I received a phone call from a woman in Eugene asking questions about how to start Love INC there. After I hung up, I mentioned to LaCheri that I was encouraged that Lane County was working towards a Love INC. Within two minutes an office volunteer came out and asked if I had said "Lane County". When I told her "yes", she said, "wow, a man just called from Springfield and he needs a bed. Do you think the person you spoke with would help him?" I told her I didn't know but would call right back...

There are times when we get calls in the office which make us feel helpless. A client called this week who suffers from a severe mental illness.

How does the Bible tell us to show love to one another? It says that we should be willing to give our lives.

Usually we think of that as dying physically for someone else. However, we can die to our own desires and wishes on behalf of someone else as well. This month an older woman gives up her desires to have time for herself and picks up children three times a week. It would be far easier for her to say that she's too busy. But she doesn't-she gives up her own wants for someone else's need. Other wonderful volunteers are helping a single mom-her children have head lice and they need help with combing their hair. That is not a fun job but it is showing love.

As noon approached on December 5, the excitement built. Knollbrook Church had been transformed into a store with many toys, Christmas decorations, wrapping stations, and even bicycles for children. Those whose appointments were at noon, waited eagerly for the doors to open.

A few months ago some of you may remember that we were able to transport a manufactured home to Corvallis for a single mom and her daughter. Read full story...

Have you ever wondered, "Who are those people who answer all the calls in the office? How on earth do they know what to say? Where do they come from?" Read full story...

"I've heard my share of preaching and spent countless hours in church and religious education. On Friday, August 29th, I experienced what heaven is: unconditional love, unlimited abundance, unabashed welcome. and some great food." Read full story...