paddy wagon

One thing that we've been trying to create among the homeless that we serve is a sense of community. Often times when wrapping up breakfast on Saturday mornings, I'll encourage the guys to keep an eye on each other and to stick together. I'll also ask about absent guys which not only shows we care about them, but, causes them to be looking out for the absentees. Well it seems to be working. Many times, as we are leaving the park, a group of guys are still there hanging out just talking.

However, the bad part of the story is, that a few days ago, a couple of the guys ran into a couple of other guys in a small parking lot. As they stood there talking a couple other guys showed up, who had beer, and they all stood there talking and drinking beer, next thing you know, three more guys showed up. Then before you can say paddy wagon, the Hollywood Police showed up in force and arrested all 9 of them.

Please pray that God uses this experience to draw them all closer to Him and each other. Please pray that God becomes a bigger and bigger presence in their lives.