Volunteering at The Green Bean

When I think about how Sanctuary is reaching out to our neighborhood the first thought I have is the wonderful creation and ministry of Lisa and Hayden at the Green Bean Coffee House. It is a rare hour that God's love is not shinning through a hot double tall soy latte with room or a gluten free cookie. But the measure we often use for how effective our presence is in the community is a simple question: "If the Bean closed down, would people miss it?"

I answer with a resounding YES! And it gives me shivers to think about how exciting it is to be a part of making the Bean be the Bean. Now, I can't pull an espresso shot to save my life, if you can or would like to learn you should talk to Hayden and Lisa who are looking for a few volunteer shift leaders. But if that's not in your skill set, there are countless other ways to be a part of what is happening, from spending an hour "sitting long and talking much" at the Bean, to leading a special class about a topic you are passionate about, to sharing repair skills or willing hands and time to keep the Bean looking good. There is an opportunity this Veterans Day weekend to do just that. The Bean will be closed on Sunday and Monday to move some plumbing, install a dishwasher, touch up some paint, repair a chair or two, install a few basement lights, and do a little bit of cleaning. Click the calendar link for more information.

posted by Steve-Dave @ 8:58 AM