No Intended Return

I've mentioned in previous blog posts about a question we ask often in our mission and ministry: "Who is this for?"  In other words, who are we trying to reach with a particular ministry effort?  Another phrase we use less often - although it's the subtext for a lot of what we do - is "no intended return."  ShareFest was founded on the idea that churches in Grand Junction could share the love of Jesus in tangible ways - with no intended return.  We're not trying to get anything out of serving our community; we simply feel that this is what churches are called to do to show the love of Christ.  If people choose to support the ministry of a church or get involved somehow because of ShareFest, that's great - but it's not why we do what we do.

Today, a brilliant inter-generational service project unfolded in our Fellowship Hall.  More than 150 people volunteered nearly 4 hours of their time to help feed hungry children in Haiti, West Africa, and right here in Colorado.  The project was called Kids Against Hunger, and through a dedicated team of leaders and a small capital investment for materials, people of all ages were able to package meals and prepare them to be shipped around the world.  One of our local news stations came by to see what we were up to:

http://www.krextv.com/news/around-the-region/Local-Church-Feeds-Hungry-with-40000-Meals-227606641.html

It's almost absurd to ask what FPC might tangibly receive based on our investment in Kids Against Hunger.  Our "bottom line" is that the Kingdom goes forth.  150 people experienced the powerful work of the Holy Spirit on a beautiful fall afternoon, and 40,000 meals will be shipped across the world.  The intended return for the children and families who enjoy those meals is truly priceless.  A church of "no intended return" is a great place to be.

Thanks to all of you who participated today.  You can learn more about Kids Against Hunger at: kidsagainsthunger.org.

Solo Dei gloria,

Travis

PS - I'm watching Game 2 of the ALCS right now, and Max Sherzer of the Detriot Tigers is making the Boston Red Sox look absolutely silly.  Gotta love October baseball!