Blog

Stories & insights

Volunteering

Filter

April is Child Abuse Awareness Month

Holy Ground  Have you ever felt like you were standing on holy ground?  Many of us long for an experience that deepens our awareness of God's presence,...
Read More about April is Child Abuse Awareness Month

We do not have have enough mental health workers in Texas

Why Mental Health Awareness Day matters October 10 is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Day. According to the World Health Organization, “The overall objective of World Mental...
Read More about We do not have have enough mental health workers in Texas

A Christian’s call to encouragement

This past Sunday, my pastor taught about how godliness begets godliness. When we live out our faith actively, we are inspiring those around us to do the...
Read More about A Christian’s call to encouragement

Community is a gift

Human beings were not created to live life solo. In the beginning, God observed that “It is not good for man to be alone” (Genesis 2:18). It’s no different today. Life...
Read More about Community is a gift

Clinging to Christ

Have you ever felt like life is racing exceptionally fast and all you can do is hold on tight? This pace of life will inevitably happen to...
Read More about Clinging to Christ

Courage to wait

“Wait for the Lord; be strong, and let your heart take courage; wait for the Lord!” – Psalm 27:14 Waiting is one of the hardest disciplines of...
Read More about Courage to wait

We will not be afraid, though the earth trembles

“God is our refuge and strength, a helper who is always found in times of trouble. Therefore, we will not be afraid though the earth trembles and...
Read More about We will not be afraid, though the earth trembles

Whose opinion matters most?

“For am I now seeking the approval of man, or of God? Or am I trying to please man? If I were still trying to please man,...
Read More about Whose opinion matters most?

Cast your anxiety on God

“Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you.” – 1 Peter 5:7 (NIV) As backpacks fill with fresh pencils and crisp folders, and school...
Read More about Cast your anxiety on God

From volunteer to victory

Divorced and left to care for six children, Reynelda McDonald was working two jobs. When the day was over, she’d find herself alone, praying for one more...
Read More about From volunteer to victory