The Orator - Spring 2015

The Magazine of Patrick Henry Family services

Spring 2015

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In This Issue:

Airplane Rides for PHBGH Youth

Founder’s Day Celebrated

Hope for Tomorrow Opens Office in Bedford

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Counseling

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About our Cover: When Keith Maxey learned a plane ride was on the “bucket list” for the Patrick Henry boys in Stephens Cottage, he and his airplane pilot friends made that wish come true.

Photographed on the cover is Keith Maxey with Charlie.

The Orator is written by the staff and children at Patrick Henry and original artwork by the children is featured from time to time. The Orator is edited and proofed entirely in-house by Patrick Henry staff. The only aspects of production done outside of Patrick Henry are the design, printing and mailing.

The generous support of donors allows Patrick Henry to mail The Orator to suppor ters as well as to others who may be unaware of Patrick Henr y Family Services.

Chief Executive Officer Robert J. Day

Photo Credits

In This Issue

Nick and Bambi Durham Kay Robertson

Our Vision, Our Name, Our Logos....................3 A Message from our CEO: These Things We Believe.............................. 4-6 Discover Planned Giving...................................6 Saving for Tomorrow..........................................7

Questions or comments about The Orator?

Hope for Tomorrow Counseling Center Expands to Bedford....................................... 8-9 Straight Talk with Robert Day.........................10

Contact Jennifer Wall at 434-392-4073 or at jwall@patrickhenry.org

Dirty Dan Dash.................................................11

Contributions: Donate online at www.patrickhenry.org, or mail to: Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes 860 Red Hill Road P.O. Box 1398 Brookneal, VA 24528-1398

Hat Creek Camp Adventures....................14-15

Real World Creations....................................... 12 Celebrations.................................................... 13

Administration - 434-376-2006 Admissions - 434-376-6915 Fax - 434-376-3003 Web - www.patrickhenry.org

A Very Special Valentines Dinner...................17 Up, Up and Away........................................18-19 Founder’s Society Celebration.................20-21 Christmas Goodness H.O.G. Style................ 22 Valentine’s Day Banquet......................... 22-23 Genuine Unexpected Generosity...................24 The Honor and Memorial Register......... 25-33 For the Love of Kenzie.................................... 34 Hat Creek Conference Center Gets a Face-Lift............................................... 35

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A financial statement is available with the State Division of Consumer Affairs.

Contributions to Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes are tax deductible as allowed by law. Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes is a tax-exempt corporation under Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3).

Accolades to Shirley Moorman......................16

Turkey Bowl...................................................... 23

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Board of Trustees, Executive Committee Mr. Steve Bowery, Salem Ms. Bonnie B. Crews, Rustburg Mrs. Beverley E. Dalton, Altavista Mr. Michael F. Daly, Lynchburg Mr. J. Michael Davidson, Brookneal Mr. David J. Marshall, Forest Mr. Aubrey L. Mason, Lynchburg Mrs. Teresa L. Sanderson, Lynchburg Mr. J. Blair Smith, Appomattox Mr. Hunter R. Watson, Farmville

Jennifer Wall Editor, Orator

Our Vision • Our Name • Our Logos As you read The Orator, you will come to understand how our name, Patrick Henry Family Services, and our various ministries fit together. Our logos will help guide you as you enjoy this issue.

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ur vision is “to meet the needs of every child before us, resulting in the maximum impact for that child, in the shortest time possible, in the most efficient way possible, always in a loving and professional manner ” To fulfill that vision (and to help families contend with the dynamic challenges posed by our culture), we have built upon our original residential care concept with a series of other ministries, programs, and services. Each complements the other, and together, they help to create a foundation for healthy, secure families and communities.

The steady expansion of our services has led us to change our name to Patrick Henry Family Services, reflecting the more comprehensive range of efforts in which we are now engaged. And with the help of generous and faithful donors*, we envision a time when our list of services may expand even further, enabling us to meet other growing needs facing children and families throughout the state of Virginia.

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ore than 50 years ago, the ministry of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes began as Patrick Henry for Plantation in a single brick cottage near Brookneal on the historic grounds of Patrick Henry’s Red HopeBoys Hill Plantation. In the following decades, the ministry has grown to comprise group homes for both boys and girls in five locations throughout the region. Together, our homes can accommodate more than 50 children ages 6 to 18. Each home is under the care of Christian houseparents, who model a loving family environment and encourage the children through all aspects of life and learning. We serve children who are victims of the many social ills of our time, whose parents are either unwilling or unable to raise them…kids who are going nowhere…or who have nowhere to go. Their parents or guardians place them with us in hope that someday their domestic situation may be stabilized. Ultimately, our goal is for the family to be reunited, or if that is not in the best interests of the child, for him/her to be fully prepared for independent living as a young adult.

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amily counseling has long been a component of our services at Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes. Over the years, we have realized that many of the situations that led children to our care might have been avoided through counseling. That is why we began Hope for Tomorrow. Our Hope for Tomorrow Counseling centers, presently located in Lynchburg, South Boston, and Farmville are ready to provide discreet, uplifting assistance close to home. Whether ministering to individuals, couples, or entire families, our goal is the same: to bring peace and stability to lives in turmoil. Our licensed professional counselors seek to resolve conflict, mend relationships and restore families from a Christian perspective. In keeping with the ministerial aims of our organization, no one in need of our services is ever turned away due to inability to pay.

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here are many families who may need some help in the upbringing of their children, but who may not be at the point of placing them in one of our group homes. To provide assistance to those families on a short-term basis, we created our Outreach ministry, the centerpiece of which is Hat Creek Camps and Conferences. Hat Creek is a 345-acre facility outside Brookneal that will provide children throughout Virginia (including those from disadvantaged homes) with Christian summer camp opportunities. In this scenic environment, children can experience the excitement and achievement associated with outdoor activities, while benefiting from the example of Christian mentors. Hat Creek also includes a lodge-style facility that can host a variety of events ranging from retreats to conferences to reunions.

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no government grants, nor any other funding that might compromise the Christian aims of our mission.

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Believe It is our firm belief at Patrick Henry Family Services that each child is a unique individual, created, gifted, and loved unconditionally by God, with their own special interests, talents and purpose in life. Therefore we value and respect the dignity and integrity of each child who arrives on our campuses, camps, and counseling centers.

e understand and accept that each child has inherent and learned weakness, that they have W been tainted by Sin and, to some extent, are products of their “fallen” environment. However, we purposely choose to focus on a child’s strengths instead of weakness, the positives instead of the negatives, and the good instead of the bad.

We also believe that the child and their family are active, not passive, participants in their own helping process.

We emphasize strengths as a way to foster motivation for growth. We assess their God-given assets to develop informed, achievable objectives for every plan of care.

Every child and family that comes to any of our ministries for help must be enabled to make their own changes.

We can’t make people change. Nevertheless, we believe that the empowerment necessary to make that decision comes from valuing oneself, having achievable goals, and creating a plan to reach those goals that has real potential to be successful. We also believe that process is immeasurably more likely to occur when aided by spiritual means and practices.

“Change your thinking, change your life” summarizes the approach we take at Patrick Henry Family Services. We believe behaviors flow from attitudes and attitudes are the natural by-products of a person’s thought-life. If we can effectively change the way an individual unproductively thinks about themselves, others, and how the world works, we can constructively modify the way that person

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treats themselves, acts toward others, and ultimately succeeds in the world.

At Patrick Henry, we believe that resources are everywhere.

That means we accept as true that there is no person, environment, or situation where there are absolutely no resources. With that firmly held conviction, we do not concentrate on what is missing or what is needed in the person or environment, but rather on what positive resources are available.

This Strength Based Philosophy motivates our ministry and guides every aspect of our programming. It, of course, stands in stark contrast to the medically oriented disease and pathology models that so permeates today’s juvenile treatment centers. We believe this strategy is not only more optimistic in its outlook but it’s also more closely aligned with biblical teaching and basic common sense.

At Patrick Henry we believe that every child has the right to be viewed as a person capable of changing, growing and becoming positively connected to a community no matter what types of behaviors or challenges they have. We believe that they have a right to participate in the selection of services that will build on their gifts and mitigate their flaws.

“Change your thinking, change your life.”

We believe that children have a right to contribute things they are good at and other strengths in all assessment and treatment processes. They also have a right, we believe, to have their resistance viewed as a message that the wrong approach may be being used with them.

Instead of asking, “What’s wrong with this child?” We ask, “What happened to this child?” That does not, however, dissolve the child of the responsibility for their poor behavior. We believe real transformation begins with

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accountability. But, this shift from the individual to the individual’s behavior helps us to see them as a child with a problem rather than as a “problem child.”

disparaging manner. They have a right to confidentiality and to have all needed communication about them be constructive.

We also believe that focusing on a person’s past has some merit but it’s ultimately not the solution. Our interventions are more future oriented. We believe in a helping process that concentrates on the real possibilities that lie ahead rather than on what did or did not happen before. It is our well-founded conviction, yea, our mission, to give children and families a future bursting with hope. We do that by giving them essential resources to be successful. If we manage to accomplish this then their history no longer has consequence.

Children have a right, we believe, to always have their family involved in their experience in a way that acknowledges and supports their strengths as well as their deficits and that they have a right to stay connected to their family no matter what types of challenges they face. It’s our conviction that the best family for any child is their own family; the best home is their own home. Therefore we make it our top priority to return children to their home and restore them to their family if at all possible and as soon as possible.

At Patrick Henry we believe that all children everywhere have the right to be viewed and treated as a redeemable resource, a potential leader, and a success of the future.

At Patrick Henry we believe children have the right to learn from their mistakes and to have support to learn that mistakes don’t really mean failure. We believe that before a person can forgive others (something every person must learn in order to be emotionally healthy) they must first learn to forgive themselves. We also believe that we should view their maladaptive or antisocial behaviors as a lack of skills, or faulty coping mechanisms, and that they can acquire the skills and adaptive tools needed to alter their lives for the better.

We believe that children have the right to experience success and to have support connecting their previous successes to positive future goals. We also believe they have the right to have their culture and gender included as a strength and obtain services which honor and respect their culture and gender.

At Patrick Henry we believe that all children everywhere have the right to be viewed and treated as a redeemable resource, a potential leader, and a success of the future. We furthermore believe that children have a right to be regarded and treated as more than a commodity, a statistic, a stereotype, a risk score, a diagnosis, a label or a pathology.

We believe that they have a right to a future free of institutional or systems involvement and to evidence-based services which most centrally and progressively focuses on their successful transition from institutions.

