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In the bleak mid-winter; frosty wind made moan; Earth stood hard as iron, Water like a stone; Snow had fallen, snow on snow, snow on snow, In the bleak mid-winter, long ago. Our God, heaven cannot hold Him, nor earth sustain, Heaven and earth shall flee away when He comes to reign: In the bleak mid-winter a stable-place sufficed, The Lord God Almighty Jesus Christ. Enough for Him, whom Cherubim worship night and day, A breastful of milk and a mangerful of hay; Enough for Him, whom Angels fall down before. The ox and ass and camel which adore. February 2019 Volume 2, Issue 4 Jeremiah’s Crossing Quarterly Newsletter Inside this issue: Fun stuffcartoon, Q&A’s, and Did you know? From the horse’s mouth– Lil Prince Editor’s comment 2 Encouragement from our supporters Taking on something big Our beloved horses Face book reflections 3 Movin’ along—what a thrill! Fencepost viewpoint, T.T. Toolittle PATH International 4 Laborers in the Field Revisiting old bookTouch of Wonder 5 Mane Event brings in needed support Great quotes about horses Spot 12 drawing differences 6 How JC #Team 250 all came about Process of horse bonding and healing 7 (Back page) Changing lives; new board Contact info; Picture/puzzle answers 8 Although our horses can handle rain and even snow outdoors, it is not safe or pleas- ant for our special riders. An indoor arena will extend our season later in the fall and even in rainy weather. The picture above shows what can become a reality if we can raise enough funds in our #Team 250 effort! Help us make this happen! Angels and Archangels may have gathered there, Cherubim and seraphim thronged the air; But only His Mother in her maiden bliss Worshipped the Beloved with a kiss. What can I give Him, poor as I am? If I were a Shepherd I would bring a lamb; If I were a Wise Man I would do my part, Yet what I can I give Him, give my heart. Lyrics from In the Bleak of Winter by Christina Rosetti, 1872

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Page 1: Jeremiah’s Crossing Quarterly Newsletter€¦ · “Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it.”

In the bleak mid-winter; frosty wind made moan;

Earth stood hard as iron, Water like a stone;

Snow had fallen, snow on snow, snow on snow,

In the bleak mid-winter, long ago.

Our God, heaven cannot hold Him, nor earth sustain,

Heaven and earth shall flee away when He comes to reign:

In the bleak mid-winter a stable-place sufficed,

The Lord God Almighty —Jesus Christ.

Enough for Him, whom Cherubim worship night and day,

A breastful of milk and a mangerful of hay;

Enough for Him, whom Angels fall down before.

The ox and ass and camel which adore.

February 2019 Volume 2, Issue 4

Jeremiah’s Crossing

Quarterly Newsletter

Inside this issue:

Fun stuff– cartoon, Q&A’s, and

Did you know?

From the horse’s mouth– Lil Prince

Editor’s comment

2

Encouragement from our supporters

Taking on something big

Our beloved horses

Face book reflections

3

Movin’ along—what a thrill!

Fencepost viewpoint, T.T. Toolittle

PATH International

4

Laborers in the Field

Revisiting old book–Touch of Wonder

5

Mane Event brings in needed support

Great quotes about horses

Spot 12 drawing differences

6

How JC #Team 250 all came about

Process of horse bonding and healing

7

(Back page) Changing lives; new board

Contact info; Picture/puzzle answers

8

Although our horses can handle rain and

even snow outdoors, it is not safe or pleas-

ant for our special riders. An indoor arena

will extend our season later in the fall and

even in rainy weather. The picture above

shows what can become a reality if we can

raise enough funds in our #Team 250

effort! Help us make this happen!

Angels and Archangels may have gathered there,

Cherubim and seraphim thronged the air;

But only His Mother in her maiden bliss

Worshipped the Beloved with a kiss.

What can I give Him, poor as I am?

If I were a Shepherd I would bring a lamb;

If I were a Wise Man I would do my part,

Yet what I can I give Him, — give my heart.

Lyrics from In the Bleak of Winter by

Christina Rosetti, 1872

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Lil Prince is a miniature Paint,

and he is a lot of therapy horse

in a small body. That makes

him perfect for smaller students

who need a horse friend more

like them in size to begin their

training lessons. He came to

Jeremiah’s Crossing through

the generosity of the late Mr.

Dennis Stork, a true friend of

the ranch.

So Lil Prince, how do you fit in

here at the ranch among all the

larger horses in the herd?

