I've had a lot of people comment on how I've slowed down on my blog - except for the make-you-jealous-I'm-in-Hawai'i-posts, of course! Actually, it's the slower pace of life on holidays that allows the muse in me to unleash.It's nice when people notice you are gone. It's always nice to be remembered.
Paul the apostle said he was eager to "remember the poor."
The poor are a forgotten people. Part of our job at the Mission is to remind people that there are less fortunate folks in our very own city that need help: a hot, nutritious meal, a warm bed, a roof over their head, a set of clean clothing for school.
The Soup Kitchen at the Gerri Carroll Hope Centre reopens after it's July hiatus to help men, women and children have a good meal, a safe place to enjoy some company, and some clothes for growing kids!
If you've been meaning to come out and help, make this year the one to do it! Call your local Soup Kitchen and ask to serve a meal and help clean up one day. If you can, make it a monthly commitment to remember the poor.
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I like this reminder to remember the poor, no matter who or where we are!!
That's right, Derrick! Even those of us that work with the poor every day need to be reminded to keep our hearts softened to their plight!
Even in Hawaii there were homeless addicts sleeping on the beach every night. There was one little old homeless lady who lived by the bus stop, and every day she had a fresh sandwich and a coffee - someone in Waikiki was taking care of her!
"oh think twice, it's just another day for you and me in paradise"
So true, Kenny. Your comment brought a tear to my eye. Our trip was eye opening in so many ways.
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