I've had such fun in the past few months hearing from readers of Stepping Into Sunlight.
Folks with some painful challenges are reaching out to show love to others. Serving others from their place of brokenness. Moving toward hope and healing.
The character of Penny Sullivan is being joined by many other "Pennys."
Please feel free to keep sharing your ideas for small acts of love here at this blog: little steps of kindness, creative ways to reach out, experiences you've had with Penny's Project.
Leave a comment during January at THIS POST about your experiences, and you'll be entered to win a free copy of Stepping Into Sunlight to give to a friend!
Blessings!
Sharon Hinck
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Hi! A friend of mine has a son in special forces. He is newly married to a beautiful Christian young woman. A while back I felt led to give her a young and flirty prayer shawl (I don't think they need to be dowdy). I prayed for them as I crocheted- since then, they have gone through some tough and unexpected situations. Anyway, I plan on giving her your book... Pain and suffering can hit even the most "perfect" of Christian families.
Thank you for writing from your heart!
I was given a prayer quilt, and it meant the world to me. Each time I use it, I feel wrapped in love and prayers.
What a GREAT step of love...and what a great friend to give a copy of the book to!
When I was laid up from knee replacement, ankle fusion and more surgery, Mae Nunn - an author - sent me 4 books to read. She also emailed a lot to encourage me as I was stuck at home. She then sent me books again for my birthday when I was still recovering. These were some of her author friends and some of hers. I have started a book sharing now since then and share my books after I read them with others and found out I've known an Amish person for several years and did not know it.
I am a member of Book Buddy.
You recommended Amy Wallace and Virginia Smith's books. I have read several of Virginia's books - all great. I reviewed Amy Wallace's book and passed them all over church and they are still out. Every time I get them back someone else borrows them.
jrs362 (at)hotmail (dot) com
A good friend who "raids" my library regularly and asks for recommendations provided the materials for me to join a dlass being offered at a local church on finances and budgeting. She and her husband were blessed by taking it and she knew I wouldn't be able to afford the materials in my current situation.
My "vision" is to help others in the same situation when I am able to do so by donating the cost of materials for someone who can't afford the class but feels it would benefit them. I think that sometimes the people who could benefit the most from these type of opportunites are unable to participate because of the cost involved and I'd like to be able to help change that for some of them.
I'm also a Book Buddy. Thanks for the recommendations. I have some of them in my pile already and might have to add some of the others I haven't read yet to my wishlist.
Ooops I forgot to leave an email that would be forest_rose[at]yahoo[dot]com
We have just adopted 6 children. Most of the time it is wonderful but sometimes overwhelming. I have a prayer group that is constantly praying for me and encouraging me.
My husband (my best friend) sent me out for supper with my oldest 5 girls. What a night of relaxation and fun!
I'm a book buddy!
Squires, thanks for sharing how books were a comfort to you!
ForstRose, i love that idea of paying for a class for someone. Truly a gift that keeps giving.
Kristy - WOW! that is way more than a "little step of kindness" - adopting six is a huge life-changing commitment! Blessings and thank you for your example of love.
When my sister knows I'm down she leaves little notes around the house for me.
I'm a book buddy.
Thanks,
Cassie
cgreutman at yahoo dot com
HI! One day I had called a friend and left a message on her machine. When she got it she felt I needed a friend to come and visit me. So she changed her plans that day to include me. It was very sweet of her and I was touched.
I am a book buddy!
Blessings Deborah
My 17 year old daughter has given me the greatest gift by allowing me to not be my mother! Rather than being irritated at my shortcomings (as I often am) she embraces my "differences" as the very things that make me unique and interesting.
(I heard about this blog in my Book Buddy email!)
I'm posting this for Betty:
I'm a Book Buddy and I knit stocking caps for fire chaplains to give to people
who must exit their homes during the winter. I'm the first to offer to do this.
I am currently working on cap #14.
Betty L.
Cassie - the idea of little notes is TERRIFIC! It's something everyone can do.
Deborah - you're right. When a friend can just tell me need encouragement and comes over to visit, it's a precious gift.
Knitwit - yes, celebrating someone's unique qualities is a treasure.
Betty - I LOVE that very specific, kind, and tangible act of service. Imagine how many people have been comforted during a time of tragedy because of your act of love.
Spread the word to friends to come and post here for a chance to win a free book - and so we can all keep gathering more ideas for steps of love!
The other day I was driving home from work and my car broke down. It was on a country road between two cities. I had called for a tow truck and was waiting on the side of the road while it continued to get darker and darker. This giant tractor that was going down the cross street behind me stopped. The driver got out and came to my car. He asked me if I was okay and if I needed help. I told him that a tow truck was coming and thanked him for stopping. I was really blessed and touched that this man would do this.
I am a book buddy and loved Stepping Into Sunlight! I'm sorry that you are having health issues and will be praying for you!
Hi, Just Me!
Thanks for sharing.
I've been so blessed by folks stopping to help when our car broke down. Another great example of kindness that can really make a difference when everything feels like it's going wrong.
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