Life has so many twists and turns. You may think you have a perfect opportunity just waiting for you to reach out and grab hold of, but you hold back for fear of the unknown. Do not wait; take that leap of faith; you never know what blissful joy and happiness await you around the bend!
Thursday, August 2, 2012
Leap of Faith
Life has so many twists and turns. You may think you have a perfect opportunity
just waiting for you to reach out and grab hold of, but you hold back for fear
of the unknown. Do not wait; take that
leap of faith; you never know what blissful joy and happiness await you around
the bend!
Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Article in newspaper - WORTHY CAUSE
SnowCap auction to include opportunity for airplane ride
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| This group of SnowCap supporters creates handcrafted items and gift baskets for the annual dinner and auction. From left, Carol Broyles, Verneta Price, Sherry Mollohan and Pastor Pat Berger of Covenant Presbyterian Church. COURTESY DANNI MOONEY, SNOWCAP |
The annual SnowCap Community Charities dinner and auction is set for Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Holiday Inn-Portland Airport, 8439 N.E. Columbia Blvd. The silent bidding hall will open at 5:30 p.m. A buffet dinner and oral auction will follow. Among the oral auction items available for bid will be an airborne tour of either Mount St. Helens or Mount Hood.
The increased need for SnowCap services for low-income families and individuals has attracted a record number of oral auction packages, according to Kirsten Wageman, director of programs and development. “We have vacation getaways, fishing tripods, barbecues, artwork, handmade items and professional and personal services,” she said. Wageman added that the goal for this event is to raise $150,000.
“Times are increasingly hard for many unemployed and underemployed in east Multnomah County,” according to Judy Alley, SnowCap executive director. “Demand for SnowCap assistance has grown to more than 9000 requests per month, a 20 percent increase over a year ago,” she continued.
SnowCap Community Charities is a philanthropic organization created to serve the poor in much of east Multnomah County, including the large areas around Gresham, Fairview, Wood Village and Troutdale.
The increased need for SnowCap services for low-income families and individuals has attracted a record number of oral auction packages, according to Kirsten Wageman, director of programs and development. “We have vacation getaways, fishing tripods, barbecues, artwork, handmade items and professional and personal services,” she said. Wageman added that the goal for this event is to raise $150,000.
“Times are increasingly hard for many unemployed and underemployed in east Multnomah County,” according to Judy Alley, SnowCap executive director. “Demand for SnowCap assistance has grown to more than 9000 requests per month, a 20 percent increase over a year ago,” she continued.
SnowCap Community Charities is a philanthropic organization created to serve the poor in much of east Multnomah County, including the large areas around Gresham, Fairview, Wood Village and Troutdale.
Article in newspaper - WORTHY CAUSE
SnowCap
auction to include opportunity for airplane ride
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This
group of SnowCap supporters creates handcrafted items and gift baskets for
the annual dinner and auction. From left, Carol Broyles, Verneta Price,
Sherry Mollohan and Pastor Pat Berger of Covenant Presbyterian Church.
COURTESY DANNI MOONEY, SNOWCAP |
The annual SnowCap Community Charities dinner and auction is
set for Saturday, Feb. 4 at the Holiday Inn-Portland Airport, 8439 N.E.
Columbia Blvd. The silent bidding hall will open at 5:30 p.m. A buffet dinner
and oral auction will follow. Among the oral auction items available for bid
will be an airborne tour of either Mount St. Helens or Mount Hood.
The increased need for SnowCap services for low-income families and individuals has attracted a record number of oral auction packages, according to Kirsten Wageman, director of programs and development. “We have vacation getaways, fishing tripods, barbecues, artwork, handmade items and professional and personal services,” she said. Wageman added that the goal for this event is to raise $150,000.
“Times are increasingly hard for many unemployed and underemployed in east Multnomah County,” according to Judy Alley, SnowCap executive director. “Demand for SnowCap assistance has grown to more than 9000 requests per month, a 20 percent increase over a year ago,” she continued.
SnowCap Community Charities is a philanthropic organization created to serve the poor in much of east Multnomah County, including the large areas around Gresham, Fairview, Wood Village and Troutdale.
The increased need for SnowCap services for low-income families and individuals has attracted a record number of oral auction packages, according to Kirsten Wageman, director of programs and development. “We have vacation getaways, fishing tripods, barbecues, artwork, handmade items and professional and personal services,” she said. Wageman added that the goal for this event is to raise $150,000.
