Celebrating Easter Building Blocks to Success

30 Main St.
PO Box 2188
Rapid City, SD 57709
605-341-2844
Fax:605-718-2332
csrm@cornerstonemission.org
April 2015
Celebrating Easter
Easter is probably the most important Holiday
in the Christian Calendar, yet for some reason it does
not receive the attention that is lavished upon Christmas.
Not even from the secular world. The culmination of
God’s work through Jesus does not result in an end, but
a beginning. Christ’s resurrection brings new life and
hope for eternity. How appropriate that we celebrate this
momentous occasion as the leaves reappear on the trees.
Cornerstone strives to be a channel through
which lives are made new in Christ. While we meet
physical and emotional needs, our ultimate goal is
to meet the needs of the individual at the spiritual
level through healing that is only possible through
a relationship with Jesus Christ. It is our honor and
privilege to be a part of that kind of work.
Soon you will see Cornerstone integrate
new programs for discipleship and life skills, as
well as services inside the chapel. In 2014 we more
than doubled the number of people we were able to
place into stable housing situations, this came on the
heels of ministry training for all staff. This training
continues to thrive and affect the guests.
May this Easter bring you peace and great joy!
Thank you for your continued support of Cornerstone
Rescue Mission!
Tom Golden,
Executive Director
Building Blocks to Success
There’s an old adage
that says you can’t
buy time. However,
today you have the
opportunity to do
exactly that-- buy
time. You can do
this by sponsoring
a child from Dear
One’s Child Care. We care for the youngest members
of our society affected by homelessness -- its children.
Up to 20 children from age 4 weeks to 12 years old.
Recently a young mother, let’s call her Jane, came
to Dear Ones to apply for childcare. This mother wanted
and needed to work but first had to find childcare for her
daughter. Because she could not afford to pay for her care
she was referred to The Department of Social Services
to apply for Child Care Assistance. She then found that
she was not eligible for assistance because she was not
employed. Thus she found herself stuck in a “Catch 22”.
No job, no childcare. No childcare, no job.
When you sponsor a child for any period of
time you will allow a family to move forward in life by
providing Building Blocks to Success. The costs for
sponsorship are as follows:
One Hour.................................. $3.15
One Month........................... $504.00
One Day.................................. $25.20
One Year..............................$6048.00
One Week............................. $126.00
It’s up to you!
The sponsorship funds created by Building
Blocks to Success will allow Dear Ones the ability to
provide childcare for those families who fall through
the cracks and cannot afford to pay on their own.
Please help by using the pink envelope enclosed and
put Building Blocks in the memo of your check and
sponsor a child today.
Through the Eyes of a Child
Each morning as we walk through the
door of Dear Ones Child Care to begin the
work day, we are transported to another
world. The wonderful new and exciting
world through the eyes of a child. We are
welcomed with joyous greetings calling
our name, all at once each little voice is
vying for attention to share some special
bit of news. Little arms wrap around legs
hugging tightly as if we’ve been away for
years! It brings such joy walking into a
room filled with such happiness, laughter
and unconditional love. It’s a great way
to start the day. If only every adult could
have that same feeling as they started
their work day!
Meal times are an important time to feed both our bodies
and our souls as the children share their stories of things that are important to them. The sighting of a fire
truck, the silly thing that their pet did, the spaghetti that was served for supper or the bird they saw on their
way here. Each of these things are new and exciting. The Lord provided us with such an amazingly beautiful
world. It’s time that we stop and enjoy it as we give thanks just as the children do as they learn about the world
around them.
Playtime is when the learning really takes place. Exploring and learning seem to go hand in hand, literally
hand in hand. Sometimes all it takes is sitting next to a child and encouraging them to try something new. To
brave those steps up to the top of the slide and then actually slide on their own. It’s so amazing to see one child
cheering on another child as they attempt a new skill. That success is so much richer when it is recognized by
their peers.
Battles with buttons, fighting with zippers and those dreaded shoelaces seem to challenge each little heart
and hand as they begin those steps to potty training. There are stickers to earn with each attempt as we coach
them along each step and then cheer each successful trip to the bathroom. Pride in their accomplishment grows
with each success as they master this skill and can go all by themselves!
Taking turns and waiting in line for your turn are always a challenge but it is a part of life and this lesson too
must be taught. Understanding that it is nearly impossible for everyone to safely exit through the same doorway
at the same time (without someone needing a bandage or an ice pack that is). As a child learns that they too will
become line leader they learn patience, understanding and how to be safe. It allows them to be understanding
and empathetic because they remember when it wasn’t their turn.
All in all, the lessons that we teach are in equal measure to the lessons learned. One of the greatest lessons
learned is that the world is much different when viewed through the eyes of a child and it’s a view that we look
forward to each and every day!
