SHELTERING WINGS
Writer / Kevin Carr, Communications and Church Relations Officer, Sheltering Wings Photography Provided
WHY?
No n pro f i t G i ves H o pe to Dom est ic Vi olence Vi c t i m s
This is my favorite question to ask people involved with Sheltering Wings, our domestic violence shelter. It’s my favorite because their “why” almost always reveals a “who.” Why do you do what you do? Why are you a volunteer, coach, leader, advocate, donor or mentor? People’s answers reveal the nuances of their character, experiences, strengths and values. Why do you work for, support, volunteer for, or speak highly of Sheltering Wings? Though every answer is unique, most have to do with concern for social justice, a religious calling, or personal experience. Here are real answers I’ve heard recently from my co-workers at Sheltering Wings:
CONCERN FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE “So the next generation of children don’t have to live in the cycle of abuse.”
“Every person has value, brings important contributions to their family and community, and deserves to be safe and feel loved and appreciated. Helping to build community and family cultures toward this end is something I feel very passionate about.” “Because people deserve to be in relationships filled with love, respect and honor.”
RELIGIOUS CALLING
“I felt God calling me to help those in need. If I could just help one person see the life God had intended for them and help them on the path, I would feel like I was doing my part.” “I do this for the crisis calls that never made it in - the ones that I lose sleep praying over and hoping that one day God brings them justice and peace.” “Every time I share a presentation, I pray, ‘God, open the hearts of those who need to hear this today, and let them receive the love you intend for them to have in their life.’ That is my ‘why’.”
OCTOBER 2020