“Times are increasingly hard for many unemployed and underemployed in east Multnomah County,” according to Judy Alley, SnowCap executive director. “Demand for SnowCap assistance has grown to more than 9000 requests per month, a 20 percent increase over a year ago,” she continued.
SnowCap Community Charities is a philanthropic organization created to serve the poor in much of east Multnomah County, including the large areas around Gresham, Fairview, Wood Village and Troutdale.
Monday, June 11, 2012
The Cross Room
A young man at the end of his rope groaned in distress as he prayed."Lord, I can't go on. My cross is too heavy to bear."
"My son, " the Lord replied with compassion, "if you can't bear its weight, come with me to the cross room. There you may exchange you cross for any other cross you choose."
Filled with relief, the young man sighed, "Thank you, Lord." Briskly entering the cross room, he mindlessly discarded his own cross and searched for one he'd rather carry. He saw many other crosses, some so large the tops weren't even visible. After winding in and out of the rows of crosses, he spotted a tiny cross leaning against the far wall. "I'd like that one, Lord,"he whispered.
And the Lord replied, "My son, that is the cross you brought in."
"My son, " the Lord replied with compassion, "if you can't bear its weight, come with me to the cross room. There you may exchange you cross for any other cross you choose."
Filled with relief, the young man sighed, "Thank you, Lord." Briskly entering the cross room, he mindlessly discarded his own cross and searched for one he'd rather carry. He saw many other crosses, some so large the tops weren't even visible. After winding in and out of the rows of crosses, he spotted a tiny cross leaning against the far wall. "I'd like that one, Lord,"he whispered.
And the Lord replied, "My son, that is the cross you brought in."
The Cross Room
A young man at the end of his rope groaned in distress as he prayed."Lord, I can't go on. My cross is too heavy to bear."
"My son, " the Lord replied with compassion, "if you can't bear its weight, come with me to the cross room. There you may exchange you cross for any other cross you choose."
Filled with relief, the young man sighed, "Thank you, Lord." Briskly entering the cross room, he mindlessly discarded his own cross and searched for one he'd rather carry. He saw many other crosses, some so large the tops weren't even visible. After winding in and out of the rows of crosses, he spotted a tiny cross leaning against the far wall. "I'd like that one, Lord,"he whispered.
And the Lord replied, "My son, that is the cross you brought in."
"My son, " the Lord replied with compassion, "if you can't bear its weight, come with me to the cross room. There you may exchange you cross for any other cross you choose."
Filled with relief, the young man sighed, "Thank you, Lord." Briskly entering the cross room, he mindlessly discarded his own cross and searched for one he'd rather carry. He saw many other crosses, some so large the tops weren't even visible. After winding in and out of the rows of crosses, he spotted a tiny cross leaning against the far wall. "I'd like that one, Lord,"he whispered.
And the Lord replied, "My son, that is the cross you brought in."
Sunday, May 27, 2012
1st Published Article
BIRTH OF THE FLOWER CHART
Once upon a time, there was a florist named Naomi, who lived in a small country town. She planted her magnificent flower seeds every year and experienced so much joy when displaying beautiful bouquets in her church sanctuary. The entire congregation raved that she grew the best flowers around!
However, Naomi was so disappointed this year. Insects, which inundated the blooms and leaves, damaged almost her entire crop. She contemplated what she was going to do, since she signed up to bring flowers to church that Sunday, but due to the bugs, she had no flowers to bring. Unbeknownst to her, somehow word got out to all her friends in church regarding her predicament.
That Sunday, she showed up late without any flowers and sat in a back pew, hoping no one would notice. The church was crowded, so you could not see the pedestal where flowers usually sat for all to admire and enjoy.
During the announcements, a long-time member stood up and began to speak. "I have a joy to share today with my fellow sisters and brothers in Christ. The flowers in church are exquisite! I'm curious who brought them?" Naomi sunk very low in her pew. She felt like quietly slipping out. She felt as though she had let everyone down and felt horrible. Then, the pastor asked for the person who supplied the flowers to raise their hand. One hand after another shot up into the air until every person's hand was up.
The pastor began to speak, “Naomi, all of us here want to thank you for your blessing today." Naomi had a blank look on her face. The pastor continued. You have given the congregation a beautiful gift. Each year you graciously shared your flower seeds with all of us. Now we have a chance to contribute to the service today by providing flowers grown from your seeds on your behalf. Because of your gift to us, we have a wonderful opportunity to share our flowers here. Naomi was speechless.
Thus, the flower chart was born. Will you please be willing to nurture it and watch it flourish? There are many spaces still available for you to sign up. It is not too late so please hurry!
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