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Monday, August 29, 2011

Quench Our Thirst

In June was the month of the Summer Solstice. And the Summer Solstice means that the days begin growing shorter and the evenings longer. But cool weather is still a long way off. A typical summer high for my area of San Luis Obispo, California can be as high as 102 degrees. That’s awfully hot!

One important lesson I learned while being homeless was the need to remain hydrated – particularly during the summer season. I’d become dehydrated on a couple of occasions and then had to deal with the consequences – which believe it or not, can last for several days afterward.

Once the human body dehydrates it can take a while for it to become sufficiently re-hydrated again. It isn’t as though you can just drink a few glasses of water and everything goes back to normal. That’s not the way it works. Because dehydration occurs at the cellular level, it can take some time for the body’s cells to reacquire the fluids they’ve lost. In some extreme instances, dehydration requires hospitalization and fluid replenishment by way of IV.

One of the disadvantages that so many homeless in our nation face – especially during the summer – is the lack of access to drinking water. Subsequently, most homeless persons actually spend most of the summer months in a constant state of partial dehydration.

Most of us, when we feel thirsty, can simply walk over to the kitchen sink, turn on the tap and fill a glass with water. During the day, as we go about our business, we can always stop somewhere and buy ourselves a bottle of water. At work, we can go to the water dispenser or water fountain and "quench our thirst." The homeless, however, do not have those options.

It’s true that there are numerous public buildings where a homeless person can find a water fountain, and yes, there are even public parks. And, of course, the homeless can get water at the homeless shelters or other homeless support services agencies. But access to those facilities is still limited. Homeless shelters generally aren’t accessible until after a certain time in the evening. Public buildings are only open during business hours.

Most of us have, at one time or another, seen a homeless person sitting in the shade somewhere during the summer months. But how often do we stop to think about whether that person may be thirsty? How often do we offer to buy them a bottle of water? In the long run, it is less costly to buy a bottle of water for a homeless person than it is to be hit up for homeless ER bills that ultimately get written off by a hospital and are passed on to taxpayers.

It’s an inexpensive price to pay to do the right thing!

Excerpt from http://slohomeless.wordpress.com - one man's insights into the ups and downs of homelessness.
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Sunday, August 28, 2011

In the Words of Jesus and Paul

Jesus said it . . .

"For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you invited me in, I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me." ~Mathew 25:35-36

Paul confirmed it . . .

“Love never fails.”” ~1 Corinthians 13:12
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011

The Roar of the Crowd

The Paris 2011 Homeless World Cup takes place from 21-28 August 2011 at the Champs de Mars, Paris, France. 64 National Football Teams, (including the U.S.) comprising homeless and socially marginalized players from across the world will unite for seven days of gritty, fast paced street soccer.

For the players taking part the tournament represents an unlikely opportunity to achieve a dream shared by millions; to wear their national colors with pride, represent their country on the pitch and enjoy the admiration of the crowd. Players who previously lived on the outskirts of society find acceptance, understanding and the courage to re-evaluate their lives.

The vast majority of participants go on to rebuild relationships with family and friends, overcome addictions and find accommodation, education and employment. Some have even become professional coaches and players.

The year’s tournament is supported by legendary Arsenal FC manager Arsène Wenger and ex-France international footballers Lilian Thuram and Emmanuelle Petit, both World Cup winners.

Since the first Homeless World Cup first took place in Graz, Austria in 2003 research has consistently demonstrated that over 70% players change their lives after participating in the tournament.

As the Homeless World Cup annual tournament approaches its tenth year it continues to influence spectators, media and governments to change their opinions and approaches toward the issue of homelessness. To date more than 70 grass roots football programs have been triggered worldwide.

Mel Young, President and co-Founder of the Homeless World Cup said: “The Homeless World Cup exists to end homelessness. The impact of this competition is profound. It has engaged over 100,000 homeless people since it started with participants changing their lives for the better.

“The Paris 2011 Homeless World Cup is an opportunity for homeless people to move from being invisible to stand proud on a global stage, and to be true ambassadors for their country.”
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Monday, August 22, 2011

Homeless Encounters of the Heavenly Kind

Interestingly, the weekend was filled with homeless encounters of the heavenly kind! On Saturday, our team was in front of Macy’s gaining $5 donations for the homeless in exchange for a Macy’s fundraising program booklet called, “Shop for a Cause.” In the hustle and bustle of busy shopper lives, all totaled, after talking to 100s of people and 100s of rejections, we received seven $5 donations from our team of four canvassing at two doors. In spite of all of the negativity and cold reception, “Rosemary” is one giver who will remain etched in our memories forever.