We believe at Patrick Henry that children have the right to service providers who professionally coordinate their efforts and who share a united philosophy and treatment goal. We also believe that children

At Patrick Henry, we believe that children have a right to be helped by professionals who view youth positively (by adults who actually like them), and to be served by caring individuals who understand that motivating children and youth is related to successfully tapping into their inner strengths. We believe that connection precedes correction and that those serving young people must first “earn the right to be heard.” We also believe that children have the right not to be talked down to or to be talked about in a

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have the right to exercise their developmental tasks at every stage without ridicule or shame, to try out new identities, and to practice their gifts in an encouraging atmosphere free from the fear of rejection.

We believe in a helping process that concentrates on the real possibilities...

We enthusiastically embrace the commonly held belief among cultures grounded on a Christian Worldview that childhood is a special, privileged period and, therefore, should be preserved and protected at all cost. We believe that every child has a right to a carefree childhood absent from the burden of adult concerns, ideas, and activities.

This means children should be allowed and stimulated to play, explore, imagine, laugh, sing, and when appropriate, be silly. Children should never be punished for doing childish things. We also believe though, that children must learn to be accountable, to say “I’m sorry” for the harm they’ve caused others and to make amends for their hurtful behavior whenever possible.

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lanned giving is a way to integrate your personal, financial and estate planning goals. The right planned gift may provide you with tax and income benefits while helping our organization further its mission. Here are some of the most common planned gifts you can make:

BEQUEST Your Will may include a gift of a specific asset, a dollar amount or a percentage of your estate to charity.

Charitable gift annuities and charitable remainder trusts These plans can provide you with lifetime income, a charitable income tax deduction and leave a nice gift to charity. If you own appreciated assets such as stock or real estate, we can help you sell those assets tax free.

Life Estate You can make a tax deductible gift of your home and remain living in it for your lifetime.

There are additional real estate strategies that can provide you with cash, a charitable deduction and even income.

There are many ways you may benefit from planned giving. Contact us or visit our website today, so we may assist you in discovering the right plan for you.

For more information, please contact:

Jeffrey Fulgham, CFRE Chief Advancement Officer

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We steadfastly believe that all children have promise, that they are fully capable of becoming kind, thoughtful, and productive citizens. But, we also believe that does not happen without purposeful guidance, consistent discipline, and lots of moral instruction. Children should be taught to respect others, to work and contribute, to be responsible, and to be a person of good character and strong principles.

Lastly, and most importantly, we strongly believe that children have both the basic human need and the Godgiven right to know without a doubt that they are loved, that they are wanted, that they are somebody and belong to somebody. Children thrive and prosper, we believe, only when they are secure in that knowledge and feel completely safe to be themselves, warts and all.

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ore than ever financial challenges are a part of everyday life. Economically, most people find it very difficult to make the financial demands of basic living work out successfully today. Most of the youth living at Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes come from families where financial challenges are paramount resulting in alcohol and drug abuse, and at times imprisonment of one parent or the other. In addition, most of the youth living with us do so with an inability to pay for any services.

“Yes, we can make a difference in breaking the cycles of financial hardships one youth at a time!�

program. They rake leaves, they sweep anywhere needed, they vacuum, they help fold their own clothes, and much more.

From their work study participation they earn their own money to spend as they choose. Our house parents have taught them, however, that it is far more important to save for tomorrow’s success rather than to spend it all today on what does not matter.

It was delightful to find out recently that three of our youngest boys, each eight years old, had gone to the bank, opened a savings account, and made their first deposit.

The coolest was seeing their picture on Facebook after their successful financial adventure with the traditional bank reward of a lollipop!

Yes, we can make a difference in breaking the cycles of financial hardships one youth at a time!

How can we help break the hopeless cycles of debilitating financial hardship?

Well, as you know we provide these youth with stable homes, loving house parents and good education. But for the house parents of Stephens Cottage this is just not enough. They have been working with their young boys on the importance of making and saving money. How? Well, each of these boys participates in our work study

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hope for tomorrow counseling center

Expands to bedford A long awaited dream recently came true for Patrick Henry Family Services when their Hope for Tomorrow Counseling Center (HFT) opened a Bedford office due to a merger with Janie Mantooth’s Complete Counseling Services, Inc. “We could not be more thrilled,”

said Dennis Gowin, PHFS Chief Program Officer and Director of HFT Counseling. “As we looked over our service area we saw a substantial need for our counseling services in the Bedford community where we have a home for our youth.”

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ue to a number of professional collaborations, HFT and Janie Mantooth, LCSW, began serious discussions in the fall regarding merging their counseling initiatives to create a Bedford HFT office. Negotiations between the two counseling centers was successful, therefore, in March, 2015, HFT Bedford opened in the building where Janie Mantooth once solely practiced.

“I see this merger as a win-win and as a part of God’s plan. While I have a strong practice, for so long I have wanted to reach more people,” said Ms. Mantooth who brings 18 years of counseling children, teens, adults, couples, and families to the HFT family. “HFT brings the necessary support and marketing staff to the business, thereby giving us increased opportunities to bring more effective and supportive Christian counseling to area people.”

Ms. Mantooth received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville in 1977. She earned her Master’s Degree in Social work from Virginia Commonwealth University in 1995.

She interned at Central Virginia Community Services, Lynchburg, Virginia and at the Veteran’s Administrative Hospital in Salem, Virginia as part of her Master’s in Social Work requirements. In 2003, Ms. Mantooth opened her private practice in Bedford County on Route 43-N where she practiced until June 1, 2012 when she moved to her current location at 155 W. Main Street. She is an East Tennessee native, but has been a Bedford resident since 1988 and is married to a Bedford County native.

HFT’s approach to counseling is Christian-based, believing that the Bible’s teachings answer all of life’s questions and directs us in the times of struggle. Its mission is to help clients walk from brokenness

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to healing. The counselors at HFT are prepared to intervene in life’s challenging situations including depression, marital problems, addiction, and anxiety, etc. Hope for Tomorrow also offers counseling in positive life situations including pre-marital and career counseling.

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HFT is made up of licensed therapists (Professional Counselors, Marriage and Family Therapists and Clinical Social Workers) and Resident Counselors who have earned at least a master’s degree from the most respected seminaries and graduate schools in our country. Our therapists counsel from a Christian perspective and are professional, competent and caring.

In part, much of the success of the Residential Care Program with Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes is rooted in the positive counseling youth receive. As its positive counseling reputation spread, so did demand grow for counseling outside clients. Patrick Henry Family Services answered that demand by opening a HFT Counseling Center in Lynchburg, Virginia in 2005 which accepted outside clients. Their belief then and now is that through their counseling services they are able to help clients develop hope for tomorrow that is brighter than the realities of the past. Six years later in 2011, HFT opened a South Boston office and a year after that a Farmville office was opened.

Executive Officer Robert J. Day. “From the beginning of my tenure, I saw it not only as a powerful tool for our residential program, but also an efficient vehicle for advancing the overall mission of Patrick Henry.

Only when we turned the focus of the HFT program outward did we fully recognize it as a separate, unique ministry and celebrated it as a resource for growth for the entire organization.”

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Hope for Tomorrow that is brighter than the reality of the past.

Our mission is to help families and individuals with the greatest need and the least ability to meet that need. Accordingly, we offer excellent services at a fraction of the typical cost for counseling.

Hope for Tomorrow is a ministry of Patrick Henry Family Services, a Christian non-profit organization that exists to provide hope and help for families and children in need.

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Counseling Lynchburg Farmville 434-239-4949 434-392-4073 A MINISTRY OF

South Boston 434-575-0145

Bedford 540-586-8146

www. HopeForTomorrowCounseling.org

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Challenging the way we think and live.

“Nothing done for a child is ever wasted.”

Family | Culture | Leadership | Ministry

-Robert Day

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traight Talk with Robert Day, a weekly radio show on 105.9 FM WLNI, celebrates one year on the air with a NEW time: 8:30AM-9:00AM each Sunday. Special thanks to Wheeler Broadcasting and our friends at WLNI for making the radio show’s first year a success. Listen live on-line at WLNI.com or tune into 105.9FM every Sunday.

In addition, you can continue to catch 1-minute Straight Talk segments on Spirit FM weekdays, Monday through Friday at 7:20AM and 4:20PM. Spirit FM has been uplifting and encouraging families for the past 20 years. The Christian music radio station has over 100,000 listeners in Virginia, West Virginia and North Carolina. We appreciate the

relationship we have with Spirit FM and it’s great to work with Marc Tischart (Director), Cindy Bryant (Marketing), Michael Brown (Producer) and the entire Spirit FM team supporting what we do at Patrick Henry. For a list of radio channels or to listen live online visit www.spiritfm.com Please join the talk, the Straight Talk with Robert Day and visit the www.straighttalkwithrobertday.org website. There you’ll find additional resources, including an archive of Straight Talk radio shows, and articles written by Robert. You can also find daily insights on the Straight Talk with Robert Day Facebook page.

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he story goes that a father and mother brought their son to Mahatma Gandhi and asked him to tell their son to stop eating sugar. The leader of India’s non-violent revolution to remove the British from his home land told the parents to come back in three days.

Three days later the parents returned very excited to have their instructions to their son reinforced by such a great and important person. Gandhi looked the young boy in the eyes and said, “Stop eating sugar.” Curious that they had to wait, the parents inquired, “Why

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didn’t you tell him three days ago. Why did you make us come back?” Gandhi replied, “I had to stop eating sugar first before I could tell him to quit.”

Whether it’s true or not the story teaches a valuable lesson. Parents, don’t give instructions you can’t obey. Teachers, don’t give lessons you don’t know yourself. Preachers, don’t sermonize what you do not live. Politicians, don’t pass laws you refuse to live under.

This has been Straight Talk with Robert Day.

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Dirty Dan Dash Da nv i l le, Vi rg i n ia

When you see a youth achieve more than they ever thought possible you get a most rewarding feeling. In the Fall, a set of houseparents took four of our boys from Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes to Danville, Virginia to participate in 5K race, but it was not a normal 5K race. The Dirty Dan Dash, as it is named, is a 3.7-mile dash through Danville’s River District, and is sponsored by the Danville Regional Medical Center. The course is notoriously tough, featuring various obstacles, challenges and one nasty mud pit.

All runners know that a 5K race requires mental toughness and strength, especially when covered in mud. For our youth that are often challenged with levels of low self-esteem, this race presented an opportunity to push themselves successfully. Photographed are a couple of their finish line photos; they look as if they had won the greatest warrior challenge of all time.

