Room At The Inn
Posted by lindamartinandersen on December 22, 2015
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“Room At The Inn” by Linda Martin Andersen
“Poverty’s Price,” is an outstanding recent series of articles by Greg Barnes of “The Fayetteville Observer.” http://www.fayobserver.com/special/poverty/
This is a season of generosity. Yesterday, I had the pleasure of visiting Operation Inasmuch in Fayetteville, NC where homeless are family. This newsletter celebrates the organization’s plan to expand services. A shelter will be built.
Operation Inasmuch in Fayetteville, NC. Copyright 2015. Linda Martin Andersen
As this calendar year ends, let’s celebrate our blessings and extend a hand to others. May this season of generosity be lived and celebrated every day.
Will your calendar reflect participation in projects that touch your heart? Have a family meeting and discuss how you can make a difference for others.
Writing Prompt: Consider writing about “Room at the Inn” or about a time you helped someone or someone helped you.
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Carol Baldwin said
Good challenge, Linda. thanks for this post!
lindamartinandersen said
My pleasure, Carol. Thanks for commenting and calling this a challenge. I hadn’t thought of it in that way, but you’re right.
Joan Y. Edwards said
Dear Linda,
I really enjoyed hearing about the Inasmuch ministry for the homeless. They treat the homeless as God would if he were there in person. He is indeed there in spirit.
Have a great day.
Celebrate you
Never Give Up
Joan
lindamartinandersen said
Thanks for your loving comments, Joan. I agree that here the homeless family is treated with respect and in a Godly manner. Carol called this post a challenge. I agree that it is a challenge for us to help others, in ways that we can.
sarahsbookreflections said
Compassion and charity are good things to practice anytime of year. The hope is for everyone to have a good quality of life. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to us all.
lindamartinandersen said
Sarah, well said. Thanks for seasons’ greetings. Merry Christmas and a New Year to your family too.
Janis Silverman said
We support many worthy causes. I hope we all live to see the day that everyone is housed, safe, well nourished and has affordable health care.
We donated to an additional fund this year. First Books funds books for children in literacy programs and those livig in poverty. The program puts books into their hands that they take home and keep. I am very enthused about this program. I supported the Charlotte group. As a retired teacher, amother and grandmother, I know the difference books make in the lives o children.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL.
lindamartinandersen said
Janis, First Books is indeed a worthy cause. Thanks for mentioning it. You and your husband have big hearts. I share your hopes for the world and its people. Happy Holidays to you and yours!
Tracy Campbell said
Glad you were able to visit. Did you write an article for the paper?
Merry Christmas, Linda and Scotty 😘
lindamartinandersen said
I did enjoy my visit. I didn’t write an article for the newspaper but maybe that’s in my future. Who knows. Thanks for commenting. Merry Christmas to you and your family!
godselfie said
Thanks Linda for you sharing and the loving reminder. Wishing you and your family a Holy and Blessed Christmas!
Renee & Ben
lindamartinandersen said
Merry Christmas to you and Ben. I’m glad you enjoyed the post! Sometimes we do need a reminder to serve others! Thanks for commenting here!