Last Friday we showed up at the new location. I have to be honest - I was nervous.

We have been doing our thing for so many years - and change can be very difficult. But we were pleasantly surprised to find the staff very welcoming. Change is not bad. We must remember that this is God’s ministry and He is capable of doing it with - or without us. We must be teachable, flexible and willing to serve where the greatest need is.

We had the required number of volunteers to serve the food. The first 15 must arrive at 5:30 PM. The other 40 of our volunteers came in throughout the night. Some served food, some went on a tour of the facility and others did - what we do best. They spent time talking and ministering to the homeless.

What does it mean to minister? The verb minister means to “give aid or service”. Sometimes that aid looks like food, clothes or other resources that we physically give to someone in need. At other times to minister might look like spending time with someone, talking and walking them through life’s difficulties.
We were specifically asked to “NOT” bring any clothes or resources to distribute. We were told that we could bring resources this week - but last week would be too crazy. We hope that we will be able to bring clothes tonight (the back of my truck is already loaded)

Please continue to pray for our relationships with the staff. Also pray that God will open doors for two classes that we want to offer at the center (on Friday nights).

1. Life Skills - How to live life as a productive, responsible, mature person - even though we all know the world we live in is crazy!
2. Celebrate Recovery - This 12 step program is aimed at meeting the needs of individuals that need Alcoholics Anonymous, Narcotics Anonymous, and individuals who suffer with mental and emotional disorders, other addictions, hangups and challenges. If you have issues (and we all do) than this is the place to be

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