FROM COURTROOM TO LIVING ROOM
HOPE RESTORES FAMILIES
Addiction doesn’t just affect the individual, it ripples through entire families Children grow up in uncertainty, marriages break under the weight, and generations carry scars of trauma, fear, and instability For every man or woman who loses their way to drugs or alcohol, there is often a spouse, a parent, or a child left to pick up the pieces.
That’s the world Gayla Sams once lived in
She describes herself as “hopeless, broken, dead, and numb ”
Addiction had stolen her confidence, her stability, and most painfully; her family Her children were caught in the middle, living with the consequences of her struggle Like so many families impacted by addiction, theirs was fractured, fragile, and uncertain.
But Gayla’s story didn’t end there.
Through the structure she found at Hope Center Ministries, and the transformation she experienced in Jesus, Gayla’s life began to change Day by day, routine by routine, prayer by prayer, she became the mother her children needed again And this fall, she was granted sole custody of her children While they had already been living at home, the legal decision marked more than just paperwork; it was a declaration that the family she thought she had lost was whole again.
In her own words:
“He ran after me He called me by name He said YOU ARE MINE! And everything He promised me came to pass! You are never too far gone Don’t suffer in silence! God is alive and He is here to give you freedom!”
Gayla’s husband, also a graduate of Hope Center, now stands beside her as they raise their children together. What addiction tried to destroy, God has restored.
Stories like Gayla’s remind us why Hope Center exists This is more than recovery; it’s families reunited, children growing up with parents who are present and healthy, and cycles of brokenness being replaced with cycles of hope
A CALL TO PRAYER FOR FAMILIES
As a supporter of Hope Center Ministries, your prayers matter more than you know Would you join us in lifting up families like Gayla’s?
1 Pray for children returning to homes made to be made whole
2 Pray for healing conversations between parents and children
3 Pray for long-term stability for jobs, housing, and healthy rhythms
4.Pray for couples in recovery for strengthened marriages and renewed trust.
5 Pray for families still waiting for restoration, that hope would not fade
Every prayer, every gift, every word of encouragement makes stories like Gayla’s possible Thank you for believing that no family is ever too far gone.
GAYLA SAM’S AND HER FAMILY
CLARKSVILLE CENTER REBUILT
MORE THAN JUST A HOME BUT A PLACE FOR HOPE
st 6, 2024, tragedy struck when a sudden fire consumed the e Hope Center In just hours, the home that had become a r men seeking recovery and restoration was left in ruins. s, gathering spaces, and the few personal belongings the owned were destroyed. For men who had already lost so heir lives, the fire was more than the loss of a building, it oss of hard-won stability and safety
tory did not end in ashes
mmediately, the community surrounded our residents with on and care Pastor Mike Burnette and LifePoint Church, e YaiPak Outreach and local partners, provided shelter, meals, and encouragement. Their swift response reminded that, while the fire destroyed walls, it could not destroy he months that followed, God’s work continued Nearly a en graduated the program during this season, proof that transformation is not stopped by tragedy
Today, we celebrate a new beginning. The Clarksville Hope Center has been fully rebuilt and is once again open at full capacity. With more room available, we now have the opportunity to reach and serve even more men, offering them a safe place to heal, rebuild their lives, and discover their God-given purpose
This home stands as a powerful symbol of what is possible when faith and generosity come together E a re fa om
On behalf of Hope Center Ministries, thank you Your prayers, encouragement, and partnership turned devastation into restoration Because of you, and because of the faithfulness of our community Our Clarksville Hope Center is more than a building. It is a place of hope, a place of healing, and a place where new stories are being written every day.
FIRE DESTROYS CLARKSVILLE CENTER
CLARKSVILLE CENTER REBUILT KITCHEN
CLARKSVILLE CENTER REBUILT HOME
A WEEKEND OF TRANSFORMATION
OCTOBER SPIRITUAL RETREATS
Every October, our residents step away from their normal routines and gather for a weekend unlike any other From Friday to Sunday, they’ll come together for worship, powerful sermons, meals shared around the table, fun and sporting events, and countless opportunities to encounter Jesus in a lifechanging way.
For many, this retreat marks a turning point the moment where chains begin to break, hope is restored, and new life takes root These weekends aren’t just events on the calendar; they are sacred spaces where our residents hear the voice of God in fresh ways
From our National Recovery Pastor, Johnathon Neiner:
“Be in prayer for our residents as they prepare for a weekend full of opportunities to encounter our Lord and Savior in brand new ways Our retreats will be a time of dedication, transformation, and lots of good old-fashioned fun Every year this is an event that helps us carry out our mission statement of not stopping until every addict and their families are fully devoted followers of Jesus Christ As always we appreciate your support and we are thankful for your continued prayers ”
As we enter this retreat season, we invite you to join us in prayer Your prayers cover our residents, our leaders, and every moment of these weekends. Together, we believe God will do extraordinary things.
HOW YOU CAN PRAY
Pray that residents arrive with open hearts, ready for transformation.
Pray for pastors, speakers, and worship leaders to be led by the Holy Spirit
Pray for freedom from addiction, shame, and brokenness
Pray for unity and strong fellowship among residents
Pray that the commitments made during these retreats bear lasting fruit.
UPCOMING WEEKENDS
Southeast Region Men’s Retreat
October 3 - 5 rd th
Southeast Central Region Men’s Retreat
Southwest Central Region Men’s Retreat
Southeast Region Women’s Retreat
Hawaii Men’s Center
Butte Men’s Center
October 10 - 12 th th
Northeast Region Men’s Retreat
October 17 - 19 th th
Southeast Central Women’s Retreat
October 31 - November 2 st nd
Southwest Central Women’s Retreat
November 7 - 9 th th
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