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cannot safely and adequately care for them. Th at experience
has propelled her into advocacy for those kids who really need
someone by their side at a scary and challenging time.

Reflecting on her ten years as a CASA, Gerry says the experi-
ence of being a volunteer advocate has positively impacted her
own life in many ways. “I feel proud that I have been able to
help children and families in our community.” She also greatly
appreciates the workshops and trainings provided by the CASA
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biggest challenge has been witnessing the abuse and neglect

suff ered by children. “It can be difficult reporting things you SUNDAY WORSHIP SERVICE at 10:45 AM
know just aren’t right, but when a child’s safety is in jeopardy,
you find the strength.” We are so grateful Gerry has that Wednesday Pot Luck 1 & 2 Saturdays
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strength and the commitment to keep children safe! Dinner 6:30; and Men's Ministries
Bible Study at 7 PM at 8 AM
Do you want to make a difference in the life of a child, as Gerry

has for eight Caroline County children? Become a CASA of
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Caroline volunteer! Our new online training program is so 3 Saturdays 2 & 4 Saturdays
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user friendly and can be started at any time. If you’re interested at 8 AM • FREE Women's Ministries
in learning more, please visit www.carolinecasa.org for infor- Breakfast Ministry at 1 PM
mation and an application or call 410-479-8301. Every child
deserves a chance and that chance could be you!
All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
The Governor’s Office of Crime Control & Prevention funded this project under

sub-award number CJAC-2019-0004 and VOCA-2018-0063. All points of view
in this document are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the For more information call 443-754-9602 or

official position of any State or Federal Agency. This project is supported by a visit our website or Face book page.

grant from the Maryland Judiciary’s Administrative Office of the Courts number

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