History of Stepping Out, Inc.
1992
Stepping Out Ministries is Formed
Stepping Out Ministries – a ministry of exhortation through word, letter, and song is created with the first Gospel recording of Patrice Puglise, “The Master’s Bouquet”.
1994
“My El Shaddai” by Patrice Puglise
Patrice Puglise releases her second Gospel recording “My El Shaddai”.
1996
A Queen’s Banquet
The first “A Queen’s Banquet” is organized and held.
1997
Board of Directors Established
Stepping Out establishes a Board of Directors.
1998
Heaven’s Helpers Program Created
Heaven’s Helpers program is created for women that attend “A Queen’s Banquet” to provide follow-up and teach life-skills.
“I’m Stepping Out” by Patrice Puglise
Patrice Puglise releases her third Gospel recording “I’m Stepping Out”.
1999
Stepping Out Becomes a 501-C3 Organization
Begin Receiving $400 Monthly Support for Building Expenses
Stepping Out begins receiving $400 in monthly support to cover building expenses.
Approved by HUD for Office in Morristown Housing Authority
Stepping Out is approved by HUD, in Washington, DC, to set up its office in a four-bedroom unit within the Morristown Housing Authority.
2000
Officially Opens at 1054 Kennedy Circle
Stepping Out officially opens at 1054 Kennedy Circle in Morristown.