I'm so thankful to have people around me with 'servant hearts'. A close friend of mine told me about an opportunity to serve the needy in our community. There is a place they call 'Compassion Outreach' that offers free medical, dental, and eye care as well as a hot meal and a clothes closet. It is a Christian based ministry built with the hands of volunteers.
I was REALLY impressed with their set up and how organized it was. I was also impressed with the hearts of the people serving. Everyone just jumped in and found something to do.
As people went through the line they looked us in the eye and thanked us. Very touching. My friend is a Louisiana native so she made gumbo for Mardi Gras and I made cake for 75. Many came back asking for seconds and she served them half a serving extra until all were through the line. One 6-7 year old girl got three bowls. (Do you know the story of the loaves and fish from the Bible? It seemed that the food was multiplied and we did have leftover gumbo in the end.)
I really needed to do this. I needed to get off my bottom and stop thinking about my medical issue and start thinking about others. Serving is a great medicine.
I was tired but happy. We shared 'love' for Valentine's Day.
28 comments:
How wonderful. xx
What a wonderful program. It really is important to give back.
It sounds like it was chicken soup for your soul! So glad you were able to participate.
What a wonderful way to reach out to others! As I'm sure you know, everything we put out, comes back to us tenfold. God Bless You! :)
A beautiful post!
Wonderful! Good for you!
Wonderful Parsley!!! Always a pleasure to give...
Fantastic; wish I lived closer to help out./sneak some of your cake. Sitting here waiting for results is not a good place to be ;-)
That sounds like a day well spent, Parse, and I can imagine how much it fed your loving servant heart...what a blessing! :)
Your cakes look amazing and yummy.
Hugs
Ma
Great idea and so compassionate. My Bible reading was just on that theme: faith without works is dead.
Glad you could help.
Very nice x
What a great opportunity for you, it's amazing to see God at work through this program! Love your compassion and the cakes....look soooo yummy!
Touching post, Parsley.....Happy Love Day to you and yours, Francine.
Oh how wonderful.
Your post gave me goosebumps.
So sweet.
Hugs and Prayers
Trace
Helping others IS a wonderful feeling! Well done!
Ah bless your heart parsley...this was a great post..mom says she always feels better when she does for others!
stella rose
What a blessing you and the others are to your community! It sounds like it nourished your soul.
Robin in Virginia
rlbrowninva @ gmail.com
PS Your cakes looked quite yummy!
Compassion Outreach is an incredible organization. Our church is on the regular rotation to provide the meal and serve. I love being able to be a part of that. As you say, the people are so appreciative. And I'm so impressed with those who volunteer their time to provide care. Dr. Carpenter continued to do so even while she herself was undergoing chemo - a true servant's heart. Have you found out what's causing your fatigue and breathlessness? I've been praying for you.
Bravo on you and all those who take time out to help. Sometimes to give is to receive. Bless you Parsley. Have a wonderful Wednesday.
Best wishes Molly
What a lovely way to help others and spread the Christian faith too.
Happy Valentine's Day!
You are a sweet soul, my sister.
I send you love and wishes for a beautiful Valentine's Day.
Thank you for your service to others.
Love you,
Jackie
What a blessing you received and gave...always makes the heart full to do for others, doesn't it?
Parsley,
I'm glad you are well enough to participate in community service. The best way to forget about our own problems is to help someone else with theirs. Love isn't love til you give it away! You are a beautiful person. I am honored to call you my friend.
Deborah
How very "sweet" - you and the cake. You inspire me!
A very heart warming post today. Thank you!
Happy Valentine's Day!
♥
Yes, spreading love makes the heart feel good!
Definitely love in action, bless you.
ho my, if only everybody on earth has the ability to give without any interest...
As Molly said, sometimes to give is to receive ! totally agree
you're a sweetheart
big hugs
xxx
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