Pastor Report
Mission
Who We Are – The Ark of Highland Lakes is a faith-driven nonprofit organization that exists to serve individuals and families in crisis throughout the Highland Lakes region. Formerly known as the Highland Lakes Crisis Network, Ark unites churches, volunteers, and community partners to bring hope, healing, and long-term transformation to those in need.
Vision
How We Work – Ark operates through a network of local churches, trained volunteers, and nonprofit partners. We respond to both immediate crises—like natural disasters or emergencies—and long-term needs like transitional housing, food insecurity, foster care support, and spiritual guidance. Every response is built on relational support and a desire to show the love of Christ through action.
Pastor Hub
“Now to Him who is able to do immeasurably more than all we ask or imagine, according to His power that is at work within us…”
Statement of Faith:
John 1: 1-3, 14; Philippians 2:5-11
Jesus is the Way, the Truth and the Life. No one comes to the Father except through Him. Our faith in Him and His saving work on the Cross is the one and only requirement to enter into eternal life.
John 14:6; John 3:16-18
As a representative of Ark, Christ Jesus my Lord, and the local church which is His Body, my actions in the service of my neighbors during times of crisis or disaster will always reflect His love and bring glory to His Name.
Matthew 22: 37-39; John 13:34-35
Maintaining active involvement in a local Christian community is essential to continue to grow in His love and grace.
Hebrews 10:25; 1 Corinthians 12:27
General Updates
Summer Meals:
More than 3,500 meals will be distributed through local churches this summer in partnership with Convoy of Hope.
Disaster Recovery – Flood Cases:
- Total Cases Open- 39
- Total Closed- 520
Agape Dental Clinic – $688,388 in donated dental care so far in 2026.
A.N.D.Y Trailer (serving commissary items and hot meals)- 7,334 people have been served since the fall of 2025
A.N.D.Y monthly schedule listed HERE
Ongoing volunteer and prayer opportunities are listed HERE
Valley View Village
The first 7 cabins, first 7 RV sites, and offices for onsite support are projected to be complete by early fall (September), with the first residents moving in soon after. Over the next 5 years, we project serving 1,000 families through up to 250 living spaces.
Transformational Living
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Southwest Village
We are currently at capacity and have 21 Transformational Living families living at SW Village and one family moving in July 1st. Most are regularly attending local churches.
For discussion: who would be the contact person at your church we could contact when our transformational living clients want to visit or plug into your church?
Upcoming Events
- Pastor Prayer – July 2nd at 9 AM at Victory Church
- Pastor Prayer – August 6th at 9 AM at MF Church of Christ followed by an Ark/Valley View update from Kevin
- Back to School Prayer – Date & Time TBD
