Belle Church of the Nazarene

The Good Samaritan Projects was an idea birthed in the hopes of helping the elderly and needy of the congregation by doing small projects of home repair.

Jimmy & Bonita Knapp have an mildly autistic son, Matthew, his twin, Mark, and John Michael who are growing up quickly!
The 3 boys shared a small bedroom and were all outgrowing it. 
One commented before the project: "I just need my own space to think!"
Since Jimmy and Bonita Knapp have served the church with many hours as Children's Director, van drivers, and in other ministries... we decided as a board the "thank you gift" of an addition on their home.
Through many hours of volunteer labor and donations we built from the ground up:  2 bedrooms, a full bath, a small laundry area.

The first "Good Samaritan Project" was huge, earning it it's own name: "The Knapp Project".

Now, The Good Samaritan Projects will move on to smaller projects...the next one is to help Margaret Douglas, in her 80's, to repair her steps and construct a handrail down to the mailbox.
This will be a teen project led by NYI President, Scott Morris.   

Other Projects will be developed as the Lord leads.

Digging Deeper in Him,
Pastor Mark Green
 
 



 God's Eye View of the Knapps

                            

Dearest Church Family,

There isn’t a big enough “THANK YOU” that we can offer for the “Knapp Project”. We have been truly blessed and we thank God each and every day for this wonderful addition to our home.

 When Ricky Howard came to our house on that Sunday afternoon in January 2008, and suggested what the church board wanted to do for us, it blew our minds! I know that Jim Cook felt a burden for our need of  "more space" when he and Dave Nelson looked at part of our front porch to see  if it was possible to make it a closet when we were expecting  John Michael.  Those who knew Jimmy realized he had no idea how to start such a project.  But somehow, from these   thoughts came the "offering" from the church board to adopt us as a Good Samaritan Project and add an addition to our home!  Truly, God spoke to  the hearts of a lot of people in our church who saw a need and so willingly and lovingly gave of both finances and precious time and energy. 

Breaking ground in June 2008 was very emotional for us and   finishing in March 2010 was emotional as well. Although it took longer than anyone  expected, it was started and completed in love and we are so appreciative for each volunteer who had ANY part of the process.

 It is awesome for the boys to have their own bedrooms but, for Matthew, it was actually necessary for him to have his own space.  An Autistic child is one who needs their quiet time and space to sort out issues.  We are so blessed that Matthew is high functioning,  but only if you lived under our roof would you     understand the necessity of  his own room! It is an answer to prayer that this has been accomplished!   This addition is something our sons will always remember and speak of often as they become men and will tell others of the Belle Church of the Nazarene, the best of the best!                         

 

THANK YOU to our loving church family for making this happen.  As a result, Jimmy is soon to become  Bob Villa, II.   
He has learned a lot and is still learning.  Thanks to all the  men  who helped give direction and guidance to a young man who otherwise would not have known how to do some things.  

 An open house will be scheduled soon, but a few things need to be completed on our part first. Thanks again and may God bless each one of you!

 Jimmy, Bonita, Matthew, Mark and John Michael Knapp