Newsletter 2016 August

702 N Ridge Rd E, Lorain, OH 44055 ▪ 440.233.4091 ▪ www.busesinternational.org
Mobile Outreach Solutions
What have we been up to?
Through your faithful support...
 We helped the Hope Center in Woodstock,
Georgia, “go mobile” by building a new ICU
Mobile Ultrasound Clinic.
 We helped Smile Express of Toledo, Ohio,
get back to “going mobile” by performing
several repairs and updates to their Mobile
Dental Clinic.
 We helped several pregnancy resource
centers from across the U.S. continue
“going mobile” by providing maintenance
training for their Mobile Ultrasound Clinics.
 Rescue & Repurpose Program - Collected
and sent out over 2,000 lbs. of medical
supplies and equipment
 Graphics Printing - Printed dozens of signs,
banners and graphics for churches and VBS
Please continue to pray with us
“We lift up our eyes… our help comes from the Lord.”
 Preached in several churches and spoke at
(1) missions conference
 Provided sound equipment for (5) church
outreaches in Elyria and Lorain, Ohio
God is so faithful! He is sustaining this ministry as we continue with
the work He’s laid before us. We are active in our faith knowing that
UP NEXT:
He has a plan and provision for our future. Please continue to pray We’re helping Heaventrain Kansas City “go
with us for God’s monthly provision of our operating budget. Thank mobile” by building a Mobile Outreach Bus.
you to all who have given a special donation during this time; we
We’re nearing the completion of our new
entrust you to His loving care and blessing. You refresh us!
Mobile Clinic Concept - Portable Clinic in a Box.
www.busesinternational.org
Bags of Love
Most of these special bags will be hand-delivered to children in Appalachia
Kentucky who are experiencing traumatic circumstances in their families and
homes such as poverty, abuse, neglect, endangerment due to violence and/or
drugs, their parents or caretakers are going to jail, etc. During these distressful
situations, a “Bag of Love” can be something special for these kids as they
experience these very scary and difficult times.
GIFT IDEAS
BE SURE YOUR BOX OR BACKPACK IS FULL!
BABY DIAPER BAGS OR BOXES:
Include the following: Baby lotion,
baby shampoo, diaper cream, baby wipes, bottle, bib, spoon,
and a pacifier plus tape a pack of diapers to your box. Extra
items: socks, t-shirts, hair brush, baby toys
BOY BOXES OR BACKPACKS :
Include the following:
1 Small thin 5”x8” Coloring book or fun activity pad
1 Small box of crayons or color markers or color pencils with sharpener
1 Blue/black pen
1 Pencil
1 Baseball/Rubber ball or Paddle ball or Yo-yo or Glider
1 Small car
1 Mini game / Puzzle / Craft
1 Comb
1 Toothbrush
1 Toothpaste
1 Bar of soap
1 Pair of socks
Several Stickers
Several Balloons / Punch balls
Several pieces of Candy (be generous )
ITEMS NEEDED FOR EACH BAG: (ALL ITEMS LISTED MUST BE INCLUDED. EACH
BAG NEEDS TO LOOK AND FEEL FULL.)
1 Large 1-gallon Ziploc Storage Bag
1 Kid’s Salvation Tract
1 Small (5”x8”) Thin Fun Activity Pad or Thin Coloring Book
1 Small Box of Crayons, Markers or Colored Pencils
1 Pen
1 Pencil
1 Small Stuffed Animal or Toy or Jump Rope or Paddle Ball
1 Toothbrush in original packaging
1 Small Tube of Toothpaste in original packaging
Several Colorful Balloons
Several Fun Stickers
Several pieces of Candy and Snacks (be generous )
GIRL BOXES OR BACKPACKS:
Include the following:
1 Small 5”x8” Coloring book or fun activity pad
1 Small box of crayons / color markers / color pencils
1 Blue/black pen
1 Pencil
1 Jump rope or Paddleball or Slinky or Koosh ball
1 Small stuffed animal / Doll
1 Mini game / Puzzle / Craft
1 Hair brush
1 Toothbrush
1 Toothpaste
1 Bar of soap
1 Pair of socks
Several Stickers
Several Balloons / Punch balls
Several pieces of Candy (be generous )
Please do not include items that are used, damaged, dirty or related to violence
W HERE WILL YOUR SHOEBOX , BAG OF LOVE OR PACK GO ?
Currently, we’re focusing our project on families living in Appalachia
Kentucky as well as in the Ohio cities of Lorain, Elyria, Cleveland,
Toledo and Youngstown. We are working in partnership with
churches, ministries and schools. These areas have a reported poverty level among children twice that of the national level and have
been designated by the U.S. government as “Distressed”. The children in these areas struggle day to day with hunger, insufficient
clothing, inadequate housing, and poor healthcare.
CANDY/SNACKS IDEAS:
(Original packaging or place in a plastic baggie;
no peanuts or nuts) Hard candies, lollipops, gum, taffy, gummies, candy
canes, etc. Beef sticks, jerky, raisins, fruit snacks, cracker snacks, snack bars
PERSONALIZE YOUR BOX: You may enclose a personal note to the child
and a photo of you and your family. You may wrap your box (Wrap the lid
separately). Line your plastic box with wrapping paper so it shows through,
then fill. Please know that elaborate decorations on the outside may not survive shipping.
PLEASE DO NOT INCLUDE :
Used or damaged items; items related to
violence; vitamins or medications; breakable items; aerosol cans; etc.
How to pack a BUSES International Christmas Shoebox or Backpack
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SHOEBOX or Backpack
Choice a 5 quart (13”x7”x3½”) shoebox or plastic box
with lid or a new backpack. Begin praying for the
child who will receive your special gift of love.
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BOY OR GIRL
Choose a group: “Baby,” “Boy” or “Girl.” Clearly
label or mark your gift indicating the group.
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Send a donation of $2-$3 or more for each gift to
help with shipping and project costs. Put your
donation in an envelope and attached it to the
outside of your gift.
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FILL YOUR BOX OR BACKPACK
Completely fill your shoebox with new kid- friendly
items and treats. (No peanuts or
violence related items) For Baby Boxes, attach a pack of
diapers. EACH BOX NEEDS TO BE FULL.
INCLUDE YOUR DONATION
T HE
DROP OFF OR MAIL
Place 3 thick, heavy-duty, rubber bands around your
box and lid, then drop it off or mail it to BUSES
International. Call ahead to schedule a drop-off.
440.233.4091
DEADLINE IS
D ECEMBER 5, 2016
& BACKPACKS
FOR ALL BOXES , BAGS