During this holiday season, we encourage the church to rise to the occasion and be the church. Be the hands and feet of Jesus in this hour. We see the Beast being cruel to God's people right now and refusing their food, housing, etc. This is our time to step up to the plate and help humanity. We are not asking you to riot or to be a part of a social justice endeavor partnering with ecumenical people. We are simply asking you to help and love your neighbors. You have all been prepared for such a time as this. They need to know that Jesus is the answer to their suffering. We can help them find resources, etc.

We went to 2nd Harvest Food Bank and helped in their warehouse. Our country is in dire straights right now with a government refusing to help the poor…let’s step up as the church and volunteer to help or go minister to them. There’s always someone out there that needs our help. Start with your neighbors.

• If you cannot help them with your resources, at least help them by finding resources to help him. Most of you are researchers and can help them find where their help is (ministries, organizations, etc.) Be the hands of Jesus and help your neighbors. Hug and pray for them. Love them in their suffering.

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At least help your neighbors and research to find where they can get help. Resources:

You can find local resources through 211, findhelp.org. For specific needs, you can contact organizations like The Salvation Army. 

General assistance

• 211: Call 211 or visit 211.org to connect with local resources for food, housing, health, and more.

• Findhelp.org: This is an online tool that lets you search for free or reduced-cost programs by zip code for things like food, housing, healthcare, and legal help.

Specialized help

• The Salvation Army: Find immediate assistance and volunteer opportunities through Salvation Army locations for services like food pantries, shelters, and financial assistance.

• National Association of Free & Charitable Clinics (NAFC): Find information on local clinics that provide healthcare to medically underserved populations. 

Be the church. Love them. Touch them. Pray for them. Research for them. Hug them. Be Jesus and leave the judging to God.