MILLIS – On Sat., Dec. 14, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. the Bethany House Hope Chest at 1134 Main Street Millis will welcome Santa Claus. Children are invited to visit with Santa, have their picture taken, and receive a free special gift bag. 

The Hope Chest is an eclectic second-hand store where customers will find some amazing bargains; a visit is sure to appeal to people of all ages. The store is operated by the Bethany House Ministries, a non-profit organization whose mission is to “provide a compassionate, healing environment of hope and to provide physical, emotional and spiritual support to those facing challenges, especially those impacted by the harsh realities of prison.” 

“We run groups in the prisons, help with reentry, provide clothing and basic needs for folks being released from prison. The shop also provides household items and furniture for people leaving prison who are setting up their apartments for the first time,” says Sister Ruth Raichle of Bethany House Ministries. “Right now, we are working on purchasing over 3,000 holiday gifts for folks in prisons and Boston shelters.” 

The Bethany House Hope Chest is also looking for volunteers. To learn more visit https://bethanyhouseministries.org or talk to our staff and volunteers at this special event. What better way to immerse yourself in the Holiday Spirit than by supporting this ministry and saying hello to Santa?