SHECHEM CHILDREN’S HOME
QUARTERLY NEWSLETTER
Q1, 2025
New Year, New Hope
2025 begins with a joyful milestone of returning to our newly renovated home. With hearts full of gratitude and renewed purpose, we step into this new season stronger and more hopeful than ever. Through God’s faithfulness and the support of our partners, Shechem continues to be a place where healing begins and futures are restored.
THE HEART OF SHECHEM REOPENS
a time of celebration and thanksgiving, attended by church leaders, partners, and friends The newly renovated Shechem Home now serves as a sanctuary of restoration. From cozy bedrooms to learning spaces and therapy rooms, every corner speaks of new hope.
The excitement among the children was contagious: stuffed animals were placed on beds, laughter echoed in rooms, and everyone joyfully helped unpack and settle in
The renovation project was made possible through the generosity and support of the Wholistic Transformation Resource Center (WTRC) and our contractor, Modelo Espasyo Konstruksyon (MEK). This transformation reflects our ongoing mission to provide a safe, nurturing, and healing environment for every child who enters our doors.
Regulating Emotions, Restoring Peace
This quarter also marked the completion of our new Sensory Room, a safe and calming space designed to help children regulate high emotions triggered by trauma. While we have already begun using the space and the children find it very helpful, we are currently consulting experts and collaborating with the WTRC team to better understand how to optimize the room's setup and functionality. With tools like yoga balls, sensory tiles, art materials, & hammocks, this room has already made a remarkable difference. Younger children enjoy play-based activities, while older youth find calm through deep pressure and rocking tools.
Princess, 16, shared, "My favorite was all the sensory tools. It was fun, especially doing it with the other kids."
SHECHEM CHILDREN’S HOME
Transformation Spotlight: Princess’s Journey
Moments of Joy: Celebrations & Visits
games to weekday visits with friends from Light of the Mountain Church of the Nazarene, the children had many opportunities this quarter to laugh, bond, and experience genuine joy.
She now helps with daily tasks, thrives in art and music, and courageously shared her story at the home relaunch celebration.
“Devotion helped me reflect and slowly learn to express my emotions and be open.”
– Princess, 16
PRAISE REPORT
Foster Care Partnership Launched
We’re honored to be part of the new Foster Care initiative launched in partnership with Nazarene Compassionate Ministries, IJM, and NACC
• Launch of the Foster Care program withdrawn, herself. Over time, through the steady rhythm of life in the home, consistent devotion time, and the love of caring adults, she has blossomed into a confident, creative, and trusted leader among her peers.
PRAYER REQUESTS
games, and simple moments of care, our visitors reminded each child: you are seen, you are valued, and you are loved.
As one of the first pilot homes involved, Shechem is stepping into a new season of advocating for safe, familybased care We are excited for the opportunities ahead to support children’s healing and restoration through foster placement
• Opening of the Sensory Room
• A successful relaunch of the newly renovated Shechem Home
• The growth and resilience of each child
• Provision for home furnishings and remaining exterior work
• A vehicle to help transport children to court hearings and medical appointments
• Strength, wisdom, and protection for our team
• Continued healing and restoration for each child
Soli Deo Gloria! Thank you for being part of this journey of restoration. With your continued support, we are building a home filled with love, faith, and a future for every child.