I just realized how long it has been since I have written so here (if anyone reads this) is what has been happening at Bear Witness Ministries home offices.

Paperwork has been filed to become a fully recognized not for profit corporation. We are awaiting the final approvals. Hurricane Katrina did great damage to New Orleans and much of Louisiana. Bear Witness ministries donated over 150 bears and other plush animals to offer comfort to some who have lost everything during this tragedy and another large group is being prepared for an Indian reservation in Arizona A tag promising that they “are not alone” and that “God loves you” was attached to each plush. Each was hugged and prayed over. If you know of someone in need of a huggable plush animal to hold on to during times of difficulty during this holiday season, please send an email to “ bearyann@bearwitness.org “ with details and contact information. Currently Bearnabas Bears are being prepared for a local shelter and a local police car. I am talking with other organizations willing to accept this small symbol of Christ’s sacrificial love, comfort and encouragement.

The first “Bear Witness Tea” was held in October. Here we were able to introduce Bear Witness to others and show many of the work already completed and explain future hope, dreams and “Big Holy Audacious Goals”. If you would be interested in hearing these send an email and contact to “ bearyann@bearwitness.org “ I would love to discuss this with you.