Being a vibrant mission is not just about caring for the homeless in our city, it's about serving our friends who support our ministry. One of the ways we do this is by sharing the wonderful things that are happening in our shelters to encourage and prepare our clients for re-entering society, with obtainable goals for self-sufficiency.
As you read the blogs written by our staff and guest bloggers, your heart will be touched by the stories about life in the shelters and the experiences of the men, women and children living in them. You will find ways to connect that meet your charitable ideals and many opportunities to deepen your involvement with Star of Hope Mission.
Camp Notes: If You Believe in Them, They will Believe in Themselves!
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
by Katelyn Oliver
by Katelyn Oliver

During the summer my parents would always ship me out to summer camp. One of the most memorable times in our schedule was mail time, which was after lunch. When my parents, family and friends came through with notes they rejuvenated something in me.
Honestly, I believe getting a camp note was subconsciously empowering. If you knew someone cared and believed in you, you believed in yourself and all of a sudden courage welled up inside and you signed up for the across lake swim, introduced yourself to a new friend or was the first one to do the high ropes course BLIND FOLDED. Empower Houston's Homeless kids this summer by writing them an encouraging note!
If you believe in them-- they will believe in themselves and can conquer their fears, meet new friends and find hope that last a lifetime this summer!
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