It's Hot!!!! Not many come to the cafe today. For many of our "regulars" it is too hot to be walking around town.

A young man walks in. He is hot, thirsty, tired and I give him some sweet tea to drink. He walked to Medina from Seville filling out work applications.

He is 19 and no longer lives at home.

He needs to talk and share his frustration. I can sense fear of what is going to happen as he is now on his own. After a sandwich and more ice tea, he looks refreshed and he leaves to resume his hunt for work.

Within the three hours I volunteered at the Cafe, four more young men came in who had been filling out applications in and around town. As each one leaves, I pray that God will help them and supply their needs. I wish I could do something to help them
but all I can do is listen, pour ice tea and pray for them.

What can you do?

 One of the greatest blessings in life is to give.  I enjoy giving presents at any time of the year.  But, what about those who don't know where they will sleep tonight or when they will have another meal.  What can they give?
 Gifts are not always purchased or wrapped.  I have watched our customers come into the Cafe each week and have seen them give many times. They give a smile, a hug, a ride when needed, information, advice, Yes, they give what they can.
 Have you given what you can?  There are many in need.  Can you give a little time to help serve in the Cafe.  Can you provide funds, groceries, baked goods, new Bibles, or just a smile, a hug, a listening ear.  Give according to the abundance with which God has given to you.
 Jesus gave His all for you.  Remember that He loves you with an
everlasting love.

              "What can I give Him
               Poor as I am?
               If I were a shepherd,
               I would give Him a lamb.

               If I were a wise man
               I would do my part.
               But what can I give Him?
               I will give Him my heart."  (Christina Rosetti) Give your heart to Jesus and receive eternal life.   Then, pass His blessings along to others.    Have a Merry Christmas!