The boys were clearly out of their comfort zone, yet by starting and finishing this muddy adventure they gained greater self-esteem. By pushing each other they also had the opportunity to appreciate their own teamwork.

“We even had one youth to finish 65th out of 200. Before the race he had all but convinced himself that he would never finish. But he did, they all did and we were all proud.”

“It took tenacity to finish,” said one of the houseparents. “We even had one youth to finish 65th out of 200. Before the race he had all but convinced himself that he would never finish. But he did, they all did, and we were all proud.”

That is what we do at PHBGH; we lovingly support and positively push in order that each of our youth achieves a higher level of self-esteem.

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i th five group homes, eight sets of houseparents and over forty youth yearly, Chief Executive Officer Robert Day often finds it best to keep up with the active lives of our youth by following them on Facebook. “Frequently, I am overwhelmed with heartfelt pride, especially when I see some of the activities in which the Patrick Henry Boys and Girls are involved, whether it is in sports, academics, extracurricular hobbies, church life, etc.,” commented Robert Day. “One such activity that brought back memories of my own children was seeing the photos of one of our youth who was proudly displaying

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his day-long Lego creations. School was out that day for this eight year old boy and he chose to create the day away.”

The images posted of his creations were captivating. There was a helicopter with its own pilot and landing pad; a police car and a police station; a nifty tow truck with working chain; and what young boy could not resist trying his hand at creating a motorcycle, so there was one of those as well. One Facebook follower not only complimented the youth, but attempted to compliment the houseparent whom she assumed had been assisting. The houseparent quickly responded

that there was no assisting on these projects, just a very creative mind with willing hands.

In today’s world most youth spend hours creating or playing in “virtual reality,” that is with video and cell phone games. It is rewarding to see our youth creating real structures.

Legos enable young minds to build real, touchable objects and forms.

At PH we believe that as a youth creates with these hands-on blocks, his or her mind is shaped in such a way as to one day be better prepared to understand building and creating in the real world. Bravo to all our Lego creating youth, maybe one day we will see a mechanical engineer!

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Chase smiles as he di splays his Lego polic e station.

Celebrations!!!

“We have amazing youth in our program,” said Director of Residential Care Sherri Meeks. “It is an honor on our end to Celebrate their successes!”

Crystal Celebrates Being Inducted into the NHS

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t is a great honor for any youth to be inducted into The National Honor Society, but for a once homeless student it was especially meaningful. “I am so grateful to my school and teachers for this tremendous honor,” said Crystal. “I am also especially grateful to PH for giving me an opportunity to live in a home where I can be the best that I can be.”

“When I came to live at PHBGH, I knew I was safe and I would have food and clothing. I decided then that I had to do my part and be the very best I could be. Working hard in school was and is simply me doing my part.”

The National Honor Society (NHS) is the nation’s premier organization established to recognize outstanding high school students. More than just an honor roll, NHS serves to honor those students who have demonstrated excellence in the areas of scholarship, leadership, service, and character. These characteristics have been associated with membership in the organization since its beginning in 1921. (Information found at www.nhs.us) Crystal is a Senior at Rustburg High School. In addition to being inducted into the NHS, Crystal holds a 4.0 plus grade point average and is a member of the Spanish club. She is taking additional online courses this year so

that she can graduate a year early. Crystal works at Five Guys Burgers & Fries. After graduation in June, her plans are to move into the Patrick Henry Family Services Step Forward program in Lynchburg and attend Central Virginia Community College to pursue a degree in nursing.

Sarah Celebrates Receiving Her CNA Certificate

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or as long as she can remember, Sarah has wanted to be a nurse. She is now one step closer as she recently received her Certified Nursing Assistant certificate.

“I love helping people,” commented Sarah. “So many people have helped me, especially my Patrick Henry family. My dream is to get a good job in order to have the funds to help some of the youth at Patrick Henry.”

Sarah lived at PHBGH for two years and is now participating in its Step Forward program in Lynchburg. She graduated from Rustburg High School in June, 2014. Currently, she is job hunting with hopes of starting to work on her RN degree in the fall.

“I feel absolutely blessed! I have a good place to live; I have my PH support; and now that I have my CNA certificate, I will soon have a job!”

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Go Bolder than ever before...

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ll it takes is one summer experience at Hat Creek Camps for a youth to be positively impacted for life! Inspiring and enriching youth in new and exciting ways is just what Hat Creek Camps does.

The 2015 camping season promises to further impact participating youth through this year’s “High Seas Adventures” theme. Our summer themes provide a unique atmosphere and a context for the life lessons that we want to help our campers learn.

Our theme is “High Seas Adventures” because our campers will be faced with a week of challenges as their team tries to become the Crowned Rulers of the High Seas.

Besides the adventure of the sea, the ever-changing nature of the sea provides a direct correlation to the lives of youth. For them everything is changing, physically, emotionally, and mentally. Beyond the changes

that accompany growing up, youth today often face changes in the home, changes with friends, cultural changes, rapid technological changes.

Life can be a turbulent place just like the sea. We want them to understand that there is someone or something they can hold onto or anchor to, and that someone or something is God and His promises. That is why our theme verse is Hebrews 6:19a “We have this hope as an anchor of the soul, firm and secure.” The message is that in a world full of insecurities, there is someone who we can trust securely- our rock, the everlasting God.

What is NEW at HCC this year?

This year we will be adding several new activities to camp including: Drama, Wilderness Navigation, Science Discovery; as well as

enhancing existing activities such as canoeing, archery, riflery, rock wall climbing, crafting, swimming, etc.

This summer we will also be providing times for cabins to enjoy activities together, including an offsite tubing trip.

Affording Camp just got easier!

It is our belief that children and youth should be able to attend camp- regardless of financial ability or uncertainty in paying for camp. In order to accommodate this belief we have adopted Tier Pricing. Realizing that every family is different and families have different abilities to pay, Hat Creek Camp has instituted a voluntary 3-tier system to reflect these abilities. Please visit our website at http://www.hatcreekcamps.org to look through our options and choose the one that best suits you. The selections you make are completely confidential and in no-way affects the camp experience. By choosing the Support Tier we are able to give more financial assistance to those families that need it through the Savings and Scholarship Tier.

Hoping that your youth will take part in this summer’s Hat Creek experience where we promise that they will go bolder than ever before one awesome adventure at a time!

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Of all her involvement, it is the picturesque mural on the downstairs wall in the dining room of the administration building that makes her eyes light up in sheer delight. “When Lucy Williams expressed concern to me that something had to be done to make the eating atmosphere more interesting for our youth, I remembered mumbling, with a mouth full of peas, ‘Well, why not put a mural on it’.”

Shirley Moorman soon received a hand-written note from Lucy Williams saying, “You, as the new Alice Kyle District president, should adopt the painting of a wall mural for the Dining Hall as the district’s project and, my dear, this is something you’re gonna want to do.”

Accolades to

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n a world where everyone seems busy, it is often the busiest who accomplish the most. This is the case with Shirley Moorman, whose dedication to Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes for over 30 years has been nothing less than peerless.

Whether as a Trustee, Advisory Board Chair or through her leadership in the Alice Kyle District of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs of Virginia, Shirley Moorman’s love for the PH program has been steadfast.

“I have been most fortunate to share some of the happiest moments of my volunteer life in connection with projects benefitting the children of PHBGH,” said Shirley Moorman. “In addition, it was an extra special privilege to have worked with Former Executive Director Bob McCullough and past Alice Kyle District President and PH Trustee Lucy Williams, as well as our many talented youth and incredibly dedicated Board members.

All have enriched my life. I am ever mindful that children make up 27% of our population but they are 100% of our future.”

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“Thanks to the generosity of my daughter, Faye’s, E.C. Glass High School art teacher, Linda Williams, and her students, a wonderful sketch was produced; thanks to the tireless efforts of 45 members of the Alice Kyle District who gave more than 360 hours of labor, the painting was accomplished; and thanks to James T. Davis of Lynchburg who supplied all necessary painting materials, the costs was minimal. What was once a mundane, 39-foot long by 5½ foot high cinderblock wall was transformed into a perfectly beautiful, original, hand painted wall mural depicting the history of the PH property from the time of the Native Americans to the building of the first boy’s home.”

“So many funny stories surround the painting of the mural such as Bob McCullough recalling that the colonial gentleman sawing lumber had his stocking color changed 16 times. The dearest story was that of the young boy who rushed in one day and said, “You’ve GOT to put Rusty in the picture.” “Who is Rusty?” we asked. “He is our dog!” With no time wasted we added Rusty to the mural following the boys up the trail in the painting.”

“I am indeed grateful to have been named Trustee Emeriti for I cannot imagine not having the activities of this organization in my life,” concluded Shirley Moorman.

“Board members like Shirley are the very strength of this amazing ministry,” said CEO Robert Day. “Their tireless dedication has enabled the program to weather many challenges only to see countless young lives enriched. Thank you, Shirley, for your 30 years of faithful service.”

Valentines DINNER A very special

The young ladies of English Cottage wanted to do something very special for Robert and Karen Day. “We love them,” said Nicole. “They always make us feel important!”

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ith Valentine’s Day just around the corner, the girls put together a plan to host a special dinner in the Days’ honor.

Houseparents Jorge and Gloria Cruz jumped in to assist the girls with their plans. “Not only did the girls have great fun with this dinner,” said Jorge Cruz “Gloria and I believe they learned a great deal through the process. From the hand-made invitation, to the menu selection, to the grocery shopping, then to the fun of decorating and, most important, preparation and cooking … it all involved hands on learning.”

special,” said Karen Day. “The decorations were charming, the girls were adorable and the meal was absolutely delicious!”

As the dinner progressed, Patrick Henry Family Services CEO Robert Day took the opportunity to issue one of his famous challenges to the youth, “I challenge each of you to watch To Kill a Mockingbird and decide who is the hero of the story and why,” said Robert Day. “In exchange for your results, I promise to return to make my famous French Toast!”

appreciative of their special dinner, in the end Mr. Day was especially appreciative as he said, “Girls, I cannot thank you enough for taking care of Mrs. Day for Valentine’s Day. A bit confused, Klirassa bravely said, “It was our pleasure to have you over, but what are you really doing for Mrs. Day on Valentine’s Day?” With a grin, Robert Day simply said, “This is it, thank you!”

While both Robert and Karen Day were most

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Up, Up and Away

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Experiencing the freedom of flight was a “bucket list” dream come true for the young boys of Patrick Henry’s Stephens Cottage. Though the December air was chilly, it was a crisp bright sunny day with little wind … a good day to fly. None of the youth in the group had been around an airplane, much less flown in one, so they all waited nervously in great anticipation for the opportunity to go up, up, and away!!!

