Better Than I Deserve
Sunday evening, along with some of my sorority sisters (Nashville Alumnae Chapter of Alpha Sigma Tau), I volunteered at the Nashville Rescue Mission serving hot meals to those in need. We served somewhere between 300 and 400 men. I enjoyed the opportunity to serve my community and I look forward to making it a regular event.
The men coming through the line were gracious. They all made a point to thank us for being there. Many asked how we were doing. All I could think was, I’m better than I deserve. As I drove home that night, I had to pause and give thanks for the blessings in my life. I was unemployed for 7 months last year, and while it was a very difficult time for my family we were always able to put food on the table.
When was the last time you gave back to your community? How did it make you feel?
Like Tim McGraw? Like to Give? Check This Out!
RAISING FUNDS FOR HAITI RELIEF
In an effort to raise money for Haiti Earthquake Relief – I am auctioning off a book autographed by Tim McGraw. The book, called “This is Ours”, is the story of Tim McGraw and the Dancehall Doctors.
The book is in pristine condition and you can see how clear and legible the autograph is.
100% of the auction price will be donated to the Clinton-Bush Haiti Relief Fund.
The book will be shipped by USPS and will be insured and include delivery confirmation. Shipping/handling fees will be retained to cover these expenses.
WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE TOGETHER!
Make a Difference Monday: Clean Hands Healthy Baby
Last week, Danielle at Extraordinary Mommy challenged us to do something every week to make a difference. Or to share a company or product that dedicates proceeds to a cause close to their heart. Well, I recently launched a business in which giving back is central to my personal mission to be generous with my time, talent and TREASURE.
I invite you to visit my other website, www.MyHandsAreClean.com, and check out my “Clean Hands Healthy Baby” signs. I pledge to donate 10% of all income generated from the sales of the signs to charity.
In November and December ‘09, I chose Operation Shower as my charity of choice. In January and February ‘10 I will be dedicating my time and treasure to the Nashville Rescue Mission. Not only will I be donating 10% to the Mission, but I will also be volunteering my time there with the Nashville Alumnae Chapter of the Alpha Sigma Tau sorority (Delta Eta Alumna from Belmont University ‘00).
“I tell you the truth, whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers of mine, you did for me.” – Matthew 25:40
Nashville Rescue Mission: Mission Statement
Following God’s command to love our neighbor as ourselves, the Nashville Rescue Mission seeks to help the hurting of Middle Tennessee by offering food, clothing and shelter to the homeless and recovery programs to those enslaved in life degrading problems. Our goal is to help people know the saving grace of Jesus, and through Him, gain wisdom for living, find fulfillment in life and become a positive part of their community.
Support In Action
It only costs $2.26 to provide a meal to a homeless man, women or child. And that meal has the power to change a life! A person shows up at the Nashville Rescue Mission hungry and searching for a hot nutritious meal, and what they find is the life God had in mind for them in the first place. Once inside our facility, information is presented on the Mission’s life-recovery programs and a path that ultimately leads to a way off the streets. By providing a hot meal for someone in need, your support in action results in another life restored and produces another contributing member of our community.
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