April 2020
Dear Friend of OGT MAB,
These days, COVID-19 updates are flooding email, internet and news channels – so much has changed in the last three weeks, it’s difficult to read, process, and comprehend it all. As we seek the Lord’s guidance and protection, here is the pertinent news from Mid-Atlantic Branch:
If You’ve Got Extra Time… Orphan Grain Train’s website has a list of ongoing do-it-yourself projects on www.ogt.org in Special Projects under “What We Do.” Supplies for several of them are purchasable online and can be completed at home. (Retail venues all across the country are closing down, but the internet never sleeps!) While an individual might only complete a few items, collectively it adds up quickly.
Guest Visitor – March 11th we welcomed Bruce Sutherland of OGT, Inc, to our warehouse for a tour. Bruce started as Mission Advocate last October and visited us to get acquainted and observe our operations. We wish him well in his new role!
Unsung Hero II – Last month I introduced you to Mike Pralle, Apple Box Champion. During the quarantine, Mike is continuing his solo mission of collecting and delivering boxes to the warehouse. When we’re up-and-running again we’ll be well-supplied for packing. Once again, awesome job Mike.
Working Behind the Scenes – Our senior supporters continue to amaze us. In February I wrote about several who give handmade items to OGT, and now I’ll add to the list. Gretchen Hassenplug, Tel Hai Retirement Community resident in Honey Brook, PA, donated 33 beautiful little dresses and 18 boys’ shorts made by their ‘Sew Creative’ group. Eleta May Buss, longtime MAB supporter, recently asked for more OGT brochures. She wrote, “I collect clothing, etc. for OGT. I have been distributing the OGT "Relief for Human Need World Wide" brochures to friends here at Riddle Village [Media, PA]. I have been successful just by word-of-mouth. I offer the contributors a donation form, relief brochure and list of suggested items we collect.” Thank you, Gretchen and Eleta! You set a wonderful example.
Lost and Found – We discovered a large amount of cash and a unique timepiece while sorting donations in early March. Please email me if you believe you know the owner.
Special Plea – As warmer weather approaches and you begin spring cleaning, please look particularly for men and boys clothing – we need them! As soon as we reopen, we will be happy to take them off your hands.
This has certainly been an unusual Lenten season of somber isolation. Although we will remain under home-quarantine on Easter, our joy will be no less than if we worship corporately. No matter the circumstances, the Son will rise!
“According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you.” 1 Peter 1:3,4
God willing, I will see you at the warehouse – in the not-too-distant future!
Carla
Dear Friend of OGT MAB,
These days, COVID-19 updates are flooding email, internet and news channels – so much has changed in the last three weeks, it’s difficult to read, process, and comprehend it all. As we seek the Lord’s guidance and protection, here is the pertinent news from Mid-Atlantic Branch:
- Our warehouse is closed for regular hours through WEDNESDAY, MAY 13TH, at which time we will re-evaluate using government guidelines.
- Currently, we are not taking donations. If possible, please hang on to yours until we announce otherwise.
- Our MAB warehouse closing is posted on www.ogt.org home page near the bottom in Current Relief Efforts.
If You’ve Got Extra Time… Orphan Grain Train’s website has a list of ongoing do-it-yourself projects on www.ogt.org in Special Projects under “What We Do.” Supplies for several of them are purchasable online and can be completed at home. (Retail venues all across the country are closing down, but the internet never sleeps!) While an individual might only complete a few items, collectively it adds up quickly.
Guest Visitor – March 11th we welcomed Bruce Sutherland of OGT, Inc, to our warehouse for a tour. Bruce started as Mission Advocate last October and visited us to get acquainted and observe our operations. We wish him well in his new role!
Unsung Hero II – Last month I introduced you to Mike Pralle, Apple Box Champion. During the quarantine, Mike is continuing his solo mission of collecting and delivering boxes to the warehouse. When we’re up-and-running again we’ll be well-supplied for packing. Once again, awesome job Mike.
Working Behind the Scenes – Our senior supporters continue to amaze us. In February I wrote about several who give handmade items to OGT, and now I’ll add to the list. Gretchen Hassenplug, Tel Hai Retirement Community resident in Honey Brook, PA, donated 33 beautiful little dresses and 18 boys’ shorts made by their ‘Sew Creative’ group. Eleta May Buss, longtime MAB supporter, recently asked for more OGT brochures. She wrote, “I collect clothing, etc. for OGT. I have been distributing the OGT "Relief for Human Need World Wide" brochures to friends here at Riddle Village [Media, PA]. I have been successful just by word-of-mouth. I offer the contributors a donation form, relief brochure and list of suggested items we collect.” Thank you, Gretchen and Eleta! You set a wonderful example.
Lost and Found – We discovered a large amount of cash and a unique timepiece while sorting donations in early March. Please email me if you believe you know the owner.
Special Plea – As warmer weather approaches and you begin spring cleaning, please look particularly for men and boys clothing – we need them! As soon as we reopen, we will be happy to take them off your hands.
This has certainly been an unusual Lenten season of somber isolation. Although we will remain under home-quarantine on Easter, our joy will be no less than if we worship corporately. No matter the circumstances, the Son will rise!
“According to his great mercy, he has caused us to be born again to a living hope through the resurrection of Jesus Christ from the dead, to an inheritance that is imperishable, undefiled, and unfading, kept in heaven for you.” 1 Peter 1:3,4
God willing, I will see you at the warehouse – in the not-too-distant future!
Carla