The Sheepfold

Thank you Miss Amanda for all your help and support. I know my mom and I don’t live at the shelter anymore but you have always been willing to help us with rides and things since we left. Your continued help and support means a lot to me and my mom. We don’t have any family in California so having you and the Sheepfold feels like we do have family. Thanks for always being their for us! – Caleb, Sheepfold Little Lamb

Leaving my husband of 15 years and the father of our son. It was a long time coming and I knew it was not going to be easy. I knew I had to start thinking clearly about my husband and about my situation. No more lying to myself and no more excuses about who he really was. It’s hard to wrap my mind around the fact that my husband has chosen darkness over light. The man I fell in love with doesn’t exist anymore, and that pains me so much.

Although I was never physically beaten or abused by my husband, all of my scares are on my heart and mind. I was emotionally dead. I couldn’t even show emotion to my son. He did not know happiness, excitement or even sadness. I know my face was expressionless most of the time. I knew the Lord during this time, but I never walked fully in the power and strength of the Lord. The enemy had me blinded by my own sorrow and pain.

The time had come. It was time for me to leave my husband and start a new life for me and my son. I didn’t want the enemy to have power in my life anymore. I was given the number to the Sheepfold and gave them a call. That phone call changed our lives forever. I have rededicated my life to Jesus since coming to the Sheepfold, and am now walking in the power of the Lord. My son laughs so much now, it truly makes me cry. I’m grateful for the Sheepfold and all they have given us, not only meeting our physical needs, but our emotional and spiritual needs as well.

Thank you Sheepfold for all you have done for us! Blessings , Shauna, Sheepfold mom

Each family that enters the Sheepfold is provided with the individual attention needed to complete the six month program. Our program is designed to go beyond the physical needs of each individual and holistically bring healing. By easing the pain of homeless and abused women and their children, and restoring their sense of value and self-worth, we are able to lead them to a path of healing. The Sheepfold is a safe place for mothers with children seeking new beginnings.

When we left my husband, all I was thinking about was getting somewhere safe and providing for my kids. It wasn’t until we entered the Sheepfold that I realized how broken we really were. The Sheepfold gave me the space and time I needed to process my life and what had brought us to the shelter. I had grown up in a religious home, but never really embraced any type of faith for myself. Since being at the Sheepfold and going through Fran’s Bible studies I have given my life to Jesus. It has brought me so much joy to see and hear my children talk about the Lord. They love going to church, and they love to pray. I can see that they are truly growing in the knowledge and faith in Him. Thank you Sheepfold for helping bring me and my children to faith in Jesus. It has been the greatest gift we have received. – Anne, Sheepfold mom

I am so grateful for the help that the Sheepfold has given me and my mom. When we left my dad we had no where to go and no money, the Sheepfold took us in and gave us a place to stay. They gave us food and my gave me school supplies. I’m proud of my mom for leaving my abusive dad, and thank the Lord for the Sheepfold. I have come to know the Lord here and look forward to the Bible studies. I’m not sure what is next for my mom and me, but I know the Lord will show us what to do and that He will keep us safe. Thank you Sheepfold for everything. – Layla, Sheepfold Little Lamb

The Sheepfold first opened our doors to homeless, abused and forsaken women with children in October 1979. Since that time thousands of women and their children have found shelter, safe refuge and a new beginning in life as a result of the Sheepfold ministry. The daily teaching of the Bible and practical application of the love and mercies of God are the primary focus of this ministry. During their stay with us, coupled with the non-denominational Bible teachings, families receive everything they need free of charge. A key outcome of their stay with us is that they can live on their own independently and not be tempted to return to their abuser and destructive lifestyle.

The Sheepfold believes that God has a plan for each of our lives and even when we think our life is over, it's often just the beginning of a new one. The mission of the Sheepfold is to come along side mothers and children looking for a new start in life. They are seeking a life free from the fear and hurt of domestic violence. We recognize that only God can heal their wounded soul, change their pain and suffering into strength, and provide them the determination to overcome. We are extremely grateful for the opportunity the Lord has given us to see lives forever changed by His power and might.

Celebrating another special day for another special Little Lamb. May his faith and strength grow as every year passes. We know the Lord is shaping him into a roaring lion for his faith, family and community. Happy Birthday Little Lamb!

Women affected by domestic violence are usually financially dependent on their boyfriend/husband. She often has few friends whom she can confide in about her situation. She lives in a state of fear for her and her children. Women in abusive relationships often want to leave the relationship but don’t have the resources to leave or know where to find some resources to help them escape their situations. An abused woman knows that leaving her significant other will mean tremendous economic, emotional, occupational and personal hardships. The Sheepfold ministry is here to help relieve the hardships that women face when fleeing domestic violence. The Sheepfold provides safety, food, clothing, and emotional support for families leaving domestic violence. If you or a woman you know is in an abusive relationship and in need of help, the Sheepfold may be able to help. Our intake team would love to hear from you and answer any questions you may have about the program. You can give them a call at 714.237.1444 Monday-Friday from 9am-4pm.

The Sheepfold ministry believes the Bible is the inspired Word of God and that the Holy Spirit controlled the men who wrote it. We believe the Holy Spirit will activate the Word of God in the heart of a believer, and will cause it to bring restoration and regeneration to the life of the believer. Sheepfold Founder, Fran Lundquist, assembled a series of Bible studies to help our residents explore what God says about domestic abuse. Our House Managers use Fran’s Bible Studies to lead the mothers we serve in the daily studying of the Bible. We pray our residents are able to glean from Fran’s Bible studies and able to break free of the bo***ge of domestic violence.