We shared the exciting news that the family we are sponsoring has officially received their visa approval! We rejoice and give thanks to the Lord for this incredible milestone.
We also received another wonderful update—their flights have been booked, and they will be arriving on March 21st, 2025! With their arrival just around the corner, there are many important tasks ahead, and we need to move quickly. On the links below you can find key areas where help is needed as we take the next steps.
Mar 12, 2025
We’re getting closer - Just 9 days left til our family of 6 will arrive at Vancouver Airport on March 21st!! We are still collecting donations to furnish their home. Please remember that all items shown on the MyRegistry.com are SAMPLES only. We are not asking for specific brands or that items be purchased from specific retailers.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who has contributed their time, provisions, or resources to this massive undertaking. Wishing you all abundant blessings!
Feb 25, 2025
We are pleased to report that a home for the family has been secured. Now the real work begins! The attached list shows the numerous jobs needed to prepare the home for the family's arrival. We are calling on volunteers to make the tasks lighter. There are many ways that you can help: join a team to help do minor handiwork, clean, unpack, or arrange furniture. Or bring some snacks and encouragement for the crew doing the heavy lifting. All are welcome and no job is too small. Want to join us?
Contact Elisabeth or Simon Anderson for cleaning/ house organization support.
Contact Benita and Peter Lawrance to help move household items and furniture to the house.
Contact Randy Montroy to help with handiwork/painting.
Thank you also for checking the wish-list for household donations required.
Feb 18, 2025
We are collecting donations to furnish their home.
All items shown on the MyRegistry.com website are SAMPLES only. We are not asking for specific brands or that items be purchased from specific retailers.
Please only donate items we have listed on the website and if they are in good working order. In some instances, we have specifically asked for new items (bedding & linens).
Drop off information:
Small household items can be dropped off at Granville Chapel.
Sunday Drop Off: Contact Peter & Benita Lawrance or Leidy after the service.
Weekday Drop Off: 10am – 2pm. Please call the office (604) 263-4121 to arrange a time.
Larger Household items & Furniture: Contact Peter & Benita Lawrance
Thank you for your generosity and support!
Update Feb 12, 2025
We give thanks that a large rental home has been found for our sponsored family. This is an answer to prayer! The home is near Broadway and Kaslo, close to transit and shops. The home needs a bit of TLC and Randy Montroy, member of Granville Chapel and owner of Randhill Construction has very kindly and generously offered to lead a team to get the house ready for the family's arrival. We need some energetic volunteers to work with him on a range of tasks - cleaning, painting, yard-work; minor repairs, etc. Please join us in creating a welcoming home for our family. Many hands make light work! If you are interested in helping out, click on the link below to join one of our sponsorship teams.