Soon enough I’ll share some thoughts about what I learned by writing a book (surprising lessons, by the way), but for now, I’m coming out of my deep, deep book-writing hole to share something that well may be one of those “” President Bush spoke of three decades ago: (in)courage and Mercy House Global are “linking arms to provide a brighter, dignified future for God’s daughters in need.”
We’re looking for 1,000 women to join (in)courage in partnership with Mercy House Global. ?
Our goal between November 1st and November 16th is for 1,000 women to donate $15 or more to Mercy House to help provide sustainable, dignified jobs for women in poverty around the world. This is one tiny, practical thing we can each do — in Jesus’ name — to make a huge difference in a woman’s life.
If you aren’t familiar with Mercy House Global founded by Kristen Welch, please, please take time to read by one of my oldest blog friends, . You’ll understand why it’s a no-brainer to ask for your support; this is important work making a tangible difference in the lives of those who are impacted.
I’ll have a post up at incourage on Tuesday that tells you a little more about Kristen’s story, but until then I really, really hope you’ll take a few minutes to learn more about the #. The first 1,000 friends who make a minimum $15 donation to this initiative will receive a darling Christmas ornament as a thank you gift, hand-stitched by a beautiful Kenya woman who is part of the Street Hope artisan group. What a lovely token of remembrance. Don’t think you have to wait to put up your Christmas tree to display it, either. To keep Mercy House Global and its important work present in my thoughts, I’ve hung my little ornament on my desk lamp; if I’m not mistaken, my miniature disco ball is casting a thousand points of light in its direction.
This is an , Lovies, it’s time to seize an opportunity! DO let me know if you take part, and regardless, would you consider sharing about # with your friends and family? I’m hoping we’ll shatter that $15,000 goal and need to come up with an alternative thank you gift because so many of you say “yes” to this special cause.
I love this and gladly donated! Educating girls and women and teaching them skills so they can support themselves and their families is very important to me. Thank you for posting about this!
Beth!! Thank you so much :). I’m so glad you let me know, but even more so, that you *wanted* to be a part <3. Every contribution matters!!
Robin! I went to their website for Fair Trade Friday and am buying so many Christmas gifts from them. Every female on my list is getting something amazing from their catalog. I would much rather give money to them than Amazon or some store. Thank you so much!!
<3 That makes me so happy...it's like you're gifting the women in your list through the FTF catalog is a gift to me, too. Which may sound silly except it's true! I love it.