On the Fourth of July at 3:00PM, we are going to, for the 3rd year in a row, celebrate the fourth of July with our friends who live outdoors.
In Moore Square (click here for a map) in downtown, Raleigh, there will be hot dogs, baked beans, watermelon, lemonade and much more (we hope, anyway). If somebody could bring some guitars, footballs, a wiffle ball and so on, that would be pretty cool too.
Why are we doing this, you ask? Because who you eat with, matters. Jesus believed that with every fiber of his being and his entire public ministry gave testimony to this. When he ate with prostitutes and tax collectors, he was making a statement about who God is. And when we ignore the homeless and poor to eat with folks like us, we make a statement about who we think God is.
Other reasons:
- Because while no doubt you have friends and loved ones to spend the Fourth with, many of the homeless and poor do not. Bring your friends and loved ones with you.
- Because on holidays the soup kitchens are closed, so any free meals usually consist of bag lunches with peanut butter and honey sandwiches. Surely we can do better than that?
- Because when the poor go hungry, it ticks Jesus off.
- Because you need more friends who have less than you do.
- Because you will get to eat with some really cool people.
- Because things like friendship, community, dignity and happiness are important in the Kingdom of God.
If you would like to help, here is a list of things we really need. If you have any questions, or are planning to come out with your family or friends to celebrate with us, please email Melissa at melissa@lovewins.info and let us know.
I LOVE what you guys are doing.Awesome to say the least. I do know that there is a meal, not just sandwiches, served every Sunday at Moore Square. You ask how I’m so sure ? Well, my mother is the one who prepares it. She’s done this for over seven years, but was unable to come last Sunday & probably won’t be able to this Sunday unless we can buy a decent van or suv for her in the next day. We are in desperate need of a vehicle. She could loose her full time job next week if we can’t get transportation. Please be in prayer for this critical need. Without a vehicle, she can’t get to work, can’t pick up food on Saturday to prepare for the homeless & can’t get it to them on Sundays. Thank you & God bless.
I can be contacted at roxannetart@yahoo.com
Me again. We do have a small amount to spend on a vehicle. I don’t have a car either, or we could use mine of course. If a vehicle is donated, we could provide a tax receipt. Thanks.