As she approached from the parking lot, we said, “Maam, would you like to donate $5 to help the homeless and then receive a passport to shop at Macy’s all day, Shop for a Cause and get 25 percent off everything?” She replied, “My name is Rosemary and I was nearly homeless at one time. I volunteer at a center that helps those with addictions. I would be happy to help out.” Next, she opened her purse and dumped out the last money she had in change. She said, “I don’t have any money, but I have a bunch of coins, it was going to be my laundry money. Here take it and use it for the homeless.”

Immediately we recognized her as the woman in Jesus’ story, you know the woman who in her poverty gave her last penny. Rosemary gave $5 in laundry quarters and her last nickels and pennies in the purse, totaling over five dollars in coins. We could only imagine how God smiled and saw the great heart of compassion modeled after his son.

On Sunday, after walking out of the front door of a grocery store, a petite, quite short and elderly woman approached asking for gas money. “Where is your car maam? Let’s go and get some gas.” I replied. After driving a couple of blocks to the Circle K, her late model and battered car barely made it to the station. As we pumped the gas a thought came to mind. “Maam, let’s offer this tank of gas for Ryan. He was 19 when he died last year of a lethal alcohol and drug mix-up at a friend’s house.” She was touched. After the gas was pumped she inquired, “I am so grateful! What can I do for you?” I replied, “How about praying for Ryan? He needs our prayers.” She agreed. We walked over to the Servants of the Father of Mercy car and loaded her up with many rosaries and Divine Mercy prayers cards for her and her family. Her sister is on life support in LA and she herself lives out of the car, sleeping on side streets each night.
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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Home is not Simply Four Walls and a Roof

Going faster and faster is the sickness of our time, isn't it? Nowadays it's easy to miss the present and live in the future. Thus, one can be blind to the poor and the broken. But just as easily, one can become blind to a suffering sibling, a hurting parent or even a sick child. For many, a house is no longer a home. As a result, it can be said that many Americans are homeless in the most obsessed, compulsive, unusual and subtle of ways. Home is not simply four walls and a roof. So what makes a home . . .

"By the time a child comes to the age of reason, “home” with all its order, happiness and beauty, means just one thing to him: certainty. In this respect home is to him precisely what God is to him. It is safe and certain and permanent, not simply because it is a house with four walls and a roof, but because it is built on the rock of love, his parent's love for God, and for one another, and for him." Caryll Houselander

The Shelter of the Lord

He who dwells in the shelter of the Lord will abide in the shadow of the Almighty. I will say to the Lord, "My refuge and my fortress, My God, in whom I trust!" For it is He who delivers you from the snare of the trapper and from deadly pestilence. He will cover you with His pinions, and under His wings you may seek refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart. You will not be afraid of the terror by night, or of the arrow that flies by day; of the pestilence that stalks in darkness, or of the destruction that lays waste at noon. A thousand may fall at your side and ten thousand at your right hand, but it shall not approach you. You will only look on with your eyes and see the compensation of the wicked. For you have made the Lord, your refuge, even the Most High, your dwelling place. No evil will befall you, nor will any plague come near your tent. For He will give His angels charge concerning you, to guard you in all your ways. They will bear you up in their hands, that you do not strike your foot against a stone. You will tread upon the lion and cobra, the young lion and the serpent you will trample down. "Because he has loved Me, therefore I will deliver him; I will set him securely on high, because he has known My name. "He will call upon Me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble; I will rescue him and honor him. "With a long life I will satisfy him and let him see My salvation." Psalm 91
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Monday, August 15, 2011

What is the right amount of "stuff"?

I am generally repulsed by the teaching of the so-called “prosperity gospel” which is the other of the two extremes. I have always wondered how people in very poor countries felt when they see satellite broadcasts of preachers telling them that if they aren’t wealthy then they have too much sin in their lives; if they were truly following God they would be leading a lavish lifestyle. I find no basis in Scripture for this teaching, and in fact find Jesus teaching a message that is exactly the opposite. Jesus said, “Blessed are the poor”. He commanded a rich young man to sell all of his possessions. When Christ called the twelve disciples to follow Him, He required that they leave everything behind. The Bible does not teach a gospel of prosperity but rather of earthly poverty that will be exchanged for heavenly glory. Don’t get caught in the trap of the “health and wealth” preachers. I’m not certain of their motivation, but I am certain of the devastation of their false doctrine.

