In anticipation of September, 2008, we are requesting suggestions and comments for activities that can be focused on OTHERS rather than on ourselves to improve the quality of life in our neighborhoods, in our communities, in our cities, in our states, and in the world. We are interested in creating a National Others Awareness Month for each September starting in 2008.
In one of the many books on the market that focuses on volunteering, "101 Ways You Can Improve the World and Your Life by Douglas M. Lawson, Ph.D." has many reasons why we should start to be unselfish and to be aware of the needs of OTHERS in our midst. Here are a few words of wisdom on the subject and their sources:
"To be a good volunteer takes faith and then the willingness to act on that faith. We must have faith in people, in ourselves, in the spiritual resources that exist in each person." Arthur B. Langlie
"These are indeed grave times, difficult times, complex times, for your institution. But there have never been more opportunities. And there are never been a more exciting time to be a volunteer for a good cause." Jerold Panas
"Wealth, position, fame, and even elusive happiness will be mine, eventually, if I determine to render more and better service, each day, than I am being paid to render." Og Mandino
"Everybody can be great because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verbs agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love."
Martin Luther King, Jr.
"The be-all and end-all of life should not be to get rich, but to enrich the world."
B. C. Forbes
"The spirit of voluntarism and generous individual giving must continue to be the special virtue we exhibit. In that spirit will be found life's finest experiences." Winfield C. Dunn
"The size of the gift to an institution is not important. No gift is important, no matter how large, unless it means something to the one who gives it."
R. Blair Schreyer
"Volunteering can be an exciting, growing, enjoyable experience. It is truly gratifying to serve a cause, practice one's ideals, work with people, solve problems, see benefits, and know one had a hand in them." Harriet Naylor
The preceding words of wisdom are a few of the many cited in Douglas M. Lawson's book on "Volunteering." If you have other sources that you would like to suggest, we are open to be inclusive and to be open to those suggestions. Remember that the theme of National Others Awareness Month, September 2008, is the axiom: DO TO OTHERS AS YOU WOULD HAVE THEM DO TO YOU. In effect you are assisting OTHERS in their Ladder of Achievement Successes and Challenges by your concern for the welfare of OTHERS without any thought of return. Giving of your time, talents, and treasures to improve the quality of life of OTHERS means that your quality of life is enhanced by your LOVE GIVING!
In one of the many books on the market that focuses on volunteering, "101 Ways You Can Improve the World and Your Life by Douglas M. Lawson, Ph.D." has many reasons why we should start to be unselfish and to be aware of the needs of OTHERS in our midst. Here are a few words of wisdom on the subject and their sources:
"To be a good volunteer takes faith and then the willingness to act on that faith. We must have faith in people, in ourselves, in the spiritual resources that exist in each person." Arthur B. Langlie
"These are indeed grave times, difficult times, complex times, for your institution. But there have never been more opportunities. And there are never been a more exciting time to be a volunteer for a good cause." Jerold Panas
"Wealth, position, fame, and even elusive happiness will be mine, eventually, if I determine to render more and better service, each day, than I am being paid to render." Og Mandino
"Everybody can be great because anybody can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't have to make your subject and verbs agree to serve. You only need a heart full of grace, a soul generated by love."
Martin Luther King, Jr.
"The be-all and end-all of life should not be to get rich, but to enrich the world."
B. C. Forbes
"The spirit of voluntarism and generous individual giving must continue to be the special virtue we exhibit. In that spirit will be found life's finest experiences." Winfield C. Dunn
"The size of the gift to an institution is not important. No gift is important, no matter how large, unless it means something to the one who gives it."
R. Blair Schreyer
"Volunteering can be an exciting, growing, enjoyable experience. It is truly gratifying to serve a cause, practice one's ideals, work with people, solve problems, see benefits, and know one had a hand in them." Harriet Naylor
The preceding words of wisdom are a few of the many cited in Douglas M. Lawson's book on "Volunteering." If you have other sources that you would like to suggest, we are open to be inclusive and to be open to those suggestions. Remember that the theme of National Others Awareness Month, September 2008, is the axiom: DO TO OTHERS AS YOU WOULD HAVE THEM DO TO YOU. In effect you are assisting OTHERS in their Ladder of Achievement Successes and Challenges by your concern for the welfare of OTHERS without any thought of return. Giving of your time, talents, and treasures to improve the quality of life of OTHERS means that your quality of life is enhanced by your LOVE GIVING!
2 comments:
Mr. Hillen, I think this is a wonderful idea and something I've had on my heart lately. I would like to see more community activity in the Tommytown area, especially people bringing the gospel to the community. I don't know what's already being done but I know I'd like to see more.
Blessings,
Michelle
Thank you, Michelle, for your positive comment. Tommytown is getting the assistance of about four churches that I am aware. However, there are many individuals who are wary of outsiders because of a trust issue. Much of the spiritual assistance has been through Farmworkers' Self Help and other private groups. Many social challenges still need to be addressed to have a peaceful and wholesome community. Poverty and Literacy challenges can be resolved in a very positive way for those who are open and willing to accept help.
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