From the Board President

Recently someone posted a piece on Facebook that had an interesting Huffington Post article someone had written about religion that I found most interesting.

It talked about how what people were most attracted to with a church was seeing that the church was more about living the teachings than just talking about them. They said how many people are turned off over lawsuits regarding forcing the 10 commandments or nativities to be put up at places and that maybe instead of fighting those fights, other things need to be done.

The article talked about a church in Washington State I believe, where the pastor had gone to Africa and saw children orphaned due to the AIDS epidemic and many who had the disease themselves.  His church was small and not growing and was best known in their community for their Christmas program.  He was thinking the problem he had seen was so big that there was nothing he could do.  He was however able to do something and eventually many other organizations and people in the community became involved and that church became known for the mission work and all the good they were doing in a land far away.

I found this piece most inspirational.  First, it shows that no matter how small you may be you can still make a big difference.  I believe that is something our little church can get behind.  Also, showing your love and compassion for others and trying to live a life of giving is seen in a very good light by others and draws them towards you and your works.  That seems to be a lesson good for anyone.

Paul  Bennett

RAK Witnessing

Random Acts of Kindness Week

By our lives and our actions, we can be a witness to others.  Many times our actions speak louder than words.  Remember, strive to be “doers” and not just “hearers.”  Try to live your life so that others see the light of Jesus in your words and actions.

Matthew 5:16

Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.

RAK Listening

Random Acts of Kindness Week

Be of service by listening.  Sometimes you don’t have to say or do anything but just listen.   By listening we can provide comfort and support.  There is great power in a simple hug.

“The most basic of all human needs is the need to understand and be understood. The best way to understand people is to listen to them.” Ralph Nichols

RAK Hospitality

Random Acts of Kindness Week

Be of service in Hospitality… friendly reception and treatment of guests or strangers. After all, isn’t being a good host or hostess another way to be kind? Making others feel comfortable and welcome?  When you show an interest in others, you will brighten their day.  There is always an opportunity to make people feel welcome and ensure that their time spent with you is memorable, whether it be in your home, church or place of business.

A Little Kindness for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day…what a perfect day for a random act of kindness.

Give some Valentine cards anonymously. Remember how much fun it was to give and receive valentines when you were young?  Who says it has to stop when you grow up?  Spread some love!

Surprise someone with some baked goods, who doesn’t love that?!

Perhaps some flowers would be nice!

Don’t let this special day pass you by without doing at least one act of kindness!