As I have said before, I have no corner on the truth but I will share what I believe is the proper balance in answer to the question of, “How much is enough?” I believe if we will live humbly before God and seek to live a life that is patterned after His that we will be able to discern what the right amount of “stuff” is for us to own on this planet. We are called to care for the needs of those in poverty, to feed the hungry and give water to the thirsty. If we will make these things the top priority for the money with which we are entrusted, I think the rest will take care of itself. We should live a simple lifestyle so that we can free up as many resources as possible to devote caring for those around us. As God blesses us with more and more, it is our duty as His servants to take that money and use it in His service, for His glory. We should always think of the needs of another before our own. I see no issue with taking care of our needs; it’s when we cross from “need” to “want” that we must be on guard as to how we spend the money we have been given. (Excerpted from “Even if I Walk Alone”: http://www.evenifiwalkalone.com)
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Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Making us Conscious of our Unworthiness

By Saint John Vianney

If we have frequently the misfortune to be caught in the snares of the devil, we must look for the cause of this misfortune in the fact, that we rely too much on our own principles and ideas, and too little on our dear Lord. This is only too true. So long as nothing goes against us, so long as all our wishes are fulfilled, so long we are inclined to believe that nothing could cause us to fall; but we forget our own nothingness and our miserable weakness; we make the most fervent promises, and say that we would rather die than fall into temptation. An excellent example of this fact is furnished us by St. Peter, who said to our Lord: "Though all men shall be scandalized in Thee, I shall never be scandalized." To show how insignificant a being man is when he relies upon himself alone, the Lord did not use as a medium a king or prince, but merely the voice of a servant-maid. One moment St. Peter was willing to give his life for the Lord, and the next he denied all knowledge of Him; yes, was even willing to swear to it.

O my Lord, what are we not capable of when left to ourselves! There are people who, according to what they say, seem to envy the saints, who took such heavy penances upon themselves. These same people think that it would be easy to do as much as these saints. When they read the life of a martyr, they say that they would be willing to suffer as much for the honor and glory of our dear Lord. What is the suffering of a moment, they say, in view of the eternal reward!

Now, what does God do to bring us to a knowledge of ourselves, to make us conscious of our unworthiness? He allows the devil to approach us. Look at that Christian, who envied those saints who were living on roots and herbs, and who made the heroic resolution to chastise his body with the same hardships; but, lo! a slight headache, the prick of a needle, causes him to break out in loud lamentations. Here he was ready to undergo all the penances the anchorites inflicted upon themselves, and there he is in despair over a little mishap. Look at that other one, who wishes to appear to be willing to devote his whole life to the service of God, no matter what torments he might have to encounter. And, behold, a calumny, a slander, yea, even only a cold reception or a slight wrong with which he meets, brings forth in his heart such a feeling of hatred of revenge and of dislike that he will not even look at his neighbor, and tries in every possible way to demonstrate what is uppermost in his heart. O my brethren, how little are we, and how wrong it is for us to rely upon our fine resolutions!

You see, then, my friends, that temptation is necessary to convince our mind of our unworthiness, and to prevent pride from becoming master over us. Now, you may think that the people who are the most tempted, are the drunkards, the slanderers, the unchaste, who wallow in the mire of their shame, or perhaps the misers. No, my brethren, these are not the people who are tempted the most. On the contrary, the devil may even try to restrain them, for fear that they may not live long enough to do evil and help cast souls into hell by their bad example. St. Augustine teaches us that the devil does not tempt such people particularly: he rather despises and neglects them.

But, you will say, who is it that is most tempted? I will tell you, and please give me your whole attention. It is those who are willing, with the grace of God, to. sacrifice everything for their poor soul, who are willing to renounce all those things which are generally striven for with great eagerness in this world. It is not only one devil who tempts them, but there are millions of them who try to ensnare them.

The first temptation, my brethren, which the devil prepares for those who have begun to be more zealous in the service of God, is the fear of man. They are afraid to show themselves. They shun those persons whose society they formerly frequented. If they are told that they have changed very much, they are ashamed! The question, "What will be said of me?" haunts them so, that they have no more courage to do good before the world. If the devil is unable to win them over through the fear of man, he excites in them extraordinary scruples. They are afraid that their confessions were not good; that their confessor does not understand them; that they are working in vain; that they will be lost anyhow; that they would gain just as much if they did not take any trouble.

