Brad Tholen’s life was forever changed in 2016 when Hurricane Matthew struck the Lowcountry. In the aftermath, he encountered Samaritan’s Purse for the first time. As he watched volunteers bring aid and heartfelt support to families in crisis, he felt a calling take root.
As we prepare our hearts for the coming of Jesus, we are reminded of the joy proclaimed to the shepherds that first Christmas. This joy isn’t fleeting or shallow. It’s a deep and abiding gift from God, meant to sustain us even in life’s toughest moments.
For Bev and her husband, Ed, serving with the Lowcountry Food Pantry team is more than a volunteer duty—it is a call to serve.
Christmas isn’t just a season of love—it’s a celebration of God’s ultimate love story. As we sing familiar carols and share joyful moments, let’s remember the love that began it all. This Christmas, may we embrace the gift of God’s love, let it transform us, and share it with a world in need.
Advent invites us to reflect, celebrate, and share. Who will you share this hope with as you go about your week?
Read Lauren and Gary’s stories of answering the call to be the hands and feet of Jesus after disaster struck the southeast.
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