In church, school, and in certain circles of the non-profit world, we often talk passionately about the fight to end poverty. How millions of Americans live without adequate housing, food, and other resources necessary to survive and thrive. But rarely do we hear the term child poverty. In the year 2013, 20 million children lived in … Read more
As a quick update, the shack went very well! I came out on October 19th. We broke the $40,000 mark and are excited about the next places God is leading us as we prepare to enter into a new year. Thank you for your faithfulness and generosity! Hmmm….what to wear today? If you were to … Read more
Beavers and Bakers- Day 8 Total $34,919 I had an experience this morning with a Beaver and Baker. No kidding. But not the way you think. Auburn United Methodist Church sits behind me. Every Friday, they run a large food pantry and distribution for families. As they shared and listened to some of the families … Read more
Wednesday: Day 6 “Blessed are the poor in Spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven”- Matthew 5 “Blessed are you who are poor, for yours is the kingdom of God”- Luke 6: 20 So, the internet at Wesley is down…which is the one most important need I have and may have to walk over … Read more
First, some thanks and shout outs: Yesterday while setting up was greeted by Katie and her mom. Katie served on our summer staff in Tuskegee. I was also visited by Kelly the Tuskegee site leader, and Kate Duke who brought me dinner. She also served in Tuskegee. What a great mini and unexpected reunion! Had … Read more