{"id":2823,"date":"2019-07-29T13:13:35","date_gmt":"2019-07-29T13:13:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/missions.nalcnetwork.com\/?p=2823"},"modified":"2020-05-20T21:02:28","modified_gmt":"2020-05-20T21:02:28","slug":"moment-of-mission-dakota-boys-and-girls-ranch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/missions.nalcnetwork.com\/moment-of-mission-dakota-boys-and-girls-ranch\/","title":{"rendered":"Moment of Mission – Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
When it comes to overcoming challenges, Helen Keller (1880-1968) set the bar quite high. She was a lifelong learner, teacher, inspiration. She danced, laughed, wrote, and loved. She was deaf, blind, and had great difficulty speaking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
And, she changed the world and the way we view the potential of those with special needs. Her teacher and best friend, Anne Sullivan, who was herself blind and parentless, instilled a sense of hope in the young Helen. Anne had a persistent hope that guided Helen into her future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Helen said,\u00a0“Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement. Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.”<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n It is that belief in the power of hope that led Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch’s Spiritual Life staff to launch the “Hope Notes” initiative years ago. By simply spending a few minutes writing a note of encouragement, you can help a child heal. You can send your message electronically at https:\/\/www.dakotaranch.org\/ways-to-give\/hope-notes-2<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The words you choose are unique to you, and maybe just what that one child needs to hear! Thank you for considering sending a little hope!<\/p>\n\n\n\n Joy Ryan, President\/CEO Dakota Boys and Girls Ranch is a Recognized Ministry of the NALC. For additional details or to partner with them in ministry, please visit: https:\/\/www.dakotaranch.org<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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