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Looking for Volunteers

1/18/2019

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2 Corinthians 9:12 - This service that you perform is not only supplying the needs of the Lord’s people but is also overflowing in many expressions of thanks to God.
You haven’t worked in years. You know that it’s because of your disability, but you still miss interactions with coworkers. Besides, no one would hire you because you are sick most of the time, right? But how about taking a look at things from a new angle?
 
Volunteer.
 
There are many opportunities in communities across the country waiting for people to give up a few hours a week to contribute. You could do that. And you’d get that interaction you miss.
 
Here are some ideas:
 
  1. Try your local library. There are always books to put back on the shelves or book binding.
  2. Try your local thrift store. There are some perks to helping out. You receive a discount on purchasing items they sell, and in many cases volunteers get to look at the merchandize as it comes in and pick out what they want.
  3. Here’s one more – Volunteer at your local hospital. They are always looking for people who can visit those who have no visitors, or bring them books or newspapers to read.
 
Take a look at some other volunteer opportunities on moneycrashers.com in their article, “12 Ways to Volunteer Your Time and Give Back to the Community,” such as volunteering at a local school, organizing a yard sale for charity and becoming a docent at a local museum or theater.
 
And as you volunteer, God will give you the strength you need to do so a few hours a week. He knows that just getting out of the house and being around people can help you feel better. Also, as you serve others through volunteering, it’s also a way to express your thanks to God for all he’s done for you.
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    Karen Dalske is a freelance writer, public speaker, is active in her church and writes her blogs out of her own experiences of pain, illness and loss.

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