“We sadly thought that our boys never would have the opportunity to check this dream off their list while in our care,” said houseparent Nick Durham. “As we always tell our boys, however, do not be afraid to dream because today’s dreams can become tomorrow’s realities as long as you have commitment and follow through. We created the house ‘Bucket List’ in order to teach goals and follow through, therefore, when one of the boys asked to put ‘taking a plane ride’ on the list, we did so.”

In the Fall, 2014 long-time contributors, Keith and Karen Maxey came to visit Stephen’s Cottage. They did so because they wanted to see first-hand the operations of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes.

As they walked through the cottage, they eyed the “Bucket List” on the wall and immediately asked about the dream of a plane ride. When Nick Durham explained that they realized that taking a plane ride was quite a stretch, Keith Maxey simply said, “We will make that happen,” and, indeed, they did just that.

What Nick Durham did not know was that not only had the Maxey’s been supporters of PHBGH for over 35 years, but Keith Maxey was a pilot with his own plane. In addition, in the summer of 1993 Karen Maxey’s father, a retired Major in the Air Force, had once done the very thing Keith was planning to do – give airplane rides to the youth of PH. In former Executive Director Robert W. McCullough’s book, A History of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Plantation, Inc. The First Fifty Years, he writes on page 220: “Kendall Hunter of Appomattox provided the boys and girls with another unique experience. He brought his airplane to the Brookneal

Airport and he gave every child who wished to go up a plane ride over the Brookneal area. Such experiences helped to broaden the opportunities for the children and expand their visions of what they can do with their lives.”

Keith Maxey soon was in touch with two other pilots, David Miller and Jeff Gladden who also agreed to help make the boys’ “Bucket List” dream come true.

“While it was clear that the boys had fun, it was clear to us pilots that the most fun and rewarding adventure that day was ours,” said Keith Maxey.

The in-air adventure was not complete, however, until each boy received a Young Eagles Program Certification of participation. Cheryl Miller also assisted that day with getting the necessary paper work completed.

“We did it, we did it and we even have our very own certificate,” said Malcolm. “We are on our way to becoming pilots,” who nervously had flown with his teenage mutant turtle stuffed friend!

“We love Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes,” said Karen. “What they do for youth is not only amazing, but it is lasting. Our heroes are houseparents like Nick and Bambi Durham.

Their love for each of their boys shines and we believe heals. Seeing that ‘Bucket List’ was in and of itself a miracle.

They had created a way for us to do what we love for the program we love. Thank you Nick and Bambi!!!”

“As we always tell our boys, however, do not be afraid to dream because today’s dreams can become tomorrow’s realities as long as you have commitment and follow through.”

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Founder’s Society Celebration Memorial Brick and Cherry Tree Dedication Ceremony Each and every day our houseparents, counselors and staff work to fulfill our Vision to meet the needs of every child before us, resulting in the maximum impact for that child, in the shortest time possible, in the most efficient way possible, always in a loving and professional manner. Doing this is only possible because of the generosity of our donors who insure that the lights stay on, youth are clothed, books are bought, medicine is provided, etc.

Thanking our donors is a privilege, and an opportunity to show how truly grateful we are for their trust in us. Once a year as we host our Founder’s Society luncheon and Memorial Brick and Cherry Tree Dedication Ceremony on the Brookneal campus, we do so honoring the outstanding commitment of our extraordinary donors.

“It was wonderful to have so many people who have supported us for many years, come to our campus for the first time, and tour our homes.” said Director of Philanthropy Adam Spencer. “ I am delighted that they were able to meet both alumni and a few of the current youth that they have directly impacted through their support of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes.”

Guest speaker Libby Smith, recent alumna delivered this year’s keynote address. “I spent 5 years in Patrick Henry surrounded by beautiful people. I was moved by the wisdom of the staff and wanted to be a sponge soaking up all they had to offer,” she commented. “Through Patrick Henry I have a beautiful family that I have adopted in my heart as my own. They love me and support me while pushing me to be my best. If it wasn’t for the miracles of God and PHBGH I would not be as blessed as I am today. I believe my story is an example of how God can take a mess and turn it into something beautiful!”

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our Vision: To meet the needs of every child before us, resulting in the maximum impact for that child, in the shortest time possible, in the most efficient way possible, always in a loving and professional manner.

Due to the challenging weather, this year’s Brick and Cherry Dedication was held indoors. The following honorees were recognized: Brick Dedication In Memory of Sonny Merryman In Memory of Randi Lee Sones In Memory of Walter N. Brown In Memory of Benjamin C. Pellum In Memory of Lucy S. Neal Cherry Tree Dedication In Honor of Mary R. Wheeler

For more information about commemorative bricks and cherry trees, please contact our Director of Institutional Advancement, Jeff Fulgham, CFRE.

Christmas Goodness H.O.G. Style Not only does the annual event provide each youth with wonderful Christmas gifts, but also an afternoon filled with comradery and fun as all enjoy a pizza party and door prizes. In addition, the youth have the opportunity to put on skits and perform their latest music renditions for their Christmas benefactors. Then, after much anticipation, gifts are unwrapped!

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ou know Christmas has arrived for the youth of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes when Route 501 from Lynchburg to Rustburg rumbles with the roar of anywhere from 50 to 70 motorcycles.

Each December the Blue Ridge H.O.G. Chapter #5291 travels from the Lynchburg Harley Davidson dealership to Rustburg High School with sacks of Christmas goodies for the PHBGH youth.

Valentine’s Day

“It is so special to know that you are thought of throughout the whole year and especially at Christmas,” said Raven. “I have had the same H.O.G. sponsor for four years and I am confident that I really matter to them. Thank you Mr. and Mrs. Langmeyer!”

From all the youth at Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes…THANK YOU H.O.G.s for annually opening your hearts as you bring your generous Christmas Spirit to the PHBGH youth!!!

Banquet

When February approaches so does the anticipation of the PHBGH youth for the annual Valentine’s celebration held at Liberty Baptist Church in Appomattox. For over 36 years the Woman’s Missionary Union of Liberty Baptist has hosted a Valentine’s party for the PHBGH boys and girls. It is a celebration complete with decorations galore, an incredible meal, a photograph booth, and the selection of a King and Queen.

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TURKEY BOWL VICTORY GOES TO

the kids!

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e won, we WON!!!” shouted the youth of Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes. Win they did, for the first time in three years at the PH Annual Turkey Bowl football game played on the front lawn of the Brookneal campus on a Sunday afternoon before Thanksgiving. “This year we had a secret weapon, Dominic,” said Stephen’s cottage youth Kissean. “He dominated!”

After their defeat, th e

staff wallow in selfpity.

“It is fun for all,” said houseparent Nick Durham who unhappily broke one of his fingers last year while catching the football during the game. “One thing we really love about this tradition is how it gives our kids the opportunity to see staff act like kids. So much of the time, we are like all parents, the disciplinarians and rule keepers, but out on the field we are just like the kids … WE play to win as well!”

Patrick Henry’s Annual Turkey Bowl is scheduled for Sunday, November 22, 2015. We hope you will plan to attend and support your favorite team!

After their victory, the youth celebrate.

We love pulling this very special event together for the PHBGH youth,” said event volunteer and photographer Kay Robertson. “Not only do the youth seem to truly enjoy our efforts, but their manners and appreciation speak volumes.”

Founded in 1888, Woman’s Missionary Union, an auxiliary of the Southern Baptist Convention WMU, is a non-profit organization that offers an array of mission’s resources including conferences, ministry ideas and models, volunteer opportunities, curriculum for age-level opportunities, leadership training, books and more. The WMU of Liberty is involved in various mission projects both inside and outside their church.

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Genuine Unexpected

Generosity

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hen Western Union telegraph after telegraph came following the events of June 6, 1944 it was Annie Elizabeth Teass who received each one … notice after notice and none of the news was good.

The incredible angst that she must have felt was intensified by the fact that most of the announced casualties were family friends. Nineteen boys from “A” Company, now affectionately known as “The Bedford Boys,” all lost lives in their valiant effort to invade “Omaha Beach” in Normandy, France.

Not only did Miss Teass receive the devastating news, but she also took on the responsibility to act quickly and quietly in getting the messages to the families before it leaked out in some impersonal way.

“We were touched immeasurably.”

According to April Cheek-Messier, President of The National D-Day Memorial Foundation, “She was a crucial part of the homefront story and the tremendous loss endured by Bedford. Her bravery during that time is a testament to the homefront spirit of World War II.”

Annie Elizabeth Teass Miss Teass passed away on November 8, 2011.

Through her estate, she not only remembered her church, the humane society and The National D-Day Memorial Foundation, she also generously provided for Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes.

“We were touched immeasurably,” said Chief Advancement Officer Jeffrey Fulgham. “In her determination to rise above the tragedy of so many friends lost, we are honored that she would seek to help our youth. Her generosity is a tremendous example of genuine goodness.”

“We plan to honor her in two needed ways,” continued Jeffrey Fulgham. “First, her gift will help us continue the quality of care received by our boys who live in their Bedford PHBGH Home. In addition, we plan to set aside a portion of her gift to establish scholarships to our Hat Creek Camps for the youth of military families. Her legacy will live on through the care of our own boys and in the laughter and determination of a kid being able to go to camp!”

Bedford Cottage is a favorite of the boys at PHBGH. Photographed are our current youth in Bedford Cottage with their houseparents Laura and George Nail.

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The Honor and Memorial Register

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he following donors made honor or memorial gif ts to Patrick Henr y Family Ser vices in recognition of those who have made a difference in their lives. These gifts not only help our ministry, but they also live on as a lasting legacy to those who are honored. In fact, many people have been introduced to Patrick Henry Family Services through honor and memorial gifts.

When honor and memorial gifts are received, our office promptly notifies the honoree or the family of the deceased and provides the name and address of the donor of each gift.

In Honor of: A Jalene N. Adams Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Crump

B For All of You for What You Do and Who You Become Mr. and Mrs. William O. Day, Jr. Frank, Dana, and Camille Bacon Cookie and Earl Currin

Joyce D. Booker Mrs. Myrtle B. Fore

Gwen Garrett Colburn Mrs. Eunice T. Garrett

Betty DeBarr Mrs. Ruby Mew

Mr. and Mrs. Henry Booth Frank and Brenda Puryear

Chip and Laura Coleman Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele

Mr. and Mrs. Dorsey L. Drawhorn Cookie and Earl Currin

Jack, Lynne, and John M. Boswell Cookie and Earl Currin O.B. and Alice Boyd Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Crump Dr. and Mrs. Lewis Bridgforth Mr. and Mrs. John B. Walker

Dorothy Bailey Mr. and Mrs. Johns W. Bailey

Sammy Brown Ms. SamiDail Gilley

Pam Bailey Mrs. Ruby Mew

Spence Burger and Son Mr. and Mrs. Walter B. Bass, Jr.