Lil Prince: “The truth is that I

have a very special role here,

and I’m perfectly suited for it

because of my small stature.

That makes it easy for me to

reach out to participants who

need a horse friend in a smaller

body.”

How so? Why is that helpful?

Lil Prince: Look at it this way.

I can acquaint my riders with

all of the activities involved

with our lessons— starting,

stopping, turning, and just

getting friendly with a horse.

They get to know me as a

partner, and, for many, that is

a new experience. In time

they can move up and feel

comfortable with a full-sized

horse. That makes me feel

pretty good.

What are your likes and dis-

likes about the ranch?

Lil Prince: Well, I love the herd.

Despite my small size, they all

treat me with respect, and the

Management team and all the

volunteers are swell.

But it is miserable here when it

rains— muddy, messy, no

lessons, just sad. I know I

speak for the whole herd

when I say thanks for the

effort to build an arena!

An arena would change

everything—whoop & holler

time! Grateful parents and

happy smiling kids!

From the horses mouth— an interview with Lil Prince

Editor’s comment

Dreary as it is while we all hunker down during the cold months of winter, we endure the shivers

and formidable piles of snow mindful that a bright new day will soon arrive. We know that every

spring brings us a new fresh start— green grasses arrive, leaves appear, and warm breezes

gladden our hearts. It is always seen as a new beginning. We make lists of what we plan to

tackle, what improvements we will make, what new directions we will seek. Some call it a re-

newal, others see it as a chance for some changes, and then there are those who want to follow a

more distant star for a truly marvelous, even wondrous, life-changing new beginning!

All of us Jeremiah’s Crossing are choosing that more distant star— we’re setting our sights on a

real indoor arena. We have the actual repurposed arena set aside and being held for us at a bar-

gain price. Many teams are working diligently to enable us to raise the funds needed to turn this

dream into a reality. The opportunity has come our way, and we are inspired to gather our col-

lective energies in a massive team effort to bring the vision into reality. Simply put— we will

work as hard as is necessary to make this happen.

In this issue we present a progress report of the many efforts that are underway. Our effort

brings to mind the amazing story of Louis Zamperini, the Olympic runner who refused to quit in

all circumstances— whether running, being tortured, or battling sharks deep in the ocean. His

story was graphically revealed in the book Unbroken, the path to redemption and later portrayed in

a movie by the same name. Louis would not quit until he overcame all odds to reach his goal.

We also will see this effort through to our goal, whatever it takes, a many-team effort, plodding

on resolutely, undaunted, aspiring, energized, on our way rejoicing…. This is our big chance to

get this arena at a generously reduced cost, one that we can afford if we all participate . THIS IS

A REACHABLE GOAL! What a joy it will be to see the arena erected at Jeremiah’s Crossing!

Imagine— lessons never cancelled. 250 teams, each reaching $1,000— that will do it!!!!! This

blessing will happen if we all plug in and do our part.

Phil George, Editor

Page 2 Jeremiah’s Crossing

Quarterly Newsletter

Did you know?

Horses have the largest

eyes of any land mammal.

naM enaM ehT!

(Note: read backwards!)

We’re all ready for spring. It

can’t come too soon. Where are

all our riding buddies?

Jeremiah’s Crossing leadership

team inspects an arena facility

observation room– hope abounds!

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I’d just like to put in a personal plug for our our newest ven-

ture— Team 250. Team 250 is all about raising funds to help us

purchase a gently used covered arena that will be part of our new

complex at CONSIDERABLE savings! This will allow us to

continue to hold lessons when the weather would force us to

cancel.

The goal of each team is to raise $1,000 by March 1st. Think

outside the box and break it down, that's only a little over $8 per

day. The cost of a fast food meal for the most part! My husband

Dewey and I are board members for the ranch. My family has

formed a team "Kimba's Clique" and my goal is to raise $1,000

for the ranch.

We’ll need the support of many others to do the same. You can

be anywhere in the country to help us! Bake sales, car washes,

donation from a home sales party, whatever! Form a team of

your friends and work colleagues. Can your business, bowling

team, dart league or group of friends give it a go? Help us give

back to adults and children with physical, cognitive, emotional,

or academic challenges AT NO CHARGE.

