Because we are so close to the the Gulf, Texas
is blessed to be able to help in very tangible ways. I understand we have
250,000 people in Texas looking for help, money, jobs, a new life. All the major
cities are in crisis mode with such a large influx of people in need. San
Antonio is right in the thick of it.
I'm in contact with a friend who will be
working for the next few months trying to help the families pouring into San
Antonio. Steve works for a children's agency in Houston. He has been assigned to
San Antonio, along with a number of others. It looks like I'll be able to spend
at least one day a week working at the shelters. I'm glad to get a chance to do
some "hands-on" work.
I've received over $700
from rlp readers, which is wonderful! I am fortunate to be your hands and
your arms as we reach out to do good in the world. I called Steve this morning and said,
"I've got money from rlp readers. What do you want me to do with it?"
He's going to call me later today and tell me what the most critical need is in
that moment. I'll jump up, go to the store, and make our delivery.
It turns
out they may be okay with diapers and baby supplies for now. There is a real
need for money to buy bus tickets for people who have family in other parts of
the country who will take them in. They just need a bus ticket to get there. So it looks like the first batch of money you
sent may go to help people get to places where they can stay and rebuild their
lives. We'll see.
God bless you for your generosity!
I'll keep you informed of what you and I are
doing together. I'll post some pictures if I can.
peace,
rlp