Please consider looking at the bottom of the front page and sponsor a child for a day or more. It would make
a big difference in that child’s life and that of their family. Thank you!
2015 Bird and Bison Banquet
Saturday March 7, the Cornerstone Rescue Mission held its
annual Bird and Bison Banquet at the La Croix Hall in the
Civic Center. Approximately 350 people attended, enjoying the
evening’s events -- silent auction, great food, the raffle, and the
fabulous deals at the Cornerstone Thrift Store Boutique.
Special recognition was given to Dick McConnell for 25 years of
service to the Cornerstone Rescue Mission. He has served on the
Board of Directors since 1990, and holds an office on the Board.
His faithfulness as a Board member is admirable. He is a steadfast
champion for the guests we serve. He assists with construction
projects given his long history as a professional architect. Dick
provided valuable insight on the recently remodeled kitchen
at the mission and now is helping with the new Women and
Children’s Home.
Also recognized were Doug and Abbie Thrash for volunteering
their time with the Thrift Store and putting on the Thrift Store
Boutique for six consecutive years. Doug also served on the
Cornerstone Board of Directors for many years. We are grateful
to this couple who give so tirelessly to the Cornerstone Rescue
Mission.
Sam Fischer & Dick
McConnell
Tom Golden and Dou
g
& Abbie Thrash
Elia Moreno of Communication Across Barriers shared her
experiences working with the homeless and needy. Elia also
volunteered to become homeless for three days and shared
a touching story of her experiences during that time. She
complimented Cornerstone’s efforts stating that when she toured
the mission during meal time it felt like home.
A Special Thank you to all the Bird and Bison Banquet Sponsors,
and the merchants and churches who donated silent auction and
Elia Moreno
raffle items. We also want to thank the many wonderful people
who attended and helped make this a successful event. A very heart
felt thank you to Debbie Ketel for all the work as the Committee Chair and Event Coordinator.
Join us at Cornerstone Fundraiser
Trisha Waldron is a wholesale jewelry company
based in Rapid City. The company strives to
bring new designs for a different world with a
variety of scarf and jewelry designs. They have
a wide selection of styles at an affordable price!
Please join us on – Friday May 1st and-Saturday
May 2nd. A portion of all sales will be donated
to the Cornerstone Rescue Mission.
DATES: May 1st 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
May 2nd 8 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WHERE: 419 Kansas City St.,
Rapid City, SD 57701
WHAT: Sale benefitting
Cornerstone Rescue Mission
Thank you
2015 Cornerstone
Board of Directors
... students from
Stevens High School
for donating four (4)
shopping carts full of
food!!
Bless you for your
generosity
Sam Fischer, President
Fischer Furniture
Dr. Chad Carpenter,
Vice President
Carpenter Dental
April Needs List
Dick McConnell, Secretary
Architect
James Castleberry
Cornerstone Rescue Mission
Executive Director
Greg Barnier
Attorney at Law
Fred Erdman
Doug’s Sinclair
Dr. Mark Harlow
Emily Larimer
Clinical Nurse Educator, VA
Ron McLaughlin
Pastor, Hills View E-Free
Judy Schlauger
BGRRT Chaplain, CASA
Kevin Thom
Pennington County Sheriff
MEN’S MISSION
30 MAIN STREET
Coffee & creamer
Egg noodles
Juice
Milk - fresh or dry
Meat
Butter & eggs
Toothpaste &
deodorant
VETERANS
Shaving cream &
razors
Cold medicine
(Non-alcohol type)
Shoes & boots
Back packs
Underwear and T-shirts
Winter clothing/coats
baby wipes
Tomato/spaghetti
sauce
Towels
Twin size comforters
Shampoo &
Conditioner
Bus Passes
APARTMENTS
1220 EAST BLVD.
Queen size mattress
pads
Queen size beds/
frames
Vacuums
Kitchen chairs/tables
Dressers
DEAR ONES
CHILD CARE
2901 WISCONSIN AVE.
WOMEN &
CHILDREN’S HOME A drying rack or drying
Kleenex & tampons
Diapers size 3
Baby lotion &
line for art projects
Wall mounted
bookshelves
School age toys and
board games
Toddler toys and
enrichment toys
Electric Griddle
Sippy cups/small
plastic glasses
Small bowls
Boy and girl
underpants
Size 5 or 6 diapers
Pull Ups
Toy storage containers
Ziploc bags (all sizes)
Oven & Refrigerator
Thermometers
Crayola markersregular & fine point
Baby Wipes & size six
diapers
Large muscle toys
(jump ropes, hula
hoops,
Parachute, ring toss,
large plastic balls
Cornerstone
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO CORNERSTONE RESCUE MISSION
(The enclosed envelope is for your convenience. We are serving more people every day. Your help is appreciated!)