“Preach The Gospel At All Times And If Necessary, use words.” St. Francis of Assisi
Ibby Carlile Foundation
Inspired by the Carlile legacy of heartfelt hospitality and Christ’s relational love, Ibby Carlile Foundation strives to provide a source of compassionate, relationship-driven care for vulnerable adults, and a sanctuary of rest, renewal, and restoration for frontline ministry workers, trusting God to multiply our efforts to meet diverse needs.
Ibby Carlile Foundation
Household Helps Ministry
As owners of a service-oriented business, we frequently encountered individuals with diverse needs, sparking a vision to create a sustainable ministry to support not only those we met but also many others in our community. Through prayer, patience, and seeking God’s guidance, we drew inspiration from the early Christian church and Christ’s relational nature, developing this ministry to serve others through relationship-based care, demonstrating Jesus’ love through actions that address both physical and emotional needs, recognizing that sharing the Gospel often transcends words.
Our vision is to build a reservoir of resources to meet immediate community needs while fostering lasting relationships that nurture emotional, social, and spiritual well-being. Providing physical assistance—whether through home repairs or other aid—is a gateway to our true goal: forming genuine connections grounded in the love of Christ.
As we reflected deeply on this vision for our non-profit, a multitude of possibilities emerged, highlighting various ways to utilize the talents and callings we've been given. Although initially inspired by the needs of seniors, we believe our service should not be confined by age or specific needs. This realization transformed our view from that of a standard non-profit to that of a ministry.
We aim to assist vulnerable adults (e.g., seniors, widows, single mothers) with household repairs or maintenance, using service as a pathway to relationships,
As our outreach grows, so does our need for diverse resources. We envision recruiting volunteer handymen, partnering with hardware stores for donated or discounted supplies, hosting social events aligned with clients’ interests, and organizing educational workshops where experienced individuals mentor younger generations. These efforts are just the beginning of what God has planned, using the gifts He has entrusted to us.
As part of Christ’s body, we are called to care for these precious individuals through a ministry driven by relationships. By coordinating and addressing needs that arise within these connections, we aim to reflect Christ’s love and fulfill His purpose for our work.
Carlile Haven
A place of rest, renewal and restoration
After my mother’s passing, for whom our ministry is named, we moved into her home, a cherished place of family gatherings. While caring for the home, we realized it was larger than our needs and felt called to use it to honor and glorify the Lord.
The legacy of serving others and fostering fellowship runs deep in my mother’s lineage. Since the days of settling in the area as pioneers and establishing their homestead, the Carlile home became renowned as a welcoming haven for travelers, known through reputation and word-of-mouth referrals. I’ve heard tales of Grandmother Carlile opening her doors to strangers, treating them like family, simply because a mutual friend recommended they visit.
When a grieving friend found solace in our home, and a foster family laughed together away from their daily grind, we saw God’s call to create a place of rest for those who serve. In response, we are dedicated to transforming our home into a haven for this very purpose, eager to witness all that God will accomplish through it.
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