Why, my brethren, is a person not tempted as long as he lives in sin and never thinks of his soul's salvation, while, on the other hand, as soon as he changes his life, that is to say, as soon as he desires to give himself to God, hell is let loose upon him? Listen to St. Augustine: "This is the behavior of the devil toward a sinner: He acts like a jailer who has several prisoners shut up in his prison. He leaves them quietly alone, because he has the key in his pocket, and he is convinced that they can not break out. This is his behavior toward a sinner who does not think of leaving his sins: He does not trouble himself to tempt them. He would consider it as so much lost time; because he not only does not dream of letting them go, but he loads them with more chains. It would be so unnecessary to tempt them, he lets them live in peace, if one in mortal sin can have any peace. He hides their condition from them as much as possible until their death; but then presents to them the most frightful image of their life, so as to throw them into despair. But a person who has decided to change his way of living, and to give himself to God, that is quite another matter." While St. Augustine lived in the state of sin, he hardly knew what it was to be tempted. He thought he was in peace, as he relates of himself; but, from the moment that he wanted to turn his back upon the devil, he had to struggle with the devil until he nearly lost his breath; and this continued for five years. He shed the bitterest tears, and performed the most severe penances. "I struggled with him," he says, "in my imprisonment. At one moment I thought I was victorious; the next day I was defeated. This cruel and stubborn fight lasted five years. Then," he says, "God gave me the grace to triumph over my enemy."

These, my brethren, are the struggles which God permits His saints to undergo. Ah, my brethren, how much are we to be pitied when we are not violently tempted by the devil! According to all appearances, we are friends of the devil. He lets us live in a false peace. He lets us slumber under the pretense that we have accomplished so much good, that we have given alms, and that we have practised less wickedness than others. In fact, my brethren, ask any frequenter of the saloons if the devil tempts him. He will answer simply: "No; he does not bother me in the least." Ask the vain girl what struggles she has? She will tell you smilingly that she has none; that she does not know what it is to be tempted. You see, then, my brethren, this is the worst of all temptations: Not to be tempted; that is the state of the soul which the devil has prepared for hell. If I might say so, he is careful not to tempt them for fear of recalling their past life and causing them to think of their sins.

I said just now, my brethren, that it is the greatest misfortune for a Christian not to be tempted, for we have good reasons for believing that the devil looks upon him as his own property, and that he awaits only the moment of his death to plunge him into hell. Nothing is easier of comprehension. Look at a Christian who works ever so little for the salvation of his soul. Everything that surrounds him incites him to evil. He can not even open his eyes sometimes without being tempted, in spite of all his prayers and works of penance. And an old sinner, who has perhaps been wallowing in sin for twenty years, will tell you that he is not tempted. Well, so much the worse for you, my friend, so much the worse! That fact alone ought to make you pause, that you do not know what it is to be tempted; for to say that you are not tempted is as good as to say there is no longer a devil, or he has lost his power over Christians. "If you have no temptations," says St. Gregory, "then the devil is your friend, your guide, and your shepherd. If he now permits your life to flow on in peace, he will at the end of your life draw you down into the abyss." St. Augustine says that the greatest of all temptations is not to be tempted; for such a one is abandoned by God, and delivered over to his passions, and will be lost.

I have said that temptation is necessary for us, to preserve us in humility and distrust of self, and to oblige us to take refuge with God. We read in history that a Superior said to a hermit who was violently tempted by the devil, "My friend, do you wish me to ask God to deliver you from these temptations?" "No, Father," answered the hermit; "for they have the effect of keeping me continually in the presence of God, because it constantly necessitates my taking refuge with God, that He may stand by me in my struggles." Meantime, my brethren, we can say that it is one of the surest signs that we are on the path to heaven, if we are tempted, no matter how humiliating the temptation may be. There remains only one thing for us to do, and that is to fight courageously, for temptation is the time of harvest, as the following example will prove. We read in the lives of the saints that a certain saint was so troubled by the devil during a long term of years that she looked upon herself as lost. God appeared to her for her consolation, and disclosed to her that she had gained more in these particular years than at any other time in her life. St. Augustine teaches that everything which we do without overcoming temptation is of very little value. Instead of being discouraged, therefore, we must, on the contrary, thank Almighty God, and fight courageously, because we are sure of the victory, and because we are certain that God will not give way to the devil, and that He will prepare for us the crown of glory which I wish you all. Amen.
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Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Everyone Needs a Savior

