I Need To Watch What I Say
I look at a human suffering. As soon as I utter the words, “They got what they deserve…” I confess that I know nothing of God’s grace But am speaking for the Evil One.
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An Opportunity To Help the Homeless! Right now!
Anawim Christian Community is a community church for the homeless in the East Portland area. We have the only warehouse for the needy, the only shower for the homeless, and the only weekly free clothing closet in all of East County. Our warehouse is located in our Red Barn,... -
Morning Walk
This morning I journeyed to the parts store again for the fuses and a relay switch. There was something I was forgetting but I couldn’t bring it up to the front burners of my mind. When I got to Stark street I remembered……Breakfast. I hadn’t eaten anything and now my... -
What Is Love?
This brief poem is by James, a recent volunteer to Anawim in St. Johns. Do I have a vested interest in you and you and you over there? I see my reflection in you I put you there I need you so I can see what to do To reach... -
Listening Not Fretting
Jesus and his disciples traveled through a village and a woman named Martha offered them hospitality. Martha’s sister Mary didn’t help Martha at all, but instead sat at Jesus feet as he taught his disciples, listening. Martha, of course, was busy with all the preparations one must make to host... -
Restoration
“Today has been really restorative. “I was driving out to a nursery that is owned by a dear brother in the Lord to purchase some blueberries for his garden. As I drove into the country side the radio Station was starting the noon day Mass and first there was this... -
What Does Anawim Need?
Ongoing donated needs for our ministry: Athletic socks Clothes—all sizes, all kinds, especially men’s clothes Canned food, all kinds, especially meals in a can (beans, soup, meats, ravioli, chili, etc) Toilet paper Coffee, coffee creamer, sugar Cup o Noodles, Ramen, sliced lunch meat, hot dogs, fresh fruit Large quantities of...
