Earlier this month I wrote about our young friend's efforts to help build schools in Sudan. So far his efforts have raised over $1,000 for the project. Way to go Josiah! Find out how you can help.
Urgent Request
A friend's teenage nephews Joshua and Caleb Cajiuat were involved in a bad car wreck on Monday, Nov 30, 2009 at 3:40 p.m. They were one mile from home. Caleb was released but still very sore Josh is still in the hospital in the ICU. Josh has had a traumatic brain injury and broken bones. … Continue reading Urgent Request
What Can I do?
Recently one of our friend's took his son six year-old son, Josiah to hear former NBA star Manute Bol speak about the work he is doing in Sudan. Bol is building schools through Sudan Sunrise. During the Q&A time Josiah, asked a simple question, "What can I do?" Bol suggested Josiah write a letter to … Continue reading What Can I do?
Calling All Animal Lovers
McCamey Animal Control is a very small shelter that works very hard to find all of the animals homes rather than what normally happens at an animal control facility. They do so with a very limited budget. The McCamey Animal Control has been nominated in Care2.com's America's Favorite Animal Shelter contest. They need your help by … Continue reading Calling All Animal Lovers
Operation Christmas Child
It is time once again to pack shoe boxes for Operation Christmas Child. Operation Christmas Child is a project of Franklin Graham's organization Samaritan's Purse that seeks to provide the neediest children with a simple gift. For many this may be the only gift they have ever received. How You Can Get Involved: Pack a … Continue reading Operation Christmas Child
For Your Consideration
I read several blogs and have felt that several in the past few weeks are worthy of sharing. My friend Shane has been promoting a program that will help feed the homeless in Rochester, NY. For just $2.05 you can provide a meal. I have read a lot recently about the church becoming irrelevant in … Continue reading For Your Consideration
VBS Experience for Persons with Special Need
Ok, this one is just for folks in the Gainesville, Florida area. It is a really cool ministry opportunity. The Christian Pastors' is sponsoring a 2-day VBS Experience for persons with special needs (developmental disabilities & autism) age 12 and older. So, here are the important details. When: July 17 & 18, 2009 Friday: Registration … Continue reading VBS Experience for Persons with Special Need