Members of our community suffered a tragedy Thursday with the loss of Capri Meadows Apartments. Mr. Fred Rogers said, “When something bad happens, look for the helpers.”
Many talented helpers were found at Life Community Church under the leadership of Pastor Steve Surbaugh. By Thursday evening, most of the displaced tenants had secured food and housing for the night. The Red Cross and Salvation Army had provided necessities, set up cots for people, some of whom had lost all of their possessions in the fire.
A mental health worker trained in crisis counseling was available and a local youth pastor transported people where they needed to go. Life Community Church had been transformed into a haven for the homeless and hurting.
Each one of us comes to God empty handed and in spiritual poverty. In His mercy, God exchanges our sinfulness for His salvation through His Son. The Great Exchange displays God’s grace as He provides all we need and lavishes His temporal and eternal blessings on us. God’s plan for his children include our interactions within a local church. Wells County has a rich, spiritual heritage and several thriving churches where we can serve and fortify our faith. Don’t be spiritually homeless. Let’s go to church this Sunday.
MRS. HOLLY
WITTBRODT
Bluffton
