Blessed for Life: Studying Technique!

Today in Rockdale....

Mowing once again was on our plate. With the slowing down of rain and making sure we dont get behind, we decided to put off our nor.al Thursday mowing till today. 4 yards mowed and weedeated. 2 more yards were mowed and will be weedeated over next few days, these were two that were picked up today to help out the owner (rental property).

At one yard we met a homeless man, named Cowboy and his dog stick. He has bounced around from place to place, and his story is much like we have heard before. Those he though were friends pretty much did him wrong, left him alone and without anything. Lost ID, and now living in a tent, we talked about driving trucks (JHale used to drive a 18 wheeler), all the requirements it takes to keep a Class A license and all that entails. He is a carpenter by trade and hopes to begin doing some local work soon. He also fixes bikes and motorcycles. We blessed him with some food which included a moon pie and he commented that it was the first moon pie he had had in so long he forgot how to spell moon pie. Later we got him some canned food, small case of water and some batteries for his radio. It was nice to meet him and pray for not only his status, but that we can do more to lift him up "out of the ashes."

Look around and see and you can be doing...

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Blessed for Life: The Cycle

A few things....first, I (JHale) posted a few days ago that we were looking for anyone interested in volunteering in the different activities we are currently taking part in (mowing, food delivery, etc). Somehow it automatically showed we had a job for shipping...we do not. I have tried to correct that and just want it to be known....we would love volunteers both here in Rockdale and in Lufkin, but it we are unable to provide any type of compensation. I, Jason Hale, once again, do not receive a livable salary. Unless one can count $6000 year (yes six thousand a Year) as livable. We are looking for more support for our ministry and our current team of 5 (Rockdale) do not get paid and volunteer their time and energy of just doing ministry with out pay.... Hence why our tag line is Doing Real Church in the Real World"! We know God will provide what we need...and He has. This isn't a pitty party for me or my volunteers, but rather we help others who are experiencing a rough patch in their lives.
Once again we would love the opportunity to come and present our mission to anyone that is wanting to know more and possibly joing us in financial support.

Second, today, 13 gathered to worship, pray, remembering our Lord Jesus' sacrifice. We discussed Galatians 5:12 in light of the questions we have mentioned in previous posts. After our time up praising our God, we dined on hot dogs and all the trimmings. Sauerkraut dogs, chili dogs, plain, etc were available for those attending in person. We deliver approximately 15-17 meals every week. This is a great part of our ministry that reaches out to those who have been forgotten by many. We also pray for those that desire a prayer each week. I am thankful for Billy and Celeste for doing this every Sunday.

Pray for us and we would love to tell you more of how we are....

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The last few days in Lufkin…

Hollinger here letting you know that I was finally able to have a conversation or two with those we serve. It can take a few times to earn trust with some, but there are also those who simply are starved for community and the conversations that come with it. One gentleman told me he likes to “spit some Gospel rhymes” all the time and everywhere he goes. He also received a donated Street Ministries 25:40 shirt. He noticed mine and wanted to know how he can get one. I reached for one and he asked me how much they cost. I handed one to him and said that he should simply receive the blessing. So maybe he’ll spit those rhymes while sporting a new shirt. I also invited a few that I met to our Celebrate Recovery that takes place in the Lufkin Enrichment Center from 6-8 on Sunday nights. Which for tonight, starts in about 10 minutes.

So pray as we launch into new efforts here in Lufkin. Pray and keep…

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