What an incredible gift it is to receive and be able to share God's Grace! Since I am a member of our Church Council, I had lots of time to think about this program and the many possiblities for how our family could share God's Grace. Maybe too much time- the needs are broad and deep and choosing one feels like a decision to neglect another. Our family felt called to reach someone whose needs were at risk of being overlooked- who doesn't fit into the "system" of charitable support yet is in need of a helping hand. One of my friends who is deeply compassionate and always a champion for others shared on Facebook about a family in need in my community. She sought support for them by reaching out on Facebook saying "the mom struggles with severe health issues and is truly unable to work and the kids' father has a terminal diagnosis with limited time left...this is going to be an incredibly difficult holiday season for this family and I want so much for them to know they are not alone..." I knew this was where God wanted His love and grace to be experienced. My friend cried tears of gratitude for this gift which she will deliver to this family- sadly, yet somehow seemingly on God's timing- just as they grieve the loss of their husband and father. Will you please join us in praying for this family, and all families, facing difficult days ahead, especially holidays?

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After receiving a $100 check, we tossed around all kinds of random ideas. We decided that we wanted to help a person or family directly, although we weren’t sure who or how. We even carried the check around for awhile thinking an opportunity would present itself. Without really thinking about it, I mentioned it to our guidance counselor at school. I can’t go into detail, but she helped place the check in the hands of a very grateful family at the right time.

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