Living It! #3

I've been a volunteer at the hospital for almost two months now. When I set out to become a volunteer, I had little idea of how things would sort out. I came prepared to do whatever they needed. My hope was to spread some sunshine to the people I came into contact with.

But now, two months into this new adventure, I'm enjoying what I get to do. From helping staff and patients, to making the someone's day brighter, to chatting with my fellow volunteers, I like sharing the life and love God with others. Doing little things to make their day a little brighter.

Each day has a different set of challenges and joys. Part of what I enjoy is the different tasks and adapting to each.

It's just one of the ways that Live It. What could you do or start to live the It out in your life?

February Update

Sorry to get this out late. I was at the hospital volunteering all day yesterday, so I didn't have time to type this up.

This month, I've been making little baby gowns for the preemie babies at St. David's hospital. I think of all the things I make, I like making these the best. They are so small and beautiful.

This month I made five gowns, one hat, and one blanket. Aren't they precious?

Holiday Idea’s Part 3

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By Rose H.

During the holidays there are many opportunities for helping others that you can take advantage of. Just dive into them and spend some joy.

1.       Volunteer at a food bank or soup kitchen.

2.       Ask a needy family in your church over for a meal.

3.       Invite some friends over to make Christmas cards for a local nursing home.

4.       Give some change to bell ringers.

5.       Take some friends cookies and let them know what they mean to you.

6.       Be a secret Santa for someone in your church.

7.       Send a Christmas card to a faraway friend. 

Rose's Idea's Part 3

Ministry To Elderly People

One of the things that this generation takes for granted is its older generation. We visit grandparents, but many times we miss out on other elderly people in our world.
I have an elderly neighbor that I work for once a week. She tells me stories and has things from all over the world in her house. I consider her a friend.
What about you? Do you want to get involved in an elderly persons life?
There are so many ways that we can help them, but here are a few to help you get started.

Make a meal for an elderly couple once a week.

Volunteer at a nursing home.

Take some cards or other handmade gifts to them.

Offer to clean their house once a week.

Volunteer with a shut-ins program.

Make some time to talk to them (this can be the most important one).

Ministry Month Challenge Day 23

Today I went with my family and sacked groceries. Hopefully this afternoon I can help my family clean the house and maybe to some writing.

Ministry Month Challenge Day 16

Today we went and volunteered at a local food pantry. I'm also making a set of coasters for my gift drawer. FUN!

Ministry Month Challenge Day 12

I couldn't do anything big. I spent the day helping Bastrop fire victims. I got to give some people who lost everything in the fire a hug.