Kemper and Bev Baker Mr. and Mrs. Clarke C. Jones

Mr. C. Russell Burnette, Jr Dr. and Mrs. Richard P. DuFour

Dr. and Mrs. Letcher B. Barnes Ms. Susan Nash

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Mrs. Sitty Baskervill Cookie Currin Paul, Tracy, Scott, and Sarah Bennett Cookie, Maurene, and Earl Renee Bondurant Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele

Step Forward resident, Ryan, appreciates the opportunity to be photographed with PHFS Education Coordinator Jodie Burnside and husband Kent at the H.O.G.s party.

Jackson Coleman Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele Peyton Coleman Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele

Helen W. Dudley Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Layne Rick and Becky Dufour Long Mountain Motor Sales, Inc.

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Stephanie Coleman Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele

Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Edwards, Kyle, and Ryan Cookie and Earl Currin

Joe and Meredith Collins and Bryan Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Alfred E. White

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Jackie B. Conner Ms. Vickie P. Hite

Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Farmer Mr. Walker G. Weigel Sarah N. Faulconer Mrs. Phyllis Shrader

Rev. June C. Carpenter Mrs. Myrtle B. Fore

Mrs. Jessie A. Crews Mrs. Laurie Ann Mergler

Dorothy Cassada Mr. and Mrs. O. B. Burnette

John M. Crews Mrs. Laurie Ann Mergler

Garland and Frances Clark Mr. Dale Clark

Jean F. Davis Ms. Nancy Davis

Jeffrey R. Fulgham, CFRE Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Olson

Cecil Clarkson and Angela C. Martin Mrs. Ruby Mew

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Mrs. Louise P. Deacon Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm G. Deacon, Jr.

Mrs. Macca L. Ferguson Ms. Eleanor M. Cyrus Mr. and Mrs. Charles J. Friedl Cookie and Earl Currin

Thomas F. Garner, Jr Mr. and Mrs. Clarke C. Jones

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Mr. and Mrs. Harold Longsworth Frank and Brenda Puryear

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Lydia and Everett Phelps Mr. and Mrs. Bob Holt

Joe and Catherine Mainous Mrs. Ruby Mew

Mr. and Mrs. Orville Phillips Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Burton

James S. Mann Mr. Glen N. Abernathy

Peggy Pilout Mr. and Mrs. Paul J. Kristiansen

Noelle Kehrberg and Nina Marable Mrs. Ruby Mew Mrs. Carolyn Martin Ms. Eleanor M. Cyrus Mr. Monte Mays Memorial United Methodist Church

Ben Garrett Mrs. Eunice T. Garrett

John and Glynis Hopkins Mr. J. Wesley Graham

The Gasser Children Mrs. Margaret S. Woolwine

Don and Lynne Huskey Mrs. Joan S. Yeatts

Harry and Nancy Gekas Mrs. Ruby Mew

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Mrs. Dana B. Goetz Dr. and Mrs. Richard P. DuFour

Bill and Ellen Jamerson Mr. and Mrs. Phillip C. Jamerson

Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Goodwyn Cookie Currin

Mr. and Mrs. Jim Jennings Dr. and Mrs. Richard P. DuFour

Jean Harold Gordon Mrs. Kathryn S. Pixley Mr. and Mrs. Page C. Stinnett

David and Debbie Jones Mr. R. D. Jones

Ron and Patt Graves Mrs. Ruth H. Scott

H John G. and Katherine Heller Mrs. Kenneth Powell Mrs. Lillian H. Hicks Cookie and Earl Currin Paul and Betty Jean Hines Mr. and Mrs. Ernest H. Bowling, Jr. Becky Holloway Mrs. Mildred Townsend Randy and Diane Holmes Thompson Insulation Co.

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K Katherine A. Keel Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Crump Kathy Keel Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Hite

L Mr. and Mrs. T.C. Leggett Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Mapp, Jr. Karen Leighton Ms. Alice J. Sweeney Brenda, Jeffrey, Ashley and Will Lenhart Mr. and Mrs. Blaine G. Lenhart Mike and Christine Lobue Cookie and Earl Currin

Clarke and Rhonda Poindexter Mr. and Mrs. Clarke C. Jones Edith Poindexter Mrs. Elizabeth Scott Wayne and Junko Powell Mrs. Kenneth Powell

Virginia McCormick Ms. Barbara J. McCormick

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Puckett Frank and Brenda Puryear

Bill and Ann McLeRoy Mrs. Phyllis Shrader

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Shorter Metcalf Mr. O. H. S. Tolley, Jr.

Josh and Dominic enjoying their Christmas gifts!

Lillian Williams Paylor Mr. and Mrs. Ebb H. Williams III

Robert L. Metzger Mr. and Mrs. Wayne F. Beddow Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Metzger Mr. and Mrs. Robert Metzger Mr. and Mrs. Lenwood A. Johnson, Sr. Margaret A. Moon Mr. Roy A. Moon Ms. Eleanor M. Cyrus Mary R. Morgan Mr. and Mrs. John W. Morgan

Mrs. Robert A. Quicke (Anne) Cooke, Maurene, and Lucy Sterling

R Martha B. Reed Ms. Susan Nash Richard and Mary Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Charles M. Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Don Richardson Mr. and Mrs. Jack R. Wiles John and Betty Riddle Mr. and Mrs. Mike O’Brochta

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Louise and Aulden Roach Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. McClenny, Jr.

Susan B. Nash Mrs. Betty Sue Barnes

Jane M. Robison Mrs. Ruby Mew

Jaylyn Nixon Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele

Mr. and Mrs. Dan Roop Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Roop

Makenzie Nixon Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele William and Brandy Nixon Mr. R. S. Coleman and Mrs. Charlotte E. Steele

O Mr. and Mrs. Jerry O’Connor Frank and Brenda Puryear

P Mrs. Jane Paris Mr. and Mrs. James E. Majors

The Salce-Roop Family Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Roop

S Teresa Sanderson Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Layne Mr. and Mrs. Robert Shelton Frank and Brenda Puryear Ms. Diane F. Smith Ms. Eleanor M. Cyrus Grace Goode Smith Mr. and Mrs. Marvin B. Glasscock

Hilda Smith Ms. Vickie P. Hite

Marjorie Winkelmann Mr. and Mrs. Werner F. Rieger

Martha T. Babcock Mr. and Mrs. Wilton J. Klement

Blair and Lisa Smith Mrs. Nelwyn O. Smith

Mr. and Mrs. Herbert E. Winn Cookie and Earl Currin

Mrs. Betty Bailey Ms. Vickie P. Hite

Mark Southall Creative Electrical Contractors Inc.

Helen and Phin Wood Mrs. Carolyn S. Lucy

Floyd Bailey Mr. and Mrs. Samuel Wilmoth

Layden Wood, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. L. B. Wood III

Mildred Baker Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

T Violet Thackston Mr. and Mrs. Marshall A. Thackston

Dr. and Mrs. Wayne Tinnell Frank and Brenda Puryear Rebecca Tuel Mrs. Ruby Mew Dr. and Mrs. John Turner III Frank and Brenda Puryear

V Anne B. VanWart Ms. Susan Nash John Varner Mr. John H. Varner, Jr.

W Mr. and Mrs. Billy Wallace Cookie and Earl Currin Mrs. Louise Walton Cookie and Earl Currin Betty and Bill T. Warner Mrs. Hazel W. Hunt Betty Warner Mrs. and Mr. Susan O. Funderburk Ginger Warrick Mr. and Mrs. Andrew C. Middleton Mr. and Mrs. Tucker Watson Frank and Brenda Puryear Sandra Watts Thompson Insulation Co. Gloria and Francis Weishaar Ms. Susan Nash Jennifer White Mr. and Mrs. Alfred E. White Michael J. and Matthew White Mr. and Mrs. Alfred E. White Steven White Mr. and Mrs. Alfred E. White Mr. and Mrs. William T. White Cookie and Earl Currin Mrs. Marjorie Wilson Mr. and Mrs. William E. Wilson III

Z Mr. and Mrs. Robert Zider Mrs. Phyllis Shrader Mr. and Mrs. Scott Zingaro Mrs. Phyllis Shrader

In Memory of: A William C. Abbitt Ms. Nancy C. Abbitt

Daniel Baldwin Ms. Lori Kay Francis and Mary Barksdale James M. Henry Christopher Scott Barlow Mr. and Mrs. John W. Hill, Jr. Mary B. Barnes Betty Sue Barnes Ms. Jean F. Bass Ms. Stephanie Hamlett

Mrs. Patricia O. Abbitt

Ms. Susan Nash

C. W. Abbitt, Jr. Sons, Inc.

Ms. Denise Parsons

Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Abernathy Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Abernathy, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III Rev. David Traynham Anderson Mrs. Evelyn A. Webb Mr. and Mrs. J. Hudson Anderson Mr. and Mrs. John H. Anderson, Jr. Mildred Webb Anderson Mrs. Evelyn A. Webb

Helen Jane B. Baugh Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Northington George and Evelyn Bennett Mr. Roger D. Pendergrass Robbie Berg Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Houghton Mrs. Shirley H. Blalock Mr. Jeffrey C. Blalock John Bohannon Ms. Geraldine E. Ludwig

It was the Junior Ring Dance and Lynn attended it with a very special friend!

Ruby Spain Nichols Bowen Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Spain Rick Bradshaw Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Jim Brammer, Jr. Mr. O. H. S. Tolley, Jr. Jesse Branson Mr. Paschal V. Tillman, Jr. Sidney Seay Bridgforth III Mr. and Mrs. Harris Cox William L. Bridgforth, Jr. Mrs. Elizabeth Marker Pamela K. Brown Brown’s Forest Products, Inc. Ms. SamiDail Gilley Bill Bruce Mrs. Beverly Butler

Mildred Spain Forman Arnold Mr. and Mrs. Thomas C. Spain

Clinton and Naomi Bohannon Mr. and Mrs. Donald A. Pittenger

Robert S. Arnold Mr. and Mrs. Robert D. Davis

Ed and Frances Bosiger Mr. and Mrs. Barry Bosiger

Roy Edward Burch Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Dawson, Jr.

