Oil Change Ministry


This past Saturday, Hesston MB church hosted a free oil change for single moms, widows, and those in need. We worked in partnership with Lord's Lubers based out of Valley Center. There was a great article published in The Hesston Record (see a previous blog post) prior to the event. I was pleased with the day. It was an idea that God put on my heart to reach out to our community with His love. It all started about a year ago so I was glad to see it come to fruition. Through many conversations and discussions, we worked through the details.

My church has been very supportive through workers, finances, and prayer. On Saturday, we had perfect weather. It was not too hot and not too cold. Thank you God for a beautiful morning! During the morning, cars would have their windows cleaned and cars vacuumed out. Then they would have their oil changed, oil filter replaced and other fluids checked and filled if needed. While cars were being worked on, people could wait in our church foyer where tasty goodies of coffee cakes, cinnamon rolls, & donuts with drinks were provided. Several ladies from our church where inside to visit while people waited. I am glad to report that what I envisioned in my head played out on Saturday.

Here are the stats:

21 cars had oil changed
10 guys from Hesston MB worked hard outside
10 ladies from Hesston MB worked inside or provided food/drink
5 guys from Lord's Lubers worked hard, provided supervision, input, & supplies

I want to give God glory for a great day of ministry to our Hesston community! I will pray about the possibility of doing another oil change in the future.

Comments

  1. DebOctober 19, 2010 at 8:35 PM

    Yes, what a blessing to those who came and to those who worked serving others!

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