Christ's Church of the Valley (CCV) likes to run short, 250-word stories in each weekend's bulletin to tie in with the sermon or events happening within the church. Here is the short story I wrote recapping a sermon titled "Give Generously" where the pastor concluded the message with a request of church goers to take the shoes off their feet and donate them to others in need. The approximate bulletin count is 6,000 every weekend.
Happy Feet
The homeless, the underprivileged, and the orphans in places like downtown Phoenix, Rocky Point, Mexico, and Bulembu, Africa will have happy feet thanks to your generous donation. A couple weeks back, pastor Don Wilson challenged all church attendees to give up the shoes that you walked into church wearing and place them on the front stage to show a tangible act of generosity. Many of you, in fact almost 4,000 of you, met that challenge and happily offered your footwear.
The bare feet walking around campus was a site to be seen. The “experience” that you created for yourself and your family is worth far more than any gift that can be found under the Christmas tree. And your decision to put others first is a true testimony of your faith.
Church member Wendy Rose said the service impacted her and her 5-year-old daughter Adalyne in an incredible way. “The opportunity to share this experience with my young daughter was life changing. At first Addy didn’t want me to give my shoes away, but then I explained that shoes can be replaced easily and it’s important to share what we have with others who are in need.”
This is just one story of many that have been pouring in. Many of you have been forever changed due to this simple demonstration. Keep it up and remember to ask yourself on a daily basis: What can I give to others to show a simple act of generosity?
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