“The Magnificent Seven”

The Fulton House of Hope takes in approximately seven women three (3) times a year, in January, May and September. In the year 2005, Mary Gordon, Addiction Counselor, shared with the Director, Ms. Judy Ashburn, “that someday seven women would come into treatment and all seven would complete treatment.” At that time the Fulton House program was still stabilizing and would normally graduate an average of 2–4 women each session. Ms. Ashburn, immediately told Mary, “that there was no way that Fulton House could have a perfect completion.” But, Mary, did not waiver in her belief and to this day declares the favor of God in their midst, believing for things that only God can do.

Mary continues to inspire Judy in her faith for each and every woman who walks through the doors of the Fulton House. Along with Kneewyna Henson, Case Manager, and three night and weekend staff, Mandy Carter, Rosia Favors, and Jessie Manuel, the Fulton House staff is challenged on a daily basis to rely on God’s wisdom and strength to sustain structure and love so that the women have a safe environment in which to heal and grow.

Thank you also goes to Chrystal Jones, Director of the School of Tomorrow for Academic Enrichment and Computer Classes; and Ellis Hodges, Job Developer for Worknet Training. Thanks to all of the staff for their dedication and faith!

On April 11-13 the Fulton House attended the NA Convention in Ocean City, Maryland. The Magnificent Seven are pictured here on that outing. They are: Cheryl Puryear, Monica Smith, Diana Brown, Kim Proctor, Ivana Washington, Kimberly Perry, and Joy Wright. All the women are employed and have either moved into transitional housing or their own apartment. Congratulations Magnificent 7! Give God glory for the things He has done!

In closing, here is a quote from one of the seven, “Through the commitment of staff here I now have an opportunity to live sober for the first time in over twenty years. Here I was shown what honesty really means. For me it meant asking God for willingness to accept who I am.”

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