“Being unwanted, unloved, uncared for, forgotten by everybody, I think that is a much greater hunger, a much greater poverty than the person who has nothing to eat. We must find each other.” Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta


“Therefore he is able, once and forever, to save those who come to God through him. He lives forever to intercede with God on their behalf.” Hebrews 7:25
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Friday, August 5, 2011

Sleep Out To End Homelessness

Beach locals are invited to “Sleep Out To End Homelessness” in Venice Beach, California on August 6th, 2011, pulling an all-nighter from 7:30pm—7: 30am. Organizers planned the event in order to show support for their homeless neighbors, demand an end to the criminalization of homeless people and to advocate for positive solutions to end homelessness.

The evening begins at 7:30pm with a short program that includes words from: Paule Cruz Takash, President of the Los Angeles Human Relations Commission, Suzanne Verdal, conceptual artist and inspiration for Leonard Cohen’s “Suzanne”, Pastor Horace Allen, 1st Baptist Church of Venice, Carol Sobel, civil rights attorney and Vice-President National Lawyers Guild and Stephen Longfellow Fiske, folk singer.

After the program, the temporary homeless (encouraged to bring sleeping bags) are treated to an evening of entertainment including folk singing, poetry, dramatic readings, skits and a full length movie. Rest room facilities are made available all night as well as snacks and pastries and coffee served on Sunday morning at 7:30 a.m.

The Sleep Out is sponsored by a group called Community Unity: Beyond Baroque, Church In Ocean Park, Common Ground, Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services, First Baptist Church of Venice, Holiday Venice Tenant Action Committee, Latino Resources Organization, Lincoln Place Tenants Association, Mildred Cursh Foundation, Neighborhood Youth Association, Peace with Justice Pantry, POWER, Reach for the Top, SPARC, Spirit of Venice, St. Joseph Center, Stand Up For Kids, Tech Team, The Free Venice Beachhead, Venice 2000, Venice Action Alliance, Venice Arts Council, Venice Community Housing Corporation, Venice Community Coalition, Venice Family Clinic, Venice Neighborhood Action Coalition, Venice Town Council, Westside Center for Independent Living.
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Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Escaping the Hardship of the Desert

"Just as, when a person with a burning thirst is very dry and has been parched for a long time, to happen upon a fountain of cold water is a very happy and most welcome occurrence, so too, since we are overwhelmed by sadness and weighed down by the burden of numerous tribulations, the refrain of the Prophet’s song today rouses us to joy. Come, it says, let us rejoice in the Lord.

"Come where? Or from where? From yourself, man, into yourself, where not a change of location, but a conversion of your attitudes casts out adversity, puts sadness to flight, dispels despair, drives away distress, and within the residence of a sincere heart prepares an eternal dwelling of divine gladness.

"Then, what has become of: Blessed are those who mourn [Matthew 5:4] and woe to you who laugh? [Luke 6: 25]. Clearly, blessed are those who mourn in the world, and woe to those who laugh in the world, but blessed are those who rejoice in the Lord, and who gain no happiness from robbery, from deceit, or from the tears of their neighbors.

"Come, let us rejoice in the Lord. The one who by word, action or deed rejoices not in himself but in his Creator rejoices in the Lord.

"Come, let us rejoice in the Lord. The one for whom God is always his only and complete happiness rejoices in the Lord."

Saint Peter Chrysologus, “Sermon 46: On the Ninety-fourth Psalm”
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Monday, August 1, 2011

Let Freedom Ring!

Jesus requested of his disciples to take nothing with them for the journey. They were permitted to have a walking stick, but no food, no sack and no money. True freedom is in abandonment, not acquisition.

These were his instructions: “Take nothing for the journey except a staff—no bread, no bag, no money in your belts. Wear sandals but not an extra shirt.” Mark 6:8

By virtue of death and dying, we are all homeless, aren’t we? Each is a wanderer on a journey to a heavenly home. Like the homeless here on earth, let us travel lightly, unburdened by useless and overwhelming amounts of possessions that may be wisely distributed in order to help others. Let us thank God who has planted within our hearts this amazing goal and prize.

Jesus replied, “Foxes have dens and birds have nests, but the Son of Man has no place to lay his head.” Matthew 8:19
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