(Adapted from Kimberly Meyer’s Facebook posting on Novem-

ber 2, 2018)

“Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it.” ― Ralph Waldo Emerson

“Be of good cheer. Do not think of today's fail-ures, but of the success that may come tomor-row. You have set yourselves a difficult task, but you will succeed if you persevere; and you will find a joy in overcoming obstacles. Remember, no effort that we make to attain something beautiful is ever lost.” ― Helen Keller

We must be ambitious and persevere!

Hot Tottie– sponsored by

Chris &Don Scribner

Lil Guy– sponsored by

Mike & Jaci Lange

Boomer— sponsored by

Paul & Sandy Jeltema

Journey— sponsored by

Lorraine Schmutzer

Chief— sponsored by

Dick & JoAnn Suess

Katie— sponsored by

DeAnn McDermott &

Josilyn

Jack— sponsored by

Linda & Curtis

McDermott

Aladdin— seeking a

sponsor

Jedd— sponsored by

Susan Leading

Robert Goodland— May 19, 2018: I love coming to help you and your staff. What you all do for your clients is truly amazing!!

I'm honored to be a part of your journey!!

Ashley Kuter — June 26, 2018: You guys provide such a wonderful service to the area (and you're truly great people I enjoy

talking with weekly!). You do so much for these families and your horses. Being a lifelong horse owner, I

can tell you they have a power to heal the broken like none other. Having your indoor facility would not only

be wonderful for your students and families, but for your amazing horses. Imagine how much smoother vet

visits, dentals, farrier visits and taking care of injured animals will become!

Mickey Smith— August 3, 2018: God is good!!! Can you see the love especially when the young riders

thank their horse?

For news, pictures, and current ranch updates, check out Jeremiah’s Crossing on their Facebook site.

Leave a comment there, and you might see it here.

Encouragement from our supporters

Facebook reflections

Page 3 Volume 2, Issue 4

These are our beloved horses who will enjoy giving lessons in the new arena. . .

Taking on something big (like an arena)

Allee– sponsored by

Sandy and Mike

Schreier

Monty– sponsored by

Martha Airth Kindree

Rocky— sponsored by

Caity Spinler

Lil Prince— seeking a

sponsor

Alan— seeking a

sponsor

Jazzy— seeking a

sponsor

Sugar— seeking a

sponsor

Lace— seeking a

sponsor

Sundance— seeking a

sponsor

Jeremiah’s Crossing is deeply appreciative of the efforts by these

families and organizations to support the care of our horses. With-

out their support, our lessons for students would be severely cur-

tailed. They all share our love for the horses as well as our concern

that the whole herd be kept in the best of health. Healthy horses

enable wonderful lessons for our students. When we are able to

provide an arena, the horses will enjoy sheltered conditioning and

continuous riding experiences in inclement weather.

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Fencepost viewpoint by T. T. Toolittle

dather, pitter, patter, slither,

slather! I don't know how to

describe it.

They call it #Team250. The

# stands for hashtag. I had

to look it up on the Internet.

It refers to a "metatag" on

social media platforms that

somehow means "wow, take

look at this". I guess it's a

modern-day attention-getter

that alerts the reader to the

fact that this is a really cool

thing, as if to say, "this really

matters". I overheard some

of the horses talking about it.

They say all the commotion

is for a very good cause. Our

two-legged friends are pulling

out all the stops to get the

community to help us build

an arena.

So I say, “Wow, take look at

this" (#) we need a lot of

Teams (250 in fact) to raise

$1,000 each. That is what it

will take to raise the $250,000

to erect this fabulous repur-

posed arena so that our

horses (and me) can come in out

of the rain. OK, I get it! By the

way, I'm actually 4-legged like

the horses, but I often stand up

on my hind legs like my "two-

legged" friends when I want to

see better! But that's another

matter.

Did I mention "such goings on"?

That applies to all the commo-

tion among the many teams that

have been formed. We've got pie

-makers, cookie deliverers, door-

knockers, friend-persuaders, and

big-time donors that are showing

up to see that pile of arena parts

be put together at the

Jeremiah’s Crossing property

into a true weatherproof riding

arena.

I promise that I'll

enjoy it also—surely

there is enough room

for a chipmunk in the

corner. No more

muddy feet or soggy

fur. Kids here on rainy

days— who'da thought? I'm

gonna love it!

It's my self-appointed job to

keep an eye around here for

weird things. I usually com-

ment in a disapproving tone.

