Phil Snider and Emily Bowen have laid down a challenge for us all:
When we consider people who have changed the world, we often think about those whose names history easily recalls: People like Mother Teresa, Martin Luther King Jr., Mahatma Gandhi, etc. All of them are inspirational figures, but the changes they were part of never would have been possible without the vast number of dedicated people who came alongside of them to offer their time and talents to the tasks at hand. Likewise, the most significant actions that take place in our world are usually done by those whose names history will never recall: those who quietly hand out groceries at Crosslines; those who diligently prepare food at the Kitchen; those who ride their bikes to work or school in order to care for the environment.
God needs you (yes, you) to change the world. In this spirit, we encourage each participant at Brentwood to consider where God is leading you to serve. Brentwood is blessed with members and participants who generously give their time, money and energy to others in so many ways. Our church financially supports several organizations that have well-developed volunteer programs. If you are not already connected with one of these ministries, we challenge you to respond to the Every Participant Challenge in order to add your partnership to at least one of these vital ministries.
