ABOUT US |
Behold, children are a gift of the LORD..." Psalm 127:3
We are a non-profit, faith-based resource center dedicated to nurturing families in our community. We help young people and adults of all ages get the help they need with their families. Whether preparing for a new baby or learning to strengthen their homes and families, we are here to help!
OUR HISTORY
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The seed of His Love Family Resources was planted in 2003 when God began to put on the hearts of a group of mothers in Oscoda County the needs of those with unexpected pregnancies, their pre-born children, and families living in poverty. As those women prayed, discussions were held with the Oscoda County Human Services Coordinating Council, and Early On. Researching County statistics and listening to oral reporting from these community agencies; critical gaps were noted. The response of that group of mothers was to actively pursue the start of a pregnancy resource ministry that could reach out to those in need in Oscoda County and surrounding areas.
The compassionate ministry called His Love Family Resources opened in 2004, establishing a presence in Mio in a small house on Shepard Street. Over the next five years it grew to the point of needing more space in which to operate. In 2009 a storefront property became available on the main street of downtown Mio, and with community support the ministry purchased the property. Renovations were completed through the help of many volunteers resulting in the move to what is now its custom-designed facility on Morenci Street in June of 2010. Volunteers with many different skills are the mainstay that make clients feel valued and loved and make it possible to meet the needs of families. From it’s beginning, His Love Family Resources has endeavored to affirm life through offering free pregnancy tests and programs that encourage parents to grow in their parenting skills and ability to provide for their children. |
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THE BOARD
Chair- Ruth Ressler
Vice Chair- Vicky Rivera-Pettry
Secretary/Treasurer- Rene Welser
Justin Becker
Sandra Gehringer Handrich
Luke & Olivia Yoder
Wendy Fuhr - Director
Joan Salsbury - Assistant Director
Vice Chair- Vicky Rivera-Pettry
Secretary/Treasurer- Rene Welser
Justin Becker
Sandra Gehringer Handrich
Luke & Olivia Yoder
Wendy Fuhr - Director
Joan Salsbury - Assistant Director
Wendy Fuhr
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Wendy had volunteered at His Love for 3 years before accepting the role of Assistant Director and then became the Executive Director in 2018. She and her husband, Mike, have two sons, a daughter and several grandchildren. Her family has always been her biggest passion. She hopes to plan activities to bring families closer to each other and to show them the love of God. She is involved with her church and has a heart for God.
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Joan Salsbury
Assistant Director
Joan has been married to her best friend, Kevin, since 1982. They have three married children and nine grandchildren. She has a degree in Elementary Education. She began at His Love as a volunteer by cleaning the center in 2011 and came on staff as the Administrator of Development in 2013 and as Assistant Director in 2018. As a pastor’s wife, Joan has been involved in the ministry setting for over 40 years and is excited to be a part of the His Love Family.
CALL 1-800-712-HELP FOR PREGNANCY HELP OUTSIDE REGULAR HOURS
ADDRESS
203 S Morenci Ave,
P.O. Box 217
Mio, MI 48647
203 S Morenci Ave,
P.O. Box 217
Mio, MI 48647
CENTER HOURS
Tuesday 10 AM – 5 PM
Thursday 10 AM-5 PM
Tuesday 10 AM – 5 PM
Thursday 10 AM-5 PM
PHONE 989-826-5817
EMAIL [email protected]
EMAIL [email protected]