"Such goings on!" I see

Roger out there acting as if

he had three arms or six foot

long legs or a head like an

armadillo. He morphs into

whatever is necessary to get

things done! And then there

is busy-busy Kathleen al-

ways discovering opportuni-

ties that stir everyone's

imagination. They both

make amazing things happen

around here.

Lately, this new effort to

actually get the arena built

has stirred up momentum in

all kinds of new directions.

My head aches turning and

twitching to see what's up

over here, over there, left,

right, up , down— to say

"such goings on” is an under-

statement. It's getting wild

here and in the community.

Hustle, bustle, dither,

Page 4 Jeremiah’s Crossing

Quarterly Newsletter

PATH international

Jeremiah’s Crossing is a member of Professional Association of Therapeutic Horseman-

ship International (PATH Intl.), a federally-registered 501 (c3) nonprofit that was

formed in 1969 as the North American Riding for the Handicapped Association to promote

equine-assisted activities and therapies for individuals with special needs. PATH Inter-

national is the credentialing organization for accrediting centers and certifying instructors

and equine specialists.

Movin’ along— what a thrill

Jeremiah's Crossing offers an incredible experience for their special student riders, all of whom

have some sort of developmental, physical, visual, cognitive or emotional challenges. Trained

horse handlers and side walkers work with these enthusiastic children to help them mount, main-

tain control and balance, and to understand how to handle themselves in the saddle. All of the

ranch's lovely horses have been carefully and painstakingly trained to help the rider learn to fol-

low directions from instructors and volunteers through commands and muscle movements. The

horse's legs do the walking, and the students enjoy the thrill of motion at their command. The

benefits of this activity for the student riders often include more interaction with peers and fam-

ily. There is typically a strengthening of the upper torso and improved posture, balance, and co-

ordination. Students learn how to center their attention and do what they are told.

But the best benefit of all is the sheer enjoyment of riding on a loving horse.

Timothy Tips

From my perspective on the post,

I know that you must:

Stand tall to see far

Believe or you won’t do

Let hope be your guide

Accept challenges

Enjoy the adventure

Horses become our partners in healing by allowing us to experience the serenity of the present moment and

providing for us mirrors of our own emotions, ways of

communication, and chal-lenges in relationships.

We make a good team, don’t we?

Thanks for being my special buddy!

JC Facebook comments:

Cutest little cowboy ever!

Looks like a happy dude!

Quote worth retelling:

Endeavor to live so that when you die, even the undertaker will be sorry. Mark Twain

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Page 5 Volume 2, Issue 4

What a picture! This picture was submitted by Jessica Tritz

on Facebook in the first week of November when we started

our fundraising campaign. It displays the family effort to

make and sell enough pies to raise their team’s goal of $1,000.

There was only one unhappy face— “What about me?” We

think that was just after she found out all the pies were going

to be sold to raise funds! Thank you Tritz family for setting

the example for all of us as to how to plunge into this effort for

this great cause. They sold 101 pies, raising $1715 ! This great

result encouraged a friend to join a team raising $1,500!

In the weeks and months to follow there would be many more examples of caring folks devising

ways to raise their team’s portion of the arena cost. All these efforts are greatly appreciated.

Team or no team, anyone can help us raise the necessary funds needed to build this arena by sim-

ply making a direct contribution to Jeremiah’s Crossing visiting their website home page at:

http://jeremiahscrossing.org. This page displays a request for the viewer to donate directly to

#Team250. A direct click there will enable you to make an immediate payment using PayPal or

directly through a credit or debit account (format on the site shows at right). Contributions re-

ceived by this direct method help us to see the success of this campaign as it gathers momentum.

Early giving is most appreciated as it encourages others to do the same when the goal comes closer

into sight. Direct contributions act as escalators to the campaign by showing wide support for this

worthy cause. As the goal appears more reachable, excitement builds, and the reality of success

brings joy to all who are praying for this arena to be constructed as soon as possible.

Laborers in the field— making things happen. You can help as well….

Revisiting an old book to fall in love with life

Wintertime is sometimes best tolerated by seeking out an old

“great read” from your bookshelf, something you just couldn’t

pass on or toss out because it was so pleasant to read. Such a

book resurfaced at our house a while ago, and it seems appro-

priate to share some of its wisdom with our Jeremiah’s Cross-

ing followers. Maybe you are familiar with Arthur Gordon’s A

Touch of Wonder, first published in 1974.

My wife and I both loved the author’s gentle persuasion to

recognize the pure joy we can have if we just open our eyes to

the excitement of living everyday life. I read it again and

came away smiling and glad it was still on my shelf.

