Care Fest
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Two years ago, God gave His people a vision for a citywide church outreach of good works to our community. In June, 1650 Christians from 25 different area churches made that vision a reality.
We served about 60 sites—painting, cleaning, repairing, and landscaping. Organizations served included a number of crisis and outreach centers, a foster home for the elderly, a Christian daycare, and a needy single woman from a local church.
Eleven electricians brought new light to a Boys & Girls Club. And five chainsaws sang in unison as volunteers removed buckthorn. At times, the tasks seemed overwhelming.
The feedback from all the organizations we served was positive, as all planned tasks (and a few extras) were accomplished with excellence! Community organization leaders said that the quality of work was better than that of the professionals they pay, and due to budget cuts and tight staffing, much of this work could not have been accomplished for another two to three years!
They remarked of the diligence and joy we displayed, and were amazed by our youth who served with great attitudes alongside the adults.
Several churches have used the experience to create ongoing community service opportunities through which the love of Jesus can be shared.
