June 2023 Newsletter

Since 1990 Hearts has been motivated by faith. Our mission, inspired by scripture and our existence to this day, is made possible by God.

Over the years, with your generous and faithful support, we’ve been carrying out a calling to not only feed the hungry and care for those in need as we are instructed to do in scripture but to also share God’s word and build relationships with those who may never have experienced His love through the actions of others.

For our staff and volunteers, faith and service are two integral components that often go hand in hand. Faith is a deep-rooted trust and confidence in God and His word. It is a belief system that guides us in our understanding of the world and our place in it. Faith can provide comfort, inspiration, and hope, serving as a foundation for one’s actions.

Hunger is a tangible need in our community. This is a need that we can physically fill through our outreach programs. Through fulfilling this need, the door opens for opportunities to build relationships with community members whom Hearts is serving; often the chronic homeless, poor and those in need. Meeting tangible needs provides a conduit to share why we do what we do and how our work is an extension of God’s love. That is where what some consider a hand out becomes the ultimate hand up. When people witness the love of Jesus and learn that God’s plan for all of us is to prosper and have a better future through Him, it is their start towards taking steps to a better life.

The relationship between faith and service, or work, is often described as interdependent. Faith fuels the motivation and intention behind one’s work. While work validates and authenticates the sincerity of one’s faith. Without work, faith can become stagnant, theoretical, and disconnected from the realities of life. Conversely, without faith, work can lose its purpose and devolve into mere performative actions lacking genuine conviction.

We encourage volunteers to consider using the moments they have with our clients as opportunities to share God’s word with them. This way, faith and service can form a synergy that empowers individuals to lead purposeful lives. All of us can let our faith become a living testament, inspiring others to experience God’s love and take action in bettering their lives.