Sometimes in a conflict two armies get positioned so neither has an advantage. This is not a peace treaty, or even a truce, or even a cessation of hostilities. It is not a stalemate. It is a continuation of hostilities where men and women are continuing to die and be maimed. It is called a war of attrition because each side is losing resources. Without something changing the winner will be the side with the most to lose, so to speak.
Perhaps it is not the best picture to use but there is another war of attrition going on. Every organization that is empowered by volunteers faces it. In the ongoing battle to serve, people who have been faithful, for various reasons, are unable to carry on. On our shift at Barrie Out of the Cold, two members are not back this year because of health struggles. We have recruited two couples to replace them but there are many positions not filled. Sixteen men are needed for various 6 a.m. – 8 a.m. shifts. Check out the needs for this particular organization online.
I was told most volunteer driven organizations are experiencing a slow response to recruiting efforts this year. One of the practices that makes some organizations successful is that they are always recruiting. (That doesn’t mean everyone who applies gets in!) These armies know that sometime, somebody is going to have to stop serving and they will need to replace them. Everyone who oversees a ministry here at Harvest knows this is true. We are always recruiting, and we are looking for you! (Of course, as we learned, we are not looking for volunteers, but slaves of Jesus Christ!)
One of the marks of a true disciple is that they work for Christ. Both inside Harvest and out there, your efforts are needed in a battle worth fighting. Quite honestly, we have an incredible number of people doing double-duty. (Thank you!) How about you? Can I ask you to consider signing on? I would be glad to talk about it if you have questions. It would be great if you leave a comment to tell us where help is needed. Sign on, strengthen resources, bring a change and tip the scale!
Roger
The recording team could use a couple of people willing to be a "slave for Christ'
Posted by: Gregg Anderson | November 25, 2010 at 08:02 PM