September eNewsletter

New Season FROM THE FOUNDER Thank you for your support, encouragement and prayers during my post graduation sabbatical.  With my Master of Arts degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling finally under my belt, I am very excited about Beauty From Ashes™ Ministries (BFA) as we move into a brand new season.  God has opened some incredible doors and we anticipate moving through them as we continue our mission in preventing, reaching, and restoring victims of sexual abuse, exploitation, and trafficking. As the founder and Executive Director of Florida's first and oldest, human trafficking, overcomer-led, community service agency, I am committed to the vision of victims being provided the opportunity to receive the comprehensive services they need in order to recover from the trauma and injustices done to them more than ever.  From laypersons with a passion for this marginalized population to professional helpers and first responders, this can only be accomplished through support, education, and community collaboration.  Together we are better and we can make a difference.  As a voice for the voiceless, I thank you in advance for that partnership. I have no doubt that the best is yet to come! Committed to the cause, Julie Shematz, MA Founder / Executive Director

EQUINE ASSISTED THERAPY & LEARNING Call (239) 939-9218 for Individual or Group Sessions

HADASSAH INTERN UPDATE

Twenty four year old, former World Race participant, La Shondra Riddle, is in need of raising $2885 in order to relocate from Atlanta, GA to Fort Myers, FL to begin her one year internship with Beauty From Ashes™ Ministries.  This will cover her monthly costs ($1000) for three months.  LaShondra, an overcomer who feels called to serve with BFA for a year period, hopes to be relocated by the end of the month.  

Giving is tax deductible through BFA.

For more about LaShondra, CLICK HERE. 

BFA FREEdom™ TEAM

Saturday, September 28th & October 12th
9am-12pm

Administrative

Social Networking

Volunteer Coordination 

Barn and/or Equine Care

Graphic Design

Public Relations

Marketing

Garden and/or Grounds Care

Transportation (Clients and/or Volunteers)

Counseling (Master's Level Required)

Registration Required.  Limited Seating.

More Information

FGCU EAGLES RESPOND TO MODERN DAY SLAVERY

Julie Shematz presented on human trafficking and the ministries of BFA at her alma mater, Florida Gulf Coast University, on September 18th and 19th to two undergraduate Humanities classes.  Moved to respond to modern day slavery and recognizing they can help on a local level, more than 20 students (of 40) responded by signing up to volunteer!  Go Eagles!  

Registration Deadline September 27th.  For more information and to register:
Jillian Penhale jill_penhale@uss.salvationarmy.org
(813) 383-5630 O | (813)962-4098 F

Saturday September 28th October 12th & 19th 1 - 5pm Meet and love on our Therapy Horses. If you have never participated in equine care with us in the past,Volunteer Orientation is required. If you've helped in the past, call (239) 939-9218 & let us know to expect you.