The book opens with the author’s “Prayer of a Writer”, and it

successfully guided his pen as he authored this lovely work.

Lord of all things, whose wondrous gifts to man

Include the shining symbols known as words,

Grant that I may use their mighty power

Only for good. Help me to pass on

Small fragments of Your wisdom, truth, and love,

Teach me to touch the unseen, lonely heart

With laughter, or the quick release of tears,

Let me portray the courage that endures

Defiant in the face of pain or death;

The kindness and the gentleness of those

Who fight against the anger of the world;

The beauty hidden in the smallest things;

The mystery, the wonder of it all . . . .

Open my ears, my eyes, unlock my heart,

Speak through me, Lord, if it be your will. Amen

This lovely prayer seems perfectly aligned with our needs today

as it was back in the 1970’s. All of us blossom when we believe

in overcoming, seek the goodness that surrounds us, allow

laughter to surface, recognize beauty in all its splendid forms,

and soak in the love that encompasses us.

We seek to focus our hearts and minds on all the hidden beau-

ties around us, wherever it resides. The writer sought God’s

help, and he was granted wider vision to uncover glorious tales

of gifts all around— of caring, shared wisdom, self-discovery,

faith, bright encounters, awareness, adaptability, and life itself.

Each chapter tells a tale of love in a different way, and the

reader cannot help being moved and anxious to move on to the

next tale.

If you can find the book, expect some tears of joy as you read.

It is touching. But the lesson of the book is clearly revealed in

the prayer he offered that was pre-

sented here. Seek and ye shall find

is one of the clearest admonitions of

scripture. Be intentional about

discovering goodness, and you will

gain a perspective that will help

balance all adversities. Accept that

thought as an invitation to fall in

love with life. That is the author’s

personal invitation to you. And if

you can find the book, enjoy!

It is still available on Ebay and

Amazon at a pretty reasonable

price.

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The December Mane Event helps keep our ranch going

Page 6 Jeremiah’s Crossing Quarterly Newsletter

Differences revealed at bottom of page 8

Can you spot the 12 differences? (Suggestion-- draw in what’s missing or changed with a colored pen)

What is the most important part of a horse?

The mane part!

Great quotes about horses

For centuries mankind has regarded horses with tremendous respect and reverence . To be in the

company of a horse is a privilege and a delight because they have a time-honored outlook on

what makes for success in relationships. They are wise, perceptive, careful, even thoughtful as

they ascertain their surroundings and choose their actions. To learn from a horse is to learn from

an expert. To partner with a horse is simply enjoyable and often life-changing.

Thoughtful horse-lovers have offered these reflections:

"When I bestride him, I soar, I am a hawk: he trots the air; the earth sings when he touches it; the bas-

est horn of his hoof is more musical than the pipe of Hermes." - William Shakespeare

"A great horse will change your life. The truly special ones define it..." - Author Unknown

"It is the horse's gift to connect us with Heaven and our own footsteps." - Ronni Sweet

"A man on a horse is spiritually as well as physically bigger than a man on foot." - John Steinbeck

"Until one has loved an animal, a part of one's soul remains unawakened." - Anatole France

“No hour of life is ever wasted that is spent in the saddle.” - Winston Churchill

“ The horse is God’s gift to mankind.” - Arabian proverb

“If your horse says no, you either asked the wrong question, or asked the question wrong.” - Pat Parelli

“Feeling down? Saddle up.” —Author unknown

The Mane Event brings in

much needed support for

Jeremiah’s Crossing

We keep Jeremiah’s Crossing going with many different efforts to

secure sufficient funds to pay our bills. Since we don’t charge any-

thing for our services, ongoing public support is essential. Our an-

nual Mane Event is a lot of fun— a chance to dress up a little, have

some fun with friends and fellow ranch supporters, and work together

to help restock reduced maintenance coffers (to keep our horses well

and fed). This year’s event was instrumental to accomplish this goal.

We know how difficult it is for everyone to divert funds to the ranch

in the dead of winter, and we are extraordinarily grateful for all who

came to the Mane Event last month. Your support is both essential

and heartwarming. We are very thankful (and so are our horses)! I know I saw that pesky little chipmunk run under here. Just grab him by the tail and dunk him in the water trough!

I know what you’re thinking, but you’re dead wrong!

