Here in Bakersfield, California, we have been in limbo between summer and fall. One day can be 104, the next 79 degrees. Strange, I know. There is a building anticipation of finally turning that corner where the heat will be behind us and the fall crisp, cool air upon us. AHHHH.... I love and welcome the changing seasons.
In the ministry of Reflections we are also beginning a new season. Our 7th year! Wow! If you are new to Reflections you will want to stay tuned in to begin learning about the amazing history of this God-inspired ministry that brings healing to women who have abortion in their past. We are a group of women who have been touched by the grace of God and have the joy of walking in complete freedom, and who desire to share this freedom with other women. We are just like you... mothers, daughters, sisters, homemakers, business owners, pastors' daughters, school teachers, grandmothers .... some of us are post-abortive, some not. But we all have a heart for God and love being a small part of His big plan.
This is a newly created blog which is replacing our previous website. It just must be a year for change, for newness, since several things are new this year. Our director last year, Kelly DeMoes, announced she was feeling lead by God to step out of Reflections and step into a much-needed role within our church's high school ministry. She has been involved in Reflections since, well, before it even had its name. In fact, before Reflections was born, Kelly and Heidi Williams, who directed this ministry from its beginning in 2003 to 2007, prayed for many years asking God for direction and timing for ministering to post abortive women. Reflections is God's answer to those prayers! Heidi, who moved in 2007 to North Carolina, is still involved as our ministry Visionary. (just a little bit of Reflections history for you!)
I am thrilled to have the opportunity to step in as director of Reflections for this next season. I became involved in this ministry just as it was beginning, when I met Heidi in 2003. Together, we had the joy of leading the very first study group in January 2004. Excitedly, we are now entering our 7th year! I invite you to join us, to follow, post comments, give us feedback and thoughts - as we begin to prepare our hearts, minds and souls for what God has planned this year - as we focus on renewing our passion for intimacy with our Lord and Savior. Come along!
Simply His,
Debbie Haupt
Reflections, Ministry Director
Debbie Haupt
