HUMAN CARE'S VALENTINE MINISTRIES

Love is God's gift to us...He asks us to pass it on to others. Here are some ways to do that:

A MESSAGE OF LOVE - You can give a Valentine to someone in our "church family." Simply go to the big red heart in the Commons; write a brief message of caring or appreciation to anyone, then drop it in the Valentine box. HCM will send it for you. You will give them a very special feeling...love! It's free. It's easy. It's heavenly!

LOVE FOR THE HOMELESS - The people in 'tent city' are probably who Christ would call "the least of our brethren." You can pass on God's love to these people by giving: used blankets/sleeping bags, tarps or tents, duct tape, lanterns/flashlights/batteries (they have no electricity), hand or feet warmers, hand sanitizers (they have no running water), hammers/nails/screw drivers/screws. Be assured they are just like us--only colder and wetter. Please pick up more detailed info at the big red heart.

LOVE FOR REFUGEES who are brought here by our government because their life is in danger due to religious/political beliefs. Lutheran Refugee Services has 25 refugees arriving NOW. They have endured much and arrive with nothing. They need love and can make use of: used twin beds, bedding, pans, dishes, utensils, tables and chairs. Bring small items to the Commons Mission Box or call Mary Anne, 932-5054, for pick-up of large items.

LOVE WITH FOOD for the two local food banks. Why? (1) Christ asked us to help feed the hungry. (2) The food banks have increased food requests during the winter when higher heating bills leave less money for food. (3) The Food Banks recently lost 20% of their income due to state and federal budget cuts. Love and help is needed. You can bring food gifts to the table by the big red heart all of February. Or, if God moves your heart to give $ for the food banks, you can place it there (checks can be made out to Hope, designate for food banks). Please read insert for more info.

VALENTINE VISITS - Gift bags are in the Commons for people to give on visits with our "loved" seniors. Thanks to each visitor, to all who provided cookies or candy, and to Hope kids for making Valentines. You are passing on God's love.
How exciting to have love that flows from God… to you… to others!

LIVING IS GIVING - “Happiness adds and multiplies as we share it with others.”