A few weeks ago there was a huge JustServe service project in the Frankfurt wards. Hundreds of people came to help assemble care packages from donated items that would be delivered to those in need during Christmas. Two hundred of those gifts were given to 2 care centers in Offenbach, the town where we attend church each week.
John and I spent several hours today taking those 200 gifts to 200 elderly folks. We went room to room, visiting with these dear people who were so happy to be remembered. It was a heart-warming day.
It was again a reminder that we all have our turn on earth, and we do not get to decide how long we will stay here. One year ago I had cancer and was waiting for surgery to remove it from my breast. Every day I am grateful that I’ve been given more time here with those I love.
I am also grateful for my hands and my mind and for the words that come out of them. I wonder which of the two will outlive the other. I hope I can hang on to both for awhile.
Our Frankfurt Germany Mission 