by Mandy Nester | Jul 12, 2024 | News
Meet Jaxson, currently the youngest of our residents. He’s so full of life and energy and keeps us on our toes! Sometimes called “Action Jaxson”, he is bringing childlike enthusiasm back into our lives after not having a young boy on campus for a... 
by Mandy Nester | Jul 8, 2024 | Houseparent Blog
Today is National “Be a Kid Again” day! Since our ministry revolves around kids, we thought it would be fun to ask our kids, staff, and volunteers at Joy Ranch a little about the subject. We asked our kids “What is the best thing about being an... 
by Mandy Nester | Jul 5, 2024 | News
Please help us honor Pat German, a former houseparent at Joy Ranch. Thank you to former resident, Brenda Campau, for passing along her obituary. Patty Lou Norman German, age 80, of Boomer, North Carolina, entered the presence of her Lord and healer on Saturday, March... 
by Mandy Nester | Jun 19, 2024 | News
How can it be that Julia is now 16?! She’s a sweet gal that’s such a good role model for our younger kids here at Joy Ranch. She loves horses, playing softball, and is working on getting her driver’s license this summer. Get to know her better by... 
by Mandy Nester | Jun 7, 2024 | News, Volunteer News
In the words of Michelle, one of our house parents, “They were awesome!” The North Spartan Baptist Association from South Carolina ministered to our Joy Ranch family over the past week in several ways: A Bible study on spiritual disciplines An art project... 
by Mandy Nester | May 9, 2024 | News
It was a bittersweet celebration for Mrs. Suzanne King as Joy Ranch wished her farewell this week. She’s been a wonderful Community Manager for years in our ministry, but it’s time to enjoy her retirement. She and her husband, David, will be moving closer... 
by Mandy Nester | Apr 11, 2024 | News
We called for help and you responded! Even before our April 6 & 7 drive through event, we had a wonderful response from individuals, churches, organizations, and even companies that donated to our supply drive. What a blessing it was to receive so many necessary... 
by Mandy Nester | Mar 26, 2024 | News
In case you missed it, we wanted to share our March newsletter that showcases Kaitlyn & Isaiah. Check it out and see how they are growing at Joy Ranch! View the Newsletter... 
by Mandy Nester | Mar 14, 2024 | News, Upcoming Events
According to Tushy, per year, each American uses on average 85 rolls (150 sheets/roll) of toilet paper. That’s 13,000 sheets or 1,615 rolls per year for 19 people. Needless to say, Joy Ranch uses A LOT of toilet paper each year, even as we strive to be good stewards... 
by Erin Austin | Feb 12, 2024 | Houseparent Blog
I have a Golden Retriever named Lucy. Lucy is pure joy and often makes me laugh. She’s a big, intelligent goofball. I’ve had a number of dogs over the years, and Lucy is definitely the most intelligent one I’ve had. Yet for all her brilliant moments, she is still a...
