Dear Friends,                                             

We hope this letter finds you surrounded by the warmth and joy of the season. 

Christmas reminds us of the importance of family, friends and community. It is also a time for 

reflection, renewal, gratitude, hope and goodwill. 

Enkrateia turned 4 this year. We had three mothers at the same time and found out that it can 

be done in our modest home. 

One of our long-term guests started her journey to independence on October 22nd. We wish her 

and her baby well. Mommy M is becoming fluent in English through the help of a volunteer 

English teacher. 

This year we had 39 applicants through November 2025. 

We shared an Italian dinner for EHOH at Trinity Lutheran in Waconia. Dinner was served by 

sixteen volunteers from St Therese of Deephaven under leadership of our Chair Ms. Marilyn 

Olson. Ninety-four patrons were served dinner along with all the workers. Guests learned how 

they can further our mission and help the families in need. We raised 25K to everyone’s delight 

and gratitude.

Deacon Patrick Kirsch, our Spiritual Director, shared our Mission and Vision. Core mother 

mentors, our Executive Team, briefed the patrons regarding EHOH’s Intake process, volunteer 

opportunities and daily activities at the house. 

We have continued to expand awareness of our home in our communities. Our hearts are full 

of gratitude for each of you. Pictures speak a thousand words! Photos attached. 

As we journey into New Year, May God Shower you all with His sustaining power that guides 

you, protects you, and directs you toward His purpose! Let us trust His wisdom though we may 

not understand His plan! 

Sincerely, 

Dorothy A Arockiasamy