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Hi Lisa,
“Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received.” (1 Peter 4:10, NRSV)
I see this philosophy manifested in MDS partnerships time and time again. Most recently, I’ve been inspired by our partner, North Shuswap Christian Fellowship in Scotch Creek, British Columbia.
Before we partnered in response to the Bush Creek East Wildfire, the North Shuswap congregation had been looking for ways to serve their local community, but they weren’t sure where to start. They found a unique opportunity to be the hands and feet of Jesus in their community, through partnership with us.
Since the spring, a church member has taken the initiative to recruit and organize daily, local volunteers to help with the house builds. He has been met with an enthusiastic response from church members, other community members and area residents.
The Shuswap response is often boosted by the support of 2-6 daily, local volunteers. They share meals and refreshments with MDS volunteers, while other church members donate their produce and baked treats to the effort.
Our partnership has given the North Shuswap congregation an opportunity to show their community that they care. The additional hands and hearts have been a blessing to MDS, too, as we build local relationships and seek to complete four house builds in the area this season.
In that same spirit of faith in action, I encourage you to consider the gifts that you can offer in service, both within MDS and in your local community.
Grace and peace,
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