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The remarkable bonding that occurs between

Jeremiah’s Crossing horses and their student

riders is individually and carefully developed.

Ample time is devoted to helping both the horse

and the student to warm up to each other. It is

almost a wonder to behold how wise the horse is

to assess the student’s particular needs.

Horses are sensitive to moods and have moods of

their own. In effect, they communicate non-

verbally and in their own honest way. Horses

have the ability to mirror the moods of people.

A student may feel that the horse is stubborn

(for example, it may not want to move forward

in a particular moment). In reality, this is most

likely because the student is acting in a stubborn

and resistant way, and the horse is simply be-

having in a similar fashion.

Simply put, the horse is always honest, reflecting

that honesty through their movements or still-

ness. This makes them valuable assets in helping

students develop necessary non-verbal communi-

cation skills. The student learns, by example of

the horse, to get outside of their perceived self to

respond to the horse . The result is that the

horse will then respond to the student in a simi-

lar fashion showing willingness to do as asked.

The bonding that develops between horse and

patient involves qualities that promote the

development of a cooperative and relational

spirit for the student:

- Affection

- Assertiveness

- Communication skills

- Confidence

- Empathy

- Mutual trust

- Respect

- Responsibility

- Self-control

- Unconditional acceptance

These are all components of interactional stu-

dent healing we see at Jeremiah’s Crossing all

the time.

But it is even more than that. Our students

develop rewarding friendships with their

horses. They know them by name, and they

can pick them out from the herd. When

away, they long to see them again.

How Jeremiah’s Crossing #Team250 all came about

The Process of Bonding and Healing with Horses

needed seemed so out of reach.

That has all changed with this

new special opportunity to

build a more affordable facility

thanks to the generosity of a

sympathetic supplier that has

offered us a modified, used

building that can be repurposed

to fit our specific needs. A new

100’ X 180’ cloth covered build-

ing would normally cost over

$600,000 to erect, but this gen-

tly used building is being held

for us for a special price of only

$250,000. However the offer

will only last until mid-2019 at

the latest.

The picture at the right shows

the deconstructed framing as it

is piled for transportation to a

buyer. The seller will help us

get the building up quickly so

that it will be ready for lessons

next year if only we can raise

the funds needed to purchase it.

That’s what #Team250 is all

about. For the past few

months we have launched this

effort to create 250 teams of

family, friends, churches, com-

munity organizations, busi-

nesses, colleagues, and other

organizations. If we can create

250 teams, and each team

brings in $1,000, we will meet

our goal.

This newsletter is being sent

out in the last stage of our

timeline. Time is running out,

and we urgently need more help

to reach our goal.

Please help us if you can. The

article on the top of page 5 ex-

plains how you can make a di-

rect contribution that may be

The dream of building a true

riding arena with horse stalls

and office complex for

Jeremiah’s Crossing has been

envisioned for many years. An

architectural plan was fully de-

signed back in 2011 by Joseph

W. Burger of Stratford, WI. At

that time it was determined

that we would have to raise well

over $1million to complete such

a project. If it could be done,

they knew the ranch would be

able to extend their ministry

from only 5 months to 9

months. This would vastly in-

crease riding days so that in-

clement weather would no

longer result in cancelled les-

sons.

An on-going appeal to raise the

necessary funds has been ham-

pered because the amount

Page 7 Volume 2, Issue 4

My new friend

Therapeutic riding is an

equine-assisted activity

for the purpose of con-

tributing positively to

the cognitive, physical,

emotional and social

well-being of individu-

als with special needs.

This is the pile of frames

that will support the arena

This is what it will look

like after construction.

This is what you get a lot

more of with a new arena!

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Phone: 715-884-2551

E-mail: [email protected]

Jeremiah’s Crossing PO Box 126 Babcock, WI 54413

Jeremiah’s Crossing is a nonprofit mission ministry. This ministry serves as a therapeutic

horseback-riding ranch and is located in Babcock, Wisconsin. The ranch is dedicated to

helping horses help children and adults with diagnosed physical, cognitive, emotional,

and academic special needs at no cost to the students or their families.

Jeremiah’s Crossing is God’s ranch. He has provided for many people to be involved,

using their gifts and talents to help others. We want to share our experiences with all

who have interest— both those wishing to join our team as well as those wishing to be

our prayerful friends.

Now in our second decade of service, we serve a large territory that draws people with

special needs from throughout the area— Marathon, Wood, Portage, Waupaca, Juneau,

and Adams counties.

