More than give thanks

The holidays are a great reminder to be grateful for what we have. To not take things for granted. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we will all soon be taking time to reflect and think upon our blessings.

This season, why don't we take it a step further and express our gratitude and appreciation with a little bit of giving and sharing as well? There are lots of things coming up at IN2 to encourage us all to join in the spirit of thanksgiving and giving:

- November Coat Drive - all through November we will be collecting (gently used) coats, scarves, hats, sweaters, gloves etc. At the end of the month they will be donated to disadvantaged New Yorkers who might otherwise go without.

- Bowery Mission Women's Center Dinner - on November 23, IN2 EM women will be cooking and sharing Thanksgiving dinner with the women and staff at Heartsease Home. (A few more spots are open!)

- Harlem Explorers Fundraiser - this month we will be raising money for the Harlem Explorers Christmas Fair in December. All donations and funds raids will go towards an exciting Christmas program and gifts for the children and families of Harlem Explorers ministry.

Let's do more than give thanks this season. Let's give and share our blessings as well.

By Sera Han, Worship Leader