This past weekend, I was given a bit of a wake up call.
This past weekend, the Tour de Revs were in the F-M area. This group of three pastors is traveling the country to raise awareness and funds for the ministry of
the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. It was a joy for Trinity Lutheran Church to be a host to the group and have Pastor Fred preach on Sunday. As I listened to the men present on Saturday night, I was reminded of how feeding the hungry is a very real way that we can do God’s work in this world. The hope of eradicating world hunger may be lofty, but small practices in my life can make a big difference in the life of others. Could I eat out a little less often and give money to the Hunger Appeal a little more often? Could I pass on the four dollar cup of coffee and put it in the offering plate instead? The Tour de Rev’s got me thinking…and hopefully realigning my priorities a bit.
Check out their webpage to learn more! http://www.tourderevs.org/
This past weekend, I also got a note from a friend who will be riding in the Tour de Pink, a 200+ mile ride to raise awareness and funds for the Young Survival Coalition – a group that prov
ides support for young women with breast cancer. As I read through the information, I was reminded of the very real struggles that people who have cancer experience. It’s a struggle that is in some part their own, but it is also a struggle that they don’t need to go through alone. Part of what we, as followers of Christ, can do is to walk with them, letting them know they are loved and supported. This event is just one way to do that. To learn more this group, check out the webpage: http://www.youngsurvival.org/
And, (a shameless plug) my friend would certainly appreciate support you can give him in reaching his fundraising goal. Donate here. http://www.active.com/donate/tourdepink/MBeers2
So that’s what’s on my mind today: Sometimes I’ve wondered about the value of these sorts of fundraisers, but these two events have been a bit of a wake up call for me. Pulling me out of my own life and reminding me of some of the bigger issues we face together in this world. Thanks for reading. Time to keep plugging along!
This past weekend, the Tour de Revs were in the F-M area. This group of three pastors is traveling the country to raise awareness and funds for the ministry of
the ELCA World Hunger Appeal. It was a joy for Trinity Lutheran Church to be a host to the group and have Pastor Fred preach on Sunday. As I listened to the men present on Saturday night, I was reminded of how feeding the hungry is a very real way that we can do God’s work in this world. The hope of eradicating world hunger may be lofty, but small practices in my life can make a big difference in the life of others. Could I eat out a little less often and give money to the Hunger Appeal a little more often? Could I pass on the four dollar cup of coffee and put it in the offering plate instead? The Tour de Rev’s got me thinking…and hopefully realigning my priorities a bit.Check out their webpage to learn more! http://www.tourderevs.org/
This past weekend, I also got a note from a friend who will be riding in the Tour de Pink, a 200+ mile ride to raise awareness and funds for the Young Survival Coalition – a group that prov
ides support for young women with breast cancer. As I read through the information, I was reminded of the very real struggles that people who have cancer experience. It’s a struggle that is in some part their own, but it is also a struggle that they don’t need to go through alone. Part of what we, as followers of Christ, can do is to walk with them, letting them know they are loved and supported. This event is just one way to do that. To learn more this group, check out the webpage: http://www.youngsurvival.org/And, (a shameless plug) my friend would certainly appreciate support you can give him in reaching his fundraising goal. Donate here. http://www.active.com/donate/tourdepink/MBeers2
So that’s what’s on my mind today: Sometimes I’ve wondered about the value of these sorts of fundraisers, but these two events have been a bit of a wake up call for me. Pulling me out of my own life and reminding me of some of the bigger issues we face together in this world. Thanks for reading. Time to keep plugging along!
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