More about giving...

A good-sized crowd gathered at Kyle and Judy Mason's home on Friday night, November 16, 2012,  to assemble the Thanksgiving baskets and then deliver them.  Tiffany Miranda did a spectacular job of making sure all the food arrived at the right place and the right time.  It was a team effort assembling the baskets, which went together beautifully.  Thanks to all who donated food, attended the basket-assembly party and helped deliver the baskets.

I read this story from Gary Pendleton on Sunday to the Ocheltree Shepherding Group, but thought you might like to see it and share it:

"Hi Carolyn, Grace asked me to give you our experience last night giving the Thanksgiving basket.

The family was Michael Limon, brother of Ray, the janitor at church.  Michael's mother, along with his wife and children live in a trailer.  No jobs and very needy.  They were very openly moved by receiving the gift.  We prayed over the family and thanked God for His mercy and grace.  Michael was not at home but knew we were coming.  Grace (Pendleton), Robin Button, Tiffany Miranda and myself (Gary Pendleton) were present."--Gary Pendleton

"And I have been a constant example of how you can help those in need by working hard.  You should remember the words of the Lord Jesus: 'It is more blessed to give than to receive.'"

 Acts 20:35 (New Living Translation)

--Posted by Mama O.