Volunteering at World Vision

Over the last few months MLUPC youth ministry has been volunteering at the World Vision Pittsburgh warehouse in Sewickley, Pennsylvania. I love to work with this ministry because it gives local students a chance to give of their time as well as seeing all of the different places that the boxes and pallets they load go to other countries in need and domestically to those in need like those impacted by severe weather, flooding, tornadoes, etc. There are generally other groups that volunteer while we are here. Over the last few times we have sorted flip flops, donations of big store brand crocs, Steelers Super Bowl 45 Champion t-shirts that were never realized (still stings doesn't it?), book donations and balancing pallet orders to be shipped out. The picture above shows groups who have volunteered and its often updated with new photos of groups. I believe students learn more and remember serving at places like World Vision than they do at say Sunday school or youth group because they are giving of the time and energy to serving, seeing that their efforts are making a difference right now. Service in general is a catalyst for their faith to bloom into something bigger than themselves. To be the hands and feet of Jesus inspires students to be part of this Story. My hope is to continue taking students to this great ministry during the school year. Here are a few photos from our time at the warehouse at World Vision Pittsburgh.