Helping Without Hurting in Church Benevolence: A Practical Guide to Walking with Low-Income People
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Helping Without Hurting in Church Benevolence: A Practical Guide to Walking with Low-Income People
Change does not happen overnight,
Ask the Holy Spirit for wisdom and discernment
the highly stressful environment of low-income urban neighborhoods can cause trauma.
to automatically think, feel, and act in ways that are consistent with the system’s racist messages.
We get to celebrate Christ’s conquering of abusive or exploitive people, oppressive systems, and demonic forces.
it is an ongoing problem.
The way Chicago built "city projects" (housing)...
your benevolence ministry is often the front door through which people enter into this incredible family!
“Yes, we can help you, but only if you are open to exploring with us the reasons you are struggling to pay your bill and to doing what is needed to avoid this problem in the future. Can we help you make the necessary changes in your life?”