James M. Arrington Mrs. Charlotte M. Arrington

Anne T. Bost Mr. James T. Bost

Russell and Pearl Burnette Dr. and Mrs. Richard P. DuFour

Mrs. Judy A. Capel L. Ray and Lucy Arrington Mr. Roberta H. Helms

Lloyd B. and Louise S. Bryant Mr. and Mrs. Larry P. Bryant

Rustburg Cottage appreciates the goodness of the H.O.G.s!

Gladys and Morris Arrington New Prospect Church Curtis Atkinson Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

B Laurie Babcock Babcock’s Auto Service, Inc.

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William F. Conde Mrs. Martha D. Conde

Thomas Desmett Mr. Ben R. Freeman

Rev. H.V. and Sarah W. Conner Mr. and Mrs. Charles Conner

David Dickerson Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Southall

Herman and Lillian Conner Mr. and Mrs. Roy D. Conner Martha Conner Mr. and Mrs. Larry E. Jordan Mr. and Mrs. John Augustus Cordle Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, and Lucy

Photographed above are Kathy Guthrie, Assistant Houseparent (left) and Sara Driskill, Administrative Assistant of Residential Care (right). Both graciously volunteered to help with our Founder’s Society event.

Florence Burton Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Reynolds

Mary Brown Cash Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby

Harry L. Butler Mrs. Beverly Butler

Jeanette Chalmers Glass’s Auto Service, Inc.

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Mr. Glenn F. Chappell Cookie and Earl Currin

Robert “Bob” Cage Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett David Caldwell Mrs. Virginia T. Caldwell Roland M. Caldwell Mr. and Mrs. Roland M. Caldwell Mr. and Mrs. Morta Campbell Mrs. Ann E. Campbell Howard M. “Pete” Campbell Mrs. Lois W. Johnson Mr. R. Earl Campbell Mrs. Ann E. Campbell Robert Carey Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck Joyce Carr Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Beverley F. Carson Mr. James F. Carson John Sears Carson Mr. James F. Carson Pete Carter Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Robert Carter Mr. and Mrs. Thomas M. Proffitt

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Dolly Childress Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Tinsley Serena Kay Childress Mrs. Vera C. Childress Garland Childrey Mr. and Mrs. James W. Burgess Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Warren Hagood Mr. and Mrs. Warren Pulliam Kathleen Clark Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Iris Nichols Cotter Mr. and Mrs. Robert H. Fitz, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Couch Mr. and Mrs. Robert E. Abernathy, Jr. Michael Harris Cox Mr. and Mrs. Harris Cox Nancy Bridgforth Cox Mr. and Mrs. Harris Cox Raymond E. Crawley Mr. and Mrs. Reid Crawley Mrs. Marie Wade Mr. and Mrs. Lottie Crump Mr. and Mrs. Newton C. Crump, Jr. Frances Lucille Eudailey Currin Mr. and Mrs. William L. Wellons David Curry Mrs. Anabel Carter

Mr. and Mrs. Harry Dodson Mr. William E. Dodson Mrs. and Mrs. Florris Reid Ruth W. Dodson Mr. William E. Dodson John Dolan Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Meadows William Kirkwood Donce, Jr. Mr. J. Taylor Thornhill III Richard L. Dooley Mrs. Rita Dooley Mary Ellen Driggs Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Becky Emory Dudley Ms. Katherine A. Emory Mr. and Mrs. Garland H. McKenzie Archer B. and Wallace B. Duffey Mrs. Archer B. Duffey John M. Dunnavant Mrs. Lois T. Buchanan

E Edwin H. Rinker, Jr. and Edwin H. Rinker III Ms. Betty Jane Rinker Edwin H. Vassar and Sue B. Vassar Mr. and Mrs. Juhani Karhatsu

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Sam D. Eggleston Jr. Mrs. Marjorie W. Eggleston

Albert Dolton Mrs. Elizabeth Dalton

Rachel B. Elder Ms. Nancy R. Elder

Okey and Eva Dalton Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Short

W. Royal Elder, Jr. Dr. and Mrs. George H. Barnett

Mrs. Richard W. (Boosie) Cobbs, Jr. Cookie, Maurene and Lucy Sterling

Harry Thomas Daniel Glass’s Auto Service, Inc.

Tom and Edna Cacke Mrs. Doris C. Brandon

Marion M. Daniel Mr. and Mrs. Roger G. Daniel, Sr.

Grady Cole Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett

Aletha Fern Davis Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Hunt

Eugene and Jean Coleman Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Jones

Walter Lee Dawson Glass’s Auto Service, Inc.

Leonard O. Collie Mrs. Barbara B. Collie

Harry L. Day, Jr. Ms. Jean A. Day

Herbert W. Daniel Mr. and Mrs. Roger G. Daniel, Sr.

Mrs. Beatrice Ellett Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Burton Juanita Elliott Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Meadows Mrs. Linda Elliott Mr. and Mrs. Thomas R. Elliott, Jr. Willard and Claire Emory Mr. and Mrs. Garland H. McKenzie Ron England Mrs. Vera England

Douglas and Gladys English Mr. and Mrs. Barry Bosiger

Charlotte H. Fleshman Mr. Roberta H. Helms

Mr. and Mrs. Frank Epperson Mrs. Ann E. Campbell

Watt R. (Bobby) Foster, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert K. Floyd

John Lee Epperson Mrs. Ann E. Campbell Jean Bane Epps Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett Mr. and Mrs. Clarence M. Evans Mrs. Essie Bryce Gordon Judy Evans Mr. and Mrs. Brian E. Thomas Monroe Evans Mr. Donald T. Smith Shirley Evans Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III

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The Merck Foundation Lucy Hughes Fowler Mr. and Mrs. Barry G. Hughes James and Mable Fowlkes Mrs. Jean Gates Fowlkes Robert E. “Bobby” Fowlkes Mrs. Jean Gates Fowlkes Mattie Franklin Mr. and Mrs. John D. Chenault Gladys O. Fulcher Mrs. Lois W. Johnson James A. Fulcher Mrs. Gladys O. Fulcher T. J. Fulcher, Jr. Mrs. Betty A. Eike

Mrs. Jean Harold Montague Gordon Mrs. Gracie B. Carwile Mr. William Coleman Mrs. Kathleen Gordon John Michael Maddox Mr. and Mrs. William E. Maddox Mr. William N. Mays Mrs. Helen S. Massie Ms. Hope Montague Ms. Laura Montague Ms. Martha Showalter Southern Air, Inc Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Graham Mr. and Mrs. Werner F. Rieger Lorraine Greenagel Mr. and Mrs. Melvin J. Greennagel

Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Hite Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett Mr. and Mrs. Harry L. Mapp, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. David McCollum Mr. and Mrs. Ed Murphy Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Nichols Dr. and Mrs. Lucien W. Roberts Mr. and Mrs. Michael R. Upchurch Patricia Guthrie Ms. Betty V. Nelson

H Elizabeth Harris Hackett Mrs. Louise E. Goolsby Josh Hagen Mrs. Madison F. Bond Rev. Lee Warren Hahnlen Mr. and Mrs. W. R. Elliott III L Alliance Francaise de Lynchburg

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Mildred Guerrant Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Carrie Mae Farris Ms. Charlotte E. Scruggs

Dianne Blair Gates Dr. James B. Gates, Jr.

John Guill Reinhold Publishing, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin D. Powell

Elizabeth Ferrell Glass’s Auto Service, Inc.

James and Mary Gates Mrs. Jean Gates Fowlkes

Prentice V. Gupton Mr. Glen N. Abernathy

Ronnie Ferrell Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Ferrell

Donald “Butch” Gentry Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

American Legion Post 8

Alma D. Gibbs Cory E. Dale

Mr. and Mrs. Randy P. Cage

Kermit R. Faison Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III

Shirley Ferrell Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Burton Christopher Daniel Fisher Mr. and Mrs. Newton C. Crump, Jr. Dr. Thomas Fitzgerald Mr. Walter R. Beales III Ms. Lillian Brauer Mr. and Mrs. W. S. Burnette Mr. and Mrs. Robert L. Chaney Mrs. Carolyn R. Crowder Ms. Kristin Fitzgerald Mrs. Essie Bryce Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Fletcher B. Jones Mrs. Evelyn Lambert Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III Dr. Charles H. Moseley, Jr. Mrs. Barbara Nanney Mrs. Gerry N. Nash Dr. and Mrs. Thomas A. Saunders Mrs. Christine L. Tanner Mr. and Mrs. Steve E. Watkins Mrs. Sharon Williams

Mr. and Mrs. Sumner R. Pugh

Mrs. Katherine Eure Mrs. Eleanor G. Olson Mr. and Mrs. Henry H. Smith Winnie Garrison Gilliam Mr. and Mrs. L. G. Moorman Mr. Robert Percy Glidewell, Sr. Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, and Lucy Mr. Robert Percy Glidewell, Jr. Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, and Lucy Lewis Goode Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Grover Goolsby, Jr. Mrs. Louise E. Goolsby

Mr. and Mrs. James W. Burgess Dr. and Mrs. Harold Crowder, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. David Dunn Mr. and Mrs. Buddy Ferrell Mrs. Weston Gupton Ms. Karen M. Harris

Mr. William P. Guthrie Mr. and Mrs. Gene Rebholz Gage Scott Hall Mrs. Donna M. Smith Junius Hall Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Cyril and Irene Hamby Mr. and Mrs. William H. Carson Levi Hamilton Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett Mr. James Ryland Hamlett Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie,

When PHFS Educational Specialist Jodie Burnside’s four year old granddaughter challenged her to accept her “call-out” to participate in the ALS Ice-Bucket challenge, there was only one thing to do… ACCEPT! After speaking with Robert Day, PHFS Chief Executive Officer, Jodie learned that while he thought it was a great idea, he did not want it done wasting water. That was an easy fix for Chase, a young PH youth, “Take us to Hat Creek Camp and we will use the lake water on you,” he said. “Lake water in November is kinda icy!”

David Russell Hudson Mrs. Joey Anne Hudson S. Thomas Hudson, Jr Mrs. Joey Anne Hudson

Mr. and Mrs. Malcolm T. Custalow

Larry Donald Huskey Mr. and Mrs. Donald W. Huskey

Mrs. Elizabeth Fore

Mrs. Joan S. Yeatts

I Mrs. Ruth Inge Mrs. Anabel Carter

J Frances Jackson Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Julie Jenney Mr. Robert C. Harris

“All for One and One for All…” No, they are not the Three Musketeers, but they are the Four Ninja Brothers and could not be prouder to be so. Though their circumstances are totally different, it is no hidden secret at PHBGH that these four youth act and care for each other just like brothers. Securing the four different Ninja character costumes was a bit of a challenge, housemother Bambi Durham commented, “When you have such precious willing boys, you are bound to work your hardest to make special things happen!”

Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, and Lucy

Bobby Johnson Mrs. Carolyn Hite James W. Johnson Mrs. Madeline S. Johnson

Mrs. Grace Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Clarence N. Irby Jack Lewis Farmville United Methodist Men’s Bible Class Theo Boswell Lewis Mr. and Mrs. Richard L. Guill Preston K. Locke Mr. and Mrs. Curtis E. Hamlett, Jr. Henry Loftis American Legion Unit 03/1975 Shirley Satterfield Loftis Mr. Glenn F. Williamson Nancy W. Edwards Long Mr. and Mrs. William J. Long, Jr. Mr. Glenn F. Williamson

C. Edward Jones Mrs. Dorothy H. Jones

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Helen M. Jones Mr. and Mrs. Robert Davies

Wayne Maitland Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Jean and David Jones Mr. and Mrs. R. D. Jones Walter Jordan, Jr The Rucker Insurance Agency

Aiden Clayton Martin Mr. and Mrs. Louis W. Moore

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Robert K. and Virginia P. Martin Robinson Funeral Home, Inc.

Tara Ragland Hite Mr. and Mrs. John L. Morgan III

Jerry Keatts Mr. E. Fred Blankenship

H. B. Sonny Martin Mr. Leslie Martin, Jr.

Ruth Hargrave Ms. Margaret A. Hargrave

Elson and Lula Hodwett Mr. and Mrs. Richard B. Jackson

Wanda Kelly Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Aubrey and Sissy Mason Mr. and Mrs. Aubrey L. Mason

Charles T. Harris, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Harry Lee Hoffman III Mrs. Laurie Ann Mergler

Louis R. Kempf Cookie and Earl Currin

John Massie Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Y. Hundley

Mrs. Muriel Holshoe Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III

Betty King Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III

Doug and Florence Matze Mr. and Mrs. Douglas B. Matze, Jr.

Stanley E. Kramer Mrs. Peggy Stover

Wayne May Mr. and Mrs. Wayne B. May, Jr.

Edward and Virginia Hardie Mrs. Jean Hardie Rickman Dotty Harding Mr. and Mrs. Alvin Harvey

Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Cliborne

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J.W. Hill American Legion Unit 03/1975

Ellenner Layne Mrs. Bonnie Benedict

Tripp Hines Mr. and Mrs. G. F. Hice

Fleda W. Harris Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III

Rhonda Hostetter Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Vance and Gladys Harvey Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd E. Richardson

Donald Howard Mrs. Faye S. Keesee

Chuck Henderson Mrs. Marion D. Henderson

Ann and Robert T. Howard and B.W. Southall Mrs. Sally H. Southall

Kim Henderson Mr. and Mrs. Leslie W. Powell, Jr.

Zelma Howerton Dr. and Mrs. Lucien W. Roberts

Edwin and Ruth Hicks Mr. Carl W. Hicks

Bob and Gaynell Hudnall Mr. and Mrs. Wayne B. May, Jr.

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L Carlton and Ruby Lacks Mrs. Peggy L. Wazeka T. Currie and Gladys Lacks Ms. Sandra K. Lacks Dr. James W. Lanham Mr. and Mrs. William J. Jennings

Reuben Mayhew Mr. Lathan M. Ewers, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert Mays Mr. and Mrs. Monte Mays John and Mary Lou McAllister Mr. and Mrs. John E. McAllister Elliott B. McCormick Ms. Barbara J. McCormick Mrs. Elliott B. McCormick

Thomas McWhite Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Mr. and Mrs. Charles T. Moses Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Monte Mays

Wayne Meade Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Virleen Moss Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Carl and Lucille Medley Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Wade Murray Ms. Patricia G. Satterfield

Peggy Milam Ms. Vickie P. Hite Mr. and Mrs. Wendel Miles Mr. and Mrs. Arnold C. Ripley Mancel Leroy “Sonny” Miley Mr. and Mrs. Leonard A. Smith, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Roy A. Smith Mr. and Mrs. Wallace D. Stevens Ms. Barbara J. Tomanek Holt Mills Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Rev. Robert Mills and Wyatt Mills Ms. Nancy R. Jennings Charlie and Ammie Moon Mrs. Charlynn Flippin Dr. deSaussure Parker Moore, Jr Mr. and Mrs. Thomas G. Boothe Mr. and Mrs. Robert F. Epps Mr. and Mrs. George M. Rushe Claude E. Sebastian Mrs. Ruth Stockdell Mrs. Beverly Szabo Eddie Moore Mr. and Mrs. Bobby L. Blanks Louis and Marjorie Moore Mr. and Mrs. Louis W. Moore Mr. and Mrs. Burton Moorefield Mrs. Ann E. Campbell Watt J. Moorefield Mr. and Mrs. James W. Burgess Mr. and Mrs. William J. Long, Jr. Arline and Willie Morris Mrs. Jeanette M. Walker Ren Morris Mr. and Mrs. Ernest M. Nichols Patsy M. Morrison Mr. and Mrs. Harvey F. Elder

Raymond H. Murphy Mrs. Doris R. Murphy

P Bob and Louise Paris Mrs. Marie W. Turner Jerry Paulette Mr. and Mrs. Sidney W. West Donald W. Penny Mrs. Carol D. Penny The Perkinson Family Miss Carolyn T. Perkinson

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Daniel T. Perrow Mrs. Robbie D. Perrow

Buford Nash Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Markham

Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Phillips Mrs. Brenda Golden

Lucy Neal Mr. Lewis Neal

Henry S. Pittard Mr. and Mrs. James R. Pittard

Mr. Charles R. Nichols Cookie and Earl Currin

Betty Sue Powell Mrs. Bettie Ingram Allred

Marshall Norwood American Legion Unit 03/1975

Jayne D. Powell Mr. William M. Powell

Mrs. Margaret P. Nuttle The Imperial Charitable Trust

O Our Past Family Mr. and Mrs. William J. Long, Jr. Herbert H. Overby Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Crump

Carol Moter Powers Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III Lula K. Price Ms. Margaret A. Hargrave Ricky Pritt Mrs. Eunice T. Garrett

The girls of English Cottage LOVE snow!

John Will Puckett Ms. Vickie P. Hite Mrs. Hattie B. Puckett Mr. and Mrs. Sambo Puckett Ms. Vickie P. Hite Brad and Josh Puryear Triple W. Logging, Inc. Joshua Puryear Mr. and Mrs. John B. Puryear, Jr. Elizabeth Burch Putney Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Dawson, Jr.

R Jack M. Rainey The American Legion Post 79 Doris Randolph Mr. and Mrs. Benny O. Marston Harry Eugene Ranson Mr. and Mrs. George E. Almond Mr. and Mrs. Aulden Roach Mr. and Mrs. Oran B. Stephens Mr. and Mrs. Harry Eugene Ranson Mr. and Mrs. George E. Almond

Mr. and Mrs. David A. Wiseman Stella Jackson Roark Ms. Joan R. Peak

Mr. and Mrs. Carter Southall Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Southall

Elizabeth Dillon Robertson Mr. and Mrs. Arthur R. Parrish

Walter D. Southall Ms. Susan S. Lawman

W. A. Royal, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Durwood Royal

George and Carol Spaulding Mr. Philip H. Wallace, Sr.

Mrs. Dorthy Rutledge

Mr. James Robert Salley Cookie, Earl, and all of the White Oaks Farm Family

George M. Spaulding Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, and Lucy

Christopher Sanders Mr. Roberta H. Helms

Hubert and Viola St. John Mrs. Nan St. John Oliver

Geraldine Saunders Mr. Allen G. Saunders

Hugh and Nancy St. John Mrs. Nan St. John Oliver

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Scott Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Southall

Judith (Billie) Carson Steele Mr. and Mrs. Terry D. Ray

Gertrude F. Sharrett Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Burton

Harriet “Dena” Stevens Mr. Glen N. Abernathy

Mr. and Mrs. Merle T. Adkins III

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Mr. and Mrs. Ernest M. Nichols

Malcomb’s snowy fun reminds us all of the importance of Patrick Henry Family Services. The bell reminds us of yesterday’s tireless efforts; Malcomb’s big smile reminds us of what we strive to accomplish each day; and the cross reminds us of what is forever our foundation!!!

Mr. and Mrs. Monte Mays Mr. and Mrs. Aulden Roach Harry W. and Rachel Ranson Mr. and Mrs. Aulden Roach Earnest and Jean Reaves Mrs. Marie W. Turner Myrata Reese Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Page and Juanita Reese Mr. Roger D. Pendergrass James E. Reid Mrs. Florris Reid Tom and Mazie Reid Mr. and Mrs. Michael Reid Emma Jean Reynolds Mr. William N. Martin Robin Reynolds Mr. J. Thomas Reynolds Clarence and Carrie Richardson Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd E. Richardson

Odessa Richardson Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Roberta C. Rickers Mrs. Grace Marshall and Leroy E. Marshall III

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Parker and Josie Short Mr. and Mrs. Paul D. Short

Stephen Scott Stupsaky Cookie, Earl, and all of the White Oaks Farm Family

Charlie Shorter Mr. and Mrs. Don Carson, Jr. Elizabeth Simmons Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Hon. Franklin M. Slayton Ms. Hilda W. Ferguson Ms. Betty V. Nelson

Mr. and Mrs. Carroll Ripley Mr. and Mrs. Arnold C. Ripley

Friends and Loved Ones from Virginia Mrs. Anne Smith

Ancy and Raymond Ray Roark Mrs. Joanne P. Howard Raymond Ray Roark Mr. and Mrs. Fred S. Bailey Griffin Pipe Products Co., Inc. Dr. and Mrs. Robert W. McCullough Ms. Ruby Dana Stowman Mr. and Mrs. Jimmy Thompson

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Mrs. Margaret Stockman Mr. and Mrs. Ernest M. Nichols

Mervin Lee Smallwood Mr. and Mrs. John L. Morgan III

Mr. Willie Roach Mrs. Anabel Carter

Thompson Insulation Co.

Beverly Shields III Glass’s Auto Service, Inc.

