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Sunshine

The Magazine of Methodist Children’s Home

Sunshine Magazine
Fall 2021

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Preparing for the Future

Students attending the University of Texas—University Charter School on the Waco campus of Methodist Children’s Home have numerous opportunities to prepare for the future at a two-year community college, four-year university, vocational school, or the workforce.Two such opportunities for youth to learn workplace preparedness and receive actual job certifications are the Greater Waco Advanced Manufacturing Academy (GWAMA) and the Greater Waco Advanced Health Care Academy (GWAHCA).

Worth the Sacrifice

Not long after Andrew and Lindsay Hanks had their second child, Lindsay brought up the idea of becoming foster parents. “He did laugh,” Lindsay said. “He definitely was not there. But Andrew did say he’d be open to it down the road if God led us in that direction.” The couple moved forward with certification and opened their home to children in need.

Celebrating Homecoming and Spirit Week

Students and staff at the University of Texas—University Charter School on the Waco campus celebrated homecoming the last week of September with themed costume days, a junior/senior dance and homecoming court during the Friday night football game.

Making a Community Impact

Methodist Children’s Home is committed to fostering a culture of learning and growth in a way that affects clients, employees and even other ministries and organizations. In the 2020-2023 Strategic Plan, an action step reveals the intention to “collaborate with churches, providers and other community partners to host, lead or sponsor workshops, trainings and conferences.”

Dalton: In Love with the Outdoors

Dalton, 16, is the true definition of a Texas country boy. He grew up hunting, fishing and learning the lay of God’s land with his older brothers, parents and grandparents. There is plenty of space for him to do what he loves on the 500-acre MCH Boys Ranch where he lives. Dalton is a tough young man, but those closest to him agree he has a gentle soul.

Yamilex: Making Connections

“Yamilex never meets a stranger,” Clarence Degrate, coordinator of the Methodist Children’s Home Day Student program, said with a smile. “She wants to connect with you. It is nice to have that bright light at the charter school every day.” Connecting is something Yamilex, affectionately known as “Yami,” has learned to do well. The 17-year-old admitted her journey has not been easy, but she is motivated to reach her goals.

Ashley: Thankful for Open Doors

Ashley has a bright smile, a twinkle in her eye, self-confidence about her future, and a heart filled with gratitude. She remembers the day she came to Methodist Children’s Home with precision. “I was 13 years old when I arrived at the Perkins Home,” she said. “All the girls were at Wednesday night church, so it was quiet in the house. When the girls returned, several made their way to my room and helped me unpack and get settled.

News & Notes Fall 2021

This season’s news and notes feature MCH Family Outreach in Waco hosting an adoption support group, and MCH youth participating in worship planning.

Development News Fall 2021

This season’s development news feature the virtual commissioners meeting to advance MCH, and helpful ways to support our ministry using year-end IRA distributions and our gift annuity program.

Sunshine Magazine

The Sunshine magazine is published quarterly by Methodist Children’s Home.

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