Friday, 02 July 2010 10:17
We all know these words, "We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal...". Most of you can probably complete that sentence in your sleep. It's the foundation of our nations entire political structure. It means that whether you are the CEO of a fortune 500 company or sleeping on a street corner, every man, woman, and child is equal. It means that we all have the same inalienable rights - life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. It means that, no matter who you are, you deserve, no, have the right, to pursue life and happiness free from persecution.
At Loaves & Fishes we treat everyone equal. Every man, woman, and child, no matter what race, no matter what age, no matter what background - everyone is treated as a human being should be, with respect, dignity, and compassion. No one is turned away. In fact in the month of June, we served over 15,000 hot healthy meals - that's 400-700 per day!
This fourth of July, when I'm barbecuing and watching the "Rockets Red Glare" or the parade floats go by, I'm going to enjoy myself and my family. And I'm going to offer up a silent prayer because I live somewhere where come Tuesday morning I can come to Loaves & Fishes, feed the hungry, shelter the homeless, and serve the poor. You can too.