Mr. and Mrs. Werner Rieger Mr. and Mrs. Werner F. Rieger

Oder and Erna Roach Mr. and Mrs. Aulden Roach

Randi Lee Sones Mr. and Mrs. Eugene T. Sones

Ben D. Smith Lt. Col. and Mrs. Eldon W. Cox Dr. C. W. Smith Mr. Gary Haislip Friends and Loved Ones Ms. Grace G. Smith Hunter Smith Mr. and Mrs. Ronald T. Smith Jacob and Mackenzie Smith Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Smith Willie and Ruby Smith Mr. and Mrs. Roy D. Conner

Carolyn Summers Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Jimmy Swanson Mr. and Mrs. William N. McCachren Lois Swanson Mr. and Mrs. William N. McCachren Marshall Swanson Mr. and Mrs. William N. McCachren Betty H. Swisher Mr. J. Taylor Thornhill III

T Bobby Talley Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Hite George Bradley Taylor, Sr. Ms. Vickie Bryant Mr. and Mrs. G. D. Gilliam Maxine Laughon Greg, Vickie, Tyler and Will Morris Overstreet Sloan, PLLC Jim Rose

Mr. Warren C. Simmons Carolyn Thomas Mrs. Sarah G. Waddell The Wooldridge Family Robert E. Taylor Ms. Lynda F. Taylor Thomas Neavil Teass Mrs. Judith C. Early Mrs. Emily S. Pendleton Mr. and Mrs. Horace A. Teass Margaret Terry Mrs. Maxine E. Rigsby Mrs. Marie M. Tese Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, and Lucy Scott Tinsley Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Tinsley Mr. and Mrs. John Tuck Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck Judy Tuck Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Kenneth Tuck Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck

All Deceased Veterans of Post 342 in Volens, VA American Legion Post 342, Volens

W Andy Wagstaff Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Lois Waller Glass’s Auto Service, Inc. Verna Waller Mr. and Mrs. Edwin M. Pairet Jan Jennings Wampler Mr. and Mrs. William J. Jennings Jonathan K. Watson Ms. Betty Atkins Watson Mr. and Mrs. William W. Watson Walter and Cordelia Watts Mr. Charlie Watts James W. (Billy) Webb Mrs. Evelyn A. Webb

Operation Christmas Child presented busy opportunities for PH youth.

First, there was an OCC packing party on the Brookneal campus where 30 participating PH youth filled a box each with special gifts for other youth in distant countries. Then when PH received notice that Ebenezer Baptist Church in Naruna, Virginia needed help with assembly and packing of the large shipping boxes headed to Charlotte, NC, our strong, big-hearted youth stepped in again to assist. Photographed above are PH staff and youth praying over an OCC box before it was sent on its way to enrich another youth’s life.

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James W. (Jim) Webb Mrs. Evelyn A. Webb Margaret D. Weeks Mr. and Mrs. Bucky James

Mr. Glenn F. Williamson

Grady H. Wright Mrs. Lillian D. Wright

Mr. and Mrs. William R. Wooding, Jr.

John J. Wright Mrs. Louise G. Wright

Mr. and Mrs. Bobby L. Williams

Travis (Jack) Turner Mrs. Marie W. Turner

Sarah Weston Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Noleen Williamson Mrs. Barbara B. Collie

Mrs. Marie Ayers Bowers Tyer Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Vaughan, Jr.

Mary Richardson Wheeler Dr. Clara Belle Wheeler

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Catherine C. Whitlow Mr. Bobby Whitlow

Mr. and Mrs. Robert Williamson Mr. William E. Dodson

Mrs. Willie Bruce Underwood Cookie, Earl, Lyle, Trisha, Sterling, Kristin, Dikie, Samuel, Esther, Audrey, William, Lucy Sterling, Bruce, Henry, Wilson, Maurene, Jeff, Jillian, and Lucy

Charles and Bertha Whitlow Mrs. Marie W. Turner Anna M. Wilborne Mr. and Mrs. Charles Conner

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Luther Wilbourne Mr. and Mrs. David A. Wilbourne

Edwin H. and Susie B. Vassar Mr. and Mrs. Juhani Karhatsu

Elsworth Wilkins Thompson Insulation Co.

George and Louise Vassar Mr. and Mrs. Newton C. Crump, Jr.

Ben Williams Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr.

Mary Y. Vaughan Ms. Betty Leap

Elizabeth Hackney Baskervil Williams Mrs. Essie Bryce Gordon

“Nathan” Hunter Vaughan Cookie and Earl Currin Veterans American Legion Unit 03/1975

Bill and Nancy Witcher Mr. and Mrs. Neal Witcher

Mr. Bobby Whitlow

Ruby R. Williamson Mr. J. Taylor Thornhill III Sammy Williamson Mrs. Ora T. Williamson Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Wilson Mrs. Fannie Mae Tuck

Y Jack Yates Mrs. Juanita A. Yates Carolyn Yoder Mr. and Mrs. Norman D. Wagstaff, Jr. Mrs. Bernice Younger Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Houghton Mr. and Mrs. T. C. Leggett Rebecca Yow Mrs. Mildred Townsend

Board Games are a favorite at Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes.

Photographed below is Dante with his little house-brother Gabe.

Frank Raymond Williams, Sr. American Legion Post 8 Mrs. Elsie N. Griles Hunting Creek Baptist Church Dr. and Mrs. Robert W.

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For the

Love

of Kenzie

“We don’t have a lot, but we had a room,” said Sara. “And yes, having a teenager with a baby in your home has its challenges. But it has been amazing to see Katie flourish, and grow as a parent and as a person. That has been our greatest blessing. The program is not only about parenting or becoming the best Mom, but it gives Katie the opportunity to become the best person she can be.”

When asked about her goals, Katie said, “to gain total independence.” She is currently seeking employment, with hopes of saving for a car and an apartment. She even plans to go back to school to finish her degree in social work.

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hrough Patrick Henry Family Services program Homes of Hope, Katie and her infant daughter, Kenzie are living with a loving, supportive host couple. “I will forever be grateful to the Homes of Hope program,” said Katie.

We not only have a warm and wonderful home, but the future holds something better for me and Kenzie, now I have the chance to get my life back on track and be the best parent for my daughter.”

In the fall of 2014, Katie joined Homes of Hope program following a referral from the Pregnancy Support Center of Southside Virginia where she received pregnancy education classes. While taking the classes at the Support Center, Katie earned “baby bucks” which she used to purchase clothes and necessities for infant Kenzie. Not only was this helpful, but at a time of crisis, Pregnancy Support Center Director Melanie Green connected Katie with Homes of Hope to assist with a secure living environment.

The Homes of Hope program provides single, pregnant (or new mothers) college age young women a safe place to live while planning for the future. Mother and child are placed in caring homes with specially trained and qualified volunteer families. Katie is the first mom in the Homes of Hope program. She and her daughter, Kenzie, live with Tim and Sara Mathia. The Mathia couple heard about Homes of Hope through their church.

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“Without the guidance and support of everyone in the program, I probably wouldn’t even have Kenzie today,” said Katie. “Before I was in the program, I felt like a failure and that my life was going nowhere, and that it was ruined because I had her. Now, I feel like I can accomplish all of my goals, even while being a single mom. This program showed me that there were greater things in life for me.”

One additional fact is clear; all that know Kenzie believe that she is, “the best baby ever!”

In addition to providing a safe place with specially trained and qualified volunteer families for single, pregnant young women (or new mothers) while planning for the future, Homes of Hope also provides crisis counseling, peer coaching, support services and other options all to insure positive future steps. For more information about the program, please contact Family Coach Supervisor Ruby Caskey at (434) 239-6892 or through email at rcaskey@patrickhenry.org.

HAT CREEK CONFERENCE CENTER Gets a P

eace is that wonderful state of being all of us yearn for but unfortunately struggle to experience. Our world is often hectic and filled with excessive demands on our time and energy.

Everyone needs a chance to “retreat” from it all. Hat Creek Conference Center provides a great place to retreat and find peace.

Michael Briggs, Special Services Manager, shared his vision for Hat Creek Camps & Conferences: “We want to be a destination that is known for its hospitality, acceptance and quality services. We strive to provide an opportunity for individuals and groups to more easily find fellowship, healing, renewed focus, and God’s peace.”

Built in 1984 by the Presbytery of the Peaks, the facility was due for extensive renovations. Some of the changes include updated lighting, new carpets, fresh decor and linens, bright paint, etc. “We have 18 renewed rooms which can accommodate 50 guests. Our modernized dining room accommodates 60. Never do we want to lose the original Hat Creek allure; we simply needed to give the facility a makeover in order to offer more.”

Hat Creek Retreat Center is surrounded by 342 acres of wooded rolling hills providing an awe inspiring backdrop for any event. Hat Creek is known for its naturally beautiful ambiance. The recent renovations to the Retreat Center have made the facility more functional in meeting the needs of our guests, but just as important, it has ‘spruced up’

Face-Lift!

the center helping it compliment the beauty that surrounds it.

The Retreat Center, also, offers a spacious meeting room upstairs and two smaller conference rooms with two massive stone fireplaces available downstairs. The Center is handicapped accessible and is used by adult groups for overnight retreats, day business meetings, conferences, family reunions, and more. The Retreat Center is available year round.

The property offers guests two lakes for fishing, canoeing, or swimming, various cabins, several picnic shelters, two tree houses, an amphitheater chapel, large dining hall, both a high and low ropes course, a climbing wall and several miles of hiking trails.

“We want to be a destination that is known for its hospitality, acceptance and quality services. We strive to provide an opportunity for individuals and groups to more easily find fellowship, healing, renewed focus, and God’s peace.”

Time has been a genuine friend to Hat Creek Camps and Conference Center.

We hope that you, your church group, your business, your hobby group, etc. will come and let us take you back to a time when God’s graces were enjoyed in a simple and beautiful setting.

Patrick Henry Family Services welcomes Michael Briggs as Special Services Manager at Hat Creek Conference Center.

Michael comes to PHFS with nearly a decade of nonprofit managerial experience.

He served as the regional director for the Society of St Andrew, a national hunger relief organization, as well as being the director of the Harvest of Hope program which provides short term mission opportunities for teens. “PHFS mission to bring healing and wholeness to children and their families really resonated with me. I knew I wanted to help people heal and grow and PHFS was the perfect place to do that.”

Michael did his undergraduate studies at Lynchburg College and Oklahoma State University along with some graduate work at Regent University. He is married with five kids, two rabbits, and a dog.

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Patrick Henry Boys and Girls Homes P.O. Box 1398 Brookneal, Virginia 24528

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Youth Camp • July 6 – July 11 (Rising 6th – 9th Grade)

Junior Camp • July 20 – July 25 (Rising 3rd – 6th Grade)

Youth Camp II • July 27 – August 1 (Rising 6th – 12th Grade)

Junior Camp II • August 3 – August 8 (Rising 3rd – 6th Grade)

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Learn more about Hat Creek Camps inside this edition of The Orator on pages 14-15.