Spirit Sunday * We are all connected
When something terrible happens in the world, we all seem to remember – with almost no effort – that we are all brothers and sisters. We are alike in so many more ways than we could ever be different. And we are all connected – interdependent – in this global economy.
Take a moment today to think about how connected you are to Haiti. Play the “Six Degrees of Separation” game, and figure out how closely connected you are.
I am connected to Haiti. Long ago, I was on a cruise ship that docked in Haiti for a full day. I spent money in the market, I hired two guides to help me ride a donkey to a historic site, and I got a really bad sunburn. It is a beautiful country, with friendly, happy people.
I am connected to Haiti today. With a group of internet friends, I support a school in rural Haiti. The school not only teaches the children, it provides a community building, community leaders (teachers), and two meals a day for the children.
~ Sheri, member
When you find your connections, take some action to help. Donating money has never been easier (seriously – text HAITI to 90999, and a $10 donation to the Red Cross will show up on your cell phone bill – kudos to whoever arranged that because it’s brilliant), and the best disaster relief is provided by the big names you already know, as well as the groups that already work in Haiti.
Honor the connection by saying a prayer for, or sending good thoughts or positive energy to, the people of Haiti, and the people who are there to help.
We are all connected. We are all brothers and sisters.
