Donor Spotlight – Rebecca Offner
“I’ve been so blessed,” says Rebecca Offner. “The blessings that have rained down on me keep me aware that I’ve had no control over it all.” Rebecca’s thoughts constantly turn to generosity—in fact, it’s the primary reason she decided recently against retirement. “People are in need.”
Rebecca met Executive Director Jeff Johnsen after his presentation at City Church Denver, where she worships. “I was so impressed with how Mile High Ministries bought a motel and created space for empowerment and healing. Since then, I’ve watched how Joshua Station strengthens residents to work on health, legal issues, employment, parenting, counseling and preparing for long-term housing. It’s a warm environment generated by a Christianity that is never forced—but is in the hearts of the caring staff.”
Rebecca feels the success rate of our residents is remarkable, as they graduate into their own housing. “It’s not just a cycle of people moving through, but major life transformation. Not taking care of people for life, but helping them become ready to move on.” Rebecca has been deeply moved to give for several of our programs and building projects, and she loves to share her enthusiasm with others.
In recent years, Rebecca rekindled an artistic spark. Art school was in her distant past, though she didn’t pursue that career. She began tinkering with colorizing and modifying photographs—for instance magnifying the surface of a knife 1,500 times and coloring its textures with pastels. She took a little risk, approached a local coffee shop gallery, and held a benefit show for Joshua Station. She was surprised and delighted that her work sold well, giving her a chance to tell many about her passion for our residents.
“I just hear God whispering,” Rebecca says. “He keeps bringing things to mind…I am urged to give.”
