Churches face hurdles as they aid the homeless—from ordinances restricting the distribution of food to attempts to regulate shelters out of existence.
Churches face hurdles as they aid the homeless—from ordinances restricting the distribution of food to attempts to regulate shelters out of existence.
The “Snow Buddy” program, a part of the ministry Operation Blessing, recently sent out workers to help seniors in Virginia’s tidewater area who were snowed in from the past weekend’s blizzard.
According to the pope, true followers of Jesus take up his yoke to receive and welcome the revelation of God's mercy, bringing salvation to the poor and the oppressed.
What does God require of us? There's brokenness everywhere I turn, and people that need my help everywhere I look, but what am I supposed to do?
Going on a mission trip can have some particular temptations for those intending to serve less fortunate communities, however. It is easier than we may think to make a mission trip all about us, instead of all about those we go to serve.
Former football star and current SEC analyst Tim Tebow says he wants to be known for his faith and service as well as his football career.
“If we are to cultivate a heart of biblical hospitality, we must refuse to rely on our achievements or to dwell on our failures. And we must lay aside past rejections and grudges."
