On Saturday, individuals from Maryland, Virginia, and North Carolina united for a day of service to benefit the community. Their collective efforts aimed to make a positive impact and bring about change.
As a part of their annual Service Day, Union Church collaborated with various organizations including the American Red Cross, Habitat for Humanity, and the Maryland Food Bank to assist the locals in need.
In the previous year, more than 3,000 volunteers from three different states joined hands with the church to work on 313 projects that had a significant impact on the lives of many people.
As part of this year’s project, we focused on revitalizing our local schools and parks, lending a helping hand at nursing homes and hospitals, and organizing food and blood drives.
According to Stephen Chandler, Senior Pastor of Union Church, Serve Day presents an opportunity for individuals to embody the spirit of Jesus through acts of service within their communities. He emphasizes that the event is open to anyone who desires to make a meaningful impact, regardless of their affiliation with a church. Serve Day enables participants to make a tangible difference, and it is an occasion to be the hands and feet of Jesus.
During the community blood drive in Columbia, WMAR had the opportunity to meet with Angela Broadus, the outreach associate pastor of the church. Broadus expressed that such events serve as a way to bring people together and increase visibility within the community.
Broadus emphasized that the purpose of the day was to guarantee that every member of the community, regardless of their circumstances, feels valued and appreciated by God. This includes individuals who are homeless or residing in senior and elderly care facilities. The support of volunteers is crucial in achieving this goal. “We are grateful for our volunteers who make it possible for us to spread love and kindness,” stated Broadus.
The volunteers we work with embody God’s love and light in every step they take. We have been fortunate to hear countless stories of people who have felt seen and appreciated after spending time with our volunteers. It is rewarding to know that something as simple as playing bingo or providing a meal can make a positive impact on someone’s life.
