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Susan H. Lawrence

Susan Lawrence blogs daily at PurePurpose.org. She's passionate about pouring into people, encouraging and equipping them. She’s in her sweet spot when she’s inspiring women to seek God’s purpose for their lives, growing in purposeful and healthy ways. She has written many Bible studies, devotionals, and other resources.

One of Susan’s favorite verses is Hebrews 10:24: And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds. She loves that God gives her opportunities to live out his will in her life every day!

The Dream of Hope

What began as a discussion among 3 grieving couples about how great it would be to have a cabin they could share as a place to “get away” has quickly […]

We Have Land!

Special thanks to all the private donors, churches, community organizations, and businesses who have sponsored Hope House of Central Illinois and made it possible for us to purchase the land […]

October 2017 Hope House Update

written by Michael St. Louis, Hope House of Central Illinois Board President I remember walking in the winter woods as a youth. The bright shining sun reflecting off of the […]

Our Miracle

by Teresa St. Louis We tried for 20 years to have our children. Finally, at the age of 40, we had the opportunity to do IVF. With much encouragement from […]

Dream Boldly

Randy Thompson wrote and shared this at the Hope House kick-off dinner in April 2017. Years ago, in the days of your youth, did you have bold dreams? I did. […]