Frederick, MD Planting Hope in Frederick, Maryland is an amazing day of outreach to our community supplying Food, Healthcare, Dental Services, New Shoes, Games and Activit...

On behalf of our Planting Hope Team Leaders, we would like to express our most heartfelt gratitude and thanks to everyone who served this week preparing for Planting Hope and all who served today! It was an incredible privilege as we watched God’s sweet gentle spirit permeate the fairgrounds through you today. The beauty of seeing our community come together; loved and cared for by more than 1000 volunteers; simply awe-inspiring!

Honored Guests; please join us Saturday, June 4th at the Frederick Fairgrounds for Planting Hope beginning at 10am.
Planting Hope; a completely FREE outreach for those with need in our community. There will be live music throughout the day! It's all FREE, June 4th at the Frederick Fairgrounds! http://www.plantinghopefrederick.com/.