People serve their communities in many different ways and for many different reasons. Some serve because they want to give back to those who helped them during a rough patch of their own. Some serve because they feel a connection to a certain cause or organization and want to help. Others serve out of obedience to God's calling on their life. Some even volunteer out of obedience to a job or school requirement, an opportunity for a bonus, or a raise.
Volunteering can take on many different aspects. One could volunteer by donating tangible goods that will make life easier for someone who is in a tough place in their life. Folks can also volunteer or serve by making monetary donations to help financially support a cause. Volunteering can also consist of donating time to physically assist an organization. Volunteering, or serving, is flexible; it can be whatever you make it.
Are you currently serving somewhere? What is your "why"? Are you serving to fulfill a requirement? Are you serving out of an abundance of gratefulness and simply wanting to give something of yourself to help others? Or are you serving because you feel God called you to that particular ministry or cause?
Agape Center Lynchburg is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that is 100% volunteer run. There are no paid staff and we try very hard to keep expenses to a minimum. Agape relies on donations and volunteerism. Read below some of the reasons our servers have given as to WHY they volunteer their time at Agape Center Lynchburg, and consider serving with us if you are not already serving somewhere. Click the button below to find out how you can serve at Agape Center Lynchburg!
“My friend was serving at Agape and I was looking for a way to serve my
community.” - Jeannette
“It was a step of obedience to God." - Robin
“I wanted to serve God by giving of my time.” -Linda D.
“I wanted to find a way to serve the Lord that spoke to me.” -Maria
"I was invited by a friend." -Barbara
"I was expecting to simply be a regular donor, but God called me to serve at Agape."
-Kelly