Shenandoah County Search, Inc.
April 26, 2026 at 2 pm
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We are hereby announcing the
Mad Hatter's Market & Tea!
Saturday, June 27, 2026
12 pm - 5 pm
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A timely story from our resident, Sam
An Easter Miracle
By Samantha Tankersley
Once, in an old town village house there lived an elderly lady named Doris. Doris was a kind, caring and courageous lady; everybody loved her for her big, kind heart. Doris lived alone in her house with two cats, a dog and a parrot. The cats were named Marney and Barney; the dog was named Max; and the parrot was named Shelly.
Doris took great care of her pets. She worked hard; prayed to God every day to let her lead someone to Christ. Doris was a dedicated Christian. She loved Jesus!
But then one day she got extremely ill. Doris had gotten the flu, and she ended up on life support. She didn't give up on her faith, however. For whatever she faced, she would not give up on God, because she believed God would never give up on her.
As Doris lied in her hospital bed, a person - a 12-year-old girl named Sarah - wanted to ask her about Jesus. Sarah was curious to hear Doris' story.
"Excuse me, ma'am," Sarah says quietly. "Can we talk?" She was in tears.
"Sure," Doris says, kindly, "What's on your mind, sweetheart?"
"It's almost Easter. What's Easter?" she anxiously asked.
"Easter is a holiday about our Lord Savior Jesus Christ. He gave his life so that we may be forgiven of our sins and go to heaven," Doris says. He did that for you and me, and for everybody in the world."
"Why would he do that for you and me?"
"Because he loves you that much. He wouldn't have it any other way." Doris smiles. "Would you like to try to accept him as your savior?"
"Please," Sarah pleads. Sarah prays to Jesus to save her from sin and become a Christian. Doris had done it: she had led someone to Christ.
Ssrah leaves laughing and saying,"I accepted Jesus."
Two years have passed. Sarah and Doris cross paths on a missionary trip.
"Doris?"
"Sarah?"
The two hug. "How are you, Sarah?" Doris asks, excitedly.
"Great. I've led over 200 hundred people to Christ."
"Wow!" Doris smiles. "God is good, isn't he?"
"Yep," Sarah smiles, contentedly.
"That all happened on Easter?" Doris asks.
"Yes. Easter is Jesus' celebration of redemption, so I did it on Easter.
"Great job, Sarah. Well done."
The End
who we are
Shenandoah County SEARCH, Inc. (“SEARCH”) was established in August, 1978 by Preston and Vivian Poole, and others who were interested in the welfare of intellectually challenged citizens. SEARCH is a Section 501(c)3 non-profit corporation. Thus donations to SEARCH are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by applicable law.
SEARCH Continues to operate in memory of Vivian Poole, who dedicated 30 years of her life to this cause.
SEARCH is grateful for the visionary leadership of Sid and Betsy Price following the death of Vivian Poole. They helped put SEARCH on the road to success! Their generosity and vision provided SEARCH with the current Thrift Shop building. Care for our residents guided their vision.
Board of Directors
Judy Franz
Winnie McDermott
Joan Griffin
Erika Auer
Bob Schmidt
David Jones
Kim Cassford
Dr. Jerry Germroth
Elaine Harshman
Robin Tull
KK Stroop
Joan Proctor—Emeritus
Our Missions
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To provide a warm and nurturing home for intellectually challenged adults through our Group Home.
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To operate the Thrift Shop which serves the needs of the broader community by offering quality merchandise at affordable prices. The Thrift Shop sells only donated items and provides most of the financial support for the Group Home.
events
Our Easter bake sale was a great success! Check out the "Thrift Store Treasures" page!