Arms of Hope

This place will give you somewhere to rest while healing with no judgement. They will supply you with what ever you need, food, clothes, shelter, transportation, counseling, spiritual growth, and you can get an education so that you never have to relive your situation. Some of my children’s best memories are during our time there. It can feel overwhelming during intake but they are there to support you during that. Build the life you dream of one step at a time. Number 6:24-26

Hi, I want to applaud this ministry. I was young, and had a tragedy happen in my life which I regressed for 10 years it was so terrible. No one knew what had happened to me, they just knew that I changed overnight after being abducted. I acted out, I broke the rules, but I was shown love and respect. There is a skedule and high expectations for the children. Yes we were expected to do our chores, and wash our own clothes at 16 years old. But there is a playground, counseling, we attended Camp Deer Run summer camp. We set the table, washed the dishes, vacuumed mopped the house. They were teaching us how to be responsible adults. I even got kicked out of school, they kept me, they drove me to alternative school. Christmas is great, church was great. I am so greatful for there help in my life. I left early of my own free will to quit school. Bad choice. I wish I had of stayed. This world is hard if you don't grow up with the Lord's discipline, strict rules, and structure. I sit here right now writing this as a traumatic brain injury survivor. I would have led a different life if I had stayed and worked the program. No one ever yelled at me or hit me there, like at home.

Arms of Hope has been a great place to come and serve the last couple of summers. Beyond the opportunities to serve the campus, the campus rolls out the red carpet of hospitality for their guests, the staff is friendly, encouraging, Christ-centered. Arms of Hope is one of the coolest mission experiences I have gotten to provide for my youth group. It has become one of our favorite places to visit and my teens talk about our experiences all year round. In addition to the great staff and exceptional hospitality, this last summer my oldest daughter worked there as an intern. She was welcomed with open arms, made to feel seen, valued and absolutely loved being on the staff! I’m excited to get back on campus asap!