For more information, check out our website at http://jeremiahscrossing.org

or view our Facebook page.

Changing lives

Primary Business Address

2440 County Hwy X

Babcock, WI

Be our friend, inspired by our efforts. Keep us in your prayers, and enjoy our successes, beside us if you can, supportive if you’re able.

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Riding on the trail is always a joy

Jeremiah’s Crossing Board of Directors

Kimberly Meyer, President

Martha Airth-Kindree, Vice President

Sandy Schreier, Treasurer

Elizabeth Hipke, Secretary

Richard Hildebrandt; Joanne Lacoursiere; Dewey Meyer

Roger & Kathleen Harris, Executive Directors

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April 6 ~ Student & Volunteer Registration Crossroads Church, Pittsville Come and check us out! See if we’re a fit for you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ April 27 & 28 ~ The Mane Quilt Show The Ridges Golf Course, Wisconsin Rapids A fundraiser quilt show ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ May 29, 30 & June 6, 7, 8 Volunteer Training For Lesson Volunteers Jeremiah’s Crossing, Babcock, WI Choose the date that’s best for you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 2019 Lesson Schedule June 10 - August 16 ~ Summer Session September 16- November 2 ~ Fall Session ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Find more information see our website:

Save the Dates! 2019

August 17 ~ Family Fun Fest Weekend Car Show

Dexter Park (Hwy 80 & 54) Vendors/Crafters, Fun for Kids,

Entertainment, Raffle, Silent Auction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

August 18 ~ Family Fun Fest Weekend Open House & Student Ride-a-Thon

Jeremiah’s Crossing - Hwy X, Babcock Come see what we’re all about!

Fun for Kids, Entertainment, Raffle, Silent Auction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

December 7 ~ The Mane Event Christmas Barn Dance/Buffet Dinner/Live Music

Raffle/Live Auction Kick off the Holiday season in style!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ www.jeremiahscrossing.org

April 6 ~ Student & Volunteer Registration Crossroads Church, Pittsville Come and check us out! See if we’re a fit for you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ April 27 & 28 ~ The Mane Quilt Show The Ridges Golf Course, Wisconsin Rapids A fundraiser quilt show ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ May 29, 30 & June 6, 7, 8 Volunteer Training For Lesson Volunteers Jeremiah’s Crossing, Babcock, WI Choose the date that’s best for you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 2019 Lesson Schedule June 10 - August 16 ~ Summer Session September 16- November 2 ~ Fall Session ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Find more information see our website:

Save the Dates! 2019

August 17 ~ Family Fun Fest Weekend Car Show

Dexter Park (Hwy 80 & 54) Vendors/Crafters, Fun for Kids,

Entertainment, Raffle, Silent Auction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

August 18 ~ Family Fun Fest Weekend Open House & Student Ride-a-Thon

Jeremiah’s Crossing - Hwy X, Babcock Come see what we’re all about!

Fun for Kids, Entertainment, Raffle, Silent Auction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

December 7 ~ The Mane Event Christmas Barn Dance/Buffet Dinner/Live Music

Raffle/Live Auction Kick off the Holiday season in style!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ www.jeremiahscrossing.org

April 6 ~ Student & Volunteer Registration Crossroads Church, Pittsville Come and check us out! See if we’re a fit for you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ April 27 & 28 ~ The Mane Quilt Show The Ridges Golf Course, Wisconsin Rapids A fundraiser quilt show ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ May 29, 30 & June 6, 7, 8 Volunteer Training For Lesson Volunteers Jeremiah’s Crossing, Babcock, WI Choose the date that’s best for you! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ 2019 Lesson Schedule June 10 - August 16 ~ Summer Session September 16- November 2 ~ Fall Session ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Find more information see our website:

Save the Dates! 2019

August 17 ~ Family Fun Fest Weekend Car Show

Dexter Park (Hwy 80 & 54) Vendors/Crafters, Fun for Kids,

Entertainment, Raffle, Silent Auction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

August 18 ~ Family Fun Fest Weekend Open House & Student Ride-a-Thon

Jeremiah’s Crossing - Hwy X, Babcock Come see what we’re all about!

Fun for Kids, Entertainment, Raffle, Silent Auction ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

December 7 ~ The Mane Event Christmas Barn Dance/Buffet Dinner/Live Music

Raffle/Live Auction Kick off the Holiday season in style!

~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ www.jeremiahscrossing.org