Being a vibrant mission is not just about caring for the homeless in our city, it's about serving our friends who support our ministry. One of the ways we do this is by sharing the wonderful things that are happening in our shelters to encourage and prepare our clients for re-entering society, with obtainable goals for self-sufficiency.
As you read the blogs written by our staff and guest bloggers, your heart will be touched by the stories about life in the shelters and the experiences of the men, women and children living in them. You will find ways to connect that meet your charitable ideals and many opportunities to deepen your involvement with Star of Hope Mission.
It is a call every parent dreads...a call that your child has been hurt and is in the hospital.
Well, these clients are certainly not my children--many of them would cringe at the thought!! But, as I interact with them, pray for/with them, share their struggles and cheer their achievements--I feel much like a parent.
On Saturday, March 5th, I was told that one of the Star of Hope Mission - New Horizons clients had been injured at his job and was taken to the hospital. I immediately prayed, "God, please let him be alright!" I texted him...asked him to call when/if he was able.
He called right back. "I got hurt at work, Miss Erika." More details followed...then, "I have to have surgery on my leg." I asked him what we could do for him...could we bring anything, do anything??!! And, in the most humble, contrite spirit, I heard him say, "Please pray for me."
I can do that, I thought. "I will let everyone know to pray for you...is that okay." He agreed that I could tell the others in the program. I sent out the word that he was in the hospital and needed prayer--many of the clients texted back saying, "I will be praying!", "Oh, I just talked with him yesterday! I will keep him in my prayers."
And, that is why I do what I do...I get to encourage others, pray for them, and minister to them in their time of need. What better job in the WHOLE world??!!
UPDATE: I visited Artie in the hospital today. He is in a lot of pain and I was able to listen to his concerns, pray with him and encourage him...what a privilege and honor.
Well, these clients are certainly not my children--many of them would cringe at the thought!! But, as I interact with them, pray for/with them, share their struggles and cheer their achievements--I feel much like a parent.
On Saturday, March 5th, I was told that one of the Star of Hope Mission - New Horizons clients had been injured at his job and was taken to the hospital. I immediately prayed, "God, please let him be alright!" I texted him...asked him to call when/if he was able.
He called right back. "I got hurt at work, Miss Erika." More details followed...then, "I have to have surgery on my leg." I asked him what we could do for him...could we bring anything, do anything??!! And, in the most humble, contrite spirit, I heard him say, "Please pray for me."
I can do that, I thought. "I will let everyone know to pray for you...is that okay." He agreed that I could tell the others in the program. I sent out the word that he was in the hospital and needed prayer--many of the clients texted back saying, "I will be praying!", "Oh, I just talked with him yesterday! I will keep him in my prayers."
And, that is why I do what I do...I get to encourage others, pray for them, and minister to them in their time of need. What better job in the WHOLE world??!!
UPDATE: I visited Artie in the hospital today. He is in a lot of pain and I was able to listen to his concerns, pray with him and encourage him...what a privilege and honor.
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