June 22nd, 2008
[Article from the News-press: “Thrift shop reveals mission of One Way Out in Fort Myers”]
The little thrift shop Second Chance Upscale Resale has existed for years opposite Broadway Palm Dinner Theater in Fort Myers, but Saturday the owners threw open its doors to tell the community their story.
The organization behind the store is One Way Out, a ministry of First Assembly of God in Fort Myers. The woman who dreamed it all is Jeanie Turner, who 10 years ago started helping women who were hurting.
One Way Out remains under the church’s umbrella but just got its tax-exempt status. Saturday’s festivities were meant to mark a new period in the organization’s history and raise public awareness about the shop and the cause it represents.
Turner said she had turned to God during her recovery from alcoholism and wanted a way to help women. Her efforts started with exotic dancers. She’d slip into clubs and leave women little gifts, her card and a promise she’d be there for them if they ever needed help or decided they wanted out.
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June 22nd, 2008 at 9:04 am
Thanks to everyone who made the Second Chance Grand Re-Opening a huge success. Jeanie and staff… you did a great job. :o)
June 27th, 2008 at 5:49 pm
Thank you to everyone who gave, served, prayed and came to the Grand Re-opening of Second Chance, Paint Day, and Our Missionary Speaking engagement at First Assembly of God!
Special Thanks to:
Rodmyre Inc. Marketing ~ for all the graphics
WRXY TV Paul Ladoto and crew ~ for Ministry Moments, Music and MORE!
Carroll Properties Inc. ~ Hanging Signs
Mike Carroll Handyman ~ hanging Signs
Pamela Winslow ~ Setting up Entertainment
New Beginnings ~DJ: Robert McDonald
FAM Hospitality Group ~ Mary Snyder and crew
Pastor Betzer and Darlene ~ Shepherding
Pastor Connie Weisel ~ Everything
Kaio Band ~ Great job guys
Lord of Dance (Audrey Seymore)
Christians in Action SS Class ~Painting and all your help on work day
Men of Honor ~ Singing Judah & Victor
Sugar Spring Designs ~ Interior, Sidewalk & more
Homey Hoggers BBQ ~ Dennis Key
Pepsi ~ Donation of Pepsi
Same Day Delivery ~ Donation of time and pick up
FAM Maintenance Dept. ~ Lines in Parking lot
Dallas ~ Pick up, Delivery and more
Fox 4 News ~ Article
Fort Myers News Press ~ Article
Tropic Signs ~ OWO Car Decals
Lyn Rowlerson ~ Fruit of the Spirit