When I work with children, I love how much they love me. I enjoy seeing their enthusiasm and knowing that they appreciate my presence by the way they involve me in their play. Working with children has always come naturally to me and it has influenced some major decisions in my life. However, there are a few things I have learned during my time in Dallas that I never thought of … [Read more...] about Learning to Serve Selflessly
Today has been one of those days you are just grateful to be alive. The organizations that we worked with today were so obviously filled with loving people. From the moment I met Pam, the manager of Wheeler Missions Thrift Store, I was inspired. Her attitude was so gracious and positive and I only wish we could have spent more time together. Wheeler Missions is the largest … [Read more...] about Day 4: Love
Indy just keeps getting better! This morning we spent some time at the Indianapolis Museum of Art and it was fantastic! I could easily spend all day there. We enjoyed our lunch at the indoor park before heading over to Outreach. While there, we had a great conversation with Mike about homeless youth. Outreach opens their doors to adolescents age 14-24. This organization is … [Read more...] about Day 3: Resilience
Indianapolis has already exceeded my expectations. In one day I have been sight seeing, heard stories from people very involved in the social issue of homelessness, and spent time with children in a fantastic shelter for families of all kinds. Today our group spent time with the folks from Rebuilding the Wall and the Holy Family Shelter. At Rebuilding the Wall, we got some … [Read more...] about Day 2: Joy
Good evening, everyone! After hours of snacking, playing the alphabet game and taking awkward selfies we have safely arrived in Indianapolis! I am so excited to see what this week holds and I'm happy to be in the company of some very awesome people. Although we haven't spent any time volunteering yet, my heart is already overflowing with joy from the selflessness I have … [Read more...] about Day One: Selflessness