Ministry Project

I've always taken the kids along whenever we've been involved in ministry work, even as babies. They've grown up knowing all about working with the elderly, poor, and homeless. They've all had stages where they've protested, and even now they often groan when we announce a project, because they'd rather be playing games or watching a movie. But, when they actually get to a place where we're doing ministry, they always pitch in and help with little to no complaining.


Our church recently went through the 40 Days of Community program from Pastor Rick Warren, and they asked the home groups to pick a project to work with. Our group chose People in Need, a homeless ministry. They need help keeping their clothing and other supplies organized and ready for distribution, and we were glad to help. We brought the kids along, hoping they could find something useful to do.







Well, they managed to outdo the adults in our group! While we were sorting clothes and labeling bins, they quickly sorted six large cases of toiletry kits, stacked and boxed the items, then moved on to sort and stack several large boxes of hotel soaps and shampoos. What a team!