Last Tuesday Paul began by praying with the volunteers in the kitchen. Paul reminded them that our purpose is not to just feed people but to proclaim the Gospel. Every thing we do should be done with an attitude of prayer to reach the lost and this should start in the kitchen. We are all ministers of the Gospel.
Many of our volunteers come every week and not only volunteer their time but also contribute financially to the ministry. They put not only their heart and soul into reaching the homeless but also their finances. We are grateful for their donations which provide for the needs each Tuesday night. For instance, this Tuesday there was a need for medication. Bonnie went to the drug store during the preaching to purchase cream and pain medication for a burn. Also, a couple with a baby needed gas for their car. They are currently living at Miracle Hill and needed gas to get to work. Another individual needed funds to get in a program at the Donaldson Center that provides shelter and transportation to work. In addition, each week we have to purchase food to serve each Tuesday night. It is amazing that we seem to have just enough funds each week to meet the current needs. It would not be possible without the generous support from our volunteers and regular monthly supporters.
There was a big crowd this week. We served 95 hot meals including drink and dessert with the assistance of 24 volunteers. Many of the volunteers come from various churches and as always we had a good representation from General Electric.
~Marc
