Another volunteer Saturday is in the books, spent at a local group home for girls. My consistent role has been snack lady and all around helper. However, for the past five years I've also hosted various spring activities. This year I decided to educate the girls about San Antonio's annual spring celebration, Fiesta. We talked about the history and traditions. Another volunteer brought her medal collection so the girls could see how colorful and unique they are. Then I led the girls in making floral crowns with the help of several other ladies who volunteer with me every month. I also brought all the fixin's for a nacho bar and we wrapped up our time together playing Fiesta-themed bingo. They love playing any game when prizes are involved!
Every month with these girls, I'm reminded of how they desperately need positive role models in their lives. I encourage all empty-nesters to find a way to share your talents and time with the members of your community who need to be uplifted. Don't underestimate the value of your help because we all should be rolling up our sleeves (more) while trying to make a difference as God instructs us in the Bible, particularly in the lives of the most vulnerable. I'm talking to myself here, too. The Lord wants our committed hearts, not our excuses. I'm convinced that when we start looking for places to volunteer, the Lord guides our efforts to where He can use us for His glory.
And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. Hebrews 13:16
In everything I did, I showed you that by this kind of hard work we must help the weak, remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said: "It is more blessed to give than to receive." Acts 20:35
What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if someone claims to have faith but has no deeds... faith by itself, if it is not accompanied by action, is dead. James 2:14,17
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