We all possess a special package - a spiritual gift package. It consists of our God given spiritual gift(s), the way we like to work, our passions and life experiences. All of these things combined, create what we do in Christ. It is the answer to the question: to what is God calling me?
Megan Mitchell has taken her life experiences, gifts, and style to create a non-profit ministry, called Girlfriend's Corner. Founded in 2010, after her own treatment for breast cancer, Megan was prompted to bring good out of a bad situation and felt a desire to help other younger women diagnosed with the disease. The mission of Girlfriend's Corner is to give the younger woman diagnosed with breast cancer, undergoing chemotherapy or having a mastectomy, a gift bag that contains many items that helped Megan through her treatment for breast cancer. Valued around $250.00, some of the items included in the gift bag are an iPod Shuffle, pashmina scarf, lip balm, and gift cards, among other items that bring comfort. These women, some of whom are single, young marrieds, young mothers, and even pregnant, need to know that someone acknowledges and understands their journey. During her journey, Megan was supported and helped by others. She also became aware that while there were resources for research, which is good and necessary, there were less resources for younger women diagnosed with cancer. In addition, because of their place in life, many of these women have very limited resources. Treatment can take up to a year or more, so this simple act of kindness shows these women that someone knows where they are and gives them something tangible to show them someone cares.
In 2012, 45 bags were distributed from Girlfriend's Corner through doctor's offices in Wooster, Canton, and Akron. Megan usually does not meet the recipients unless they request a special meeting. She has received much positive feedback from those distributing the bags reassuring her that this is a valuable ministry to many. Funds for the gift bags are raised through small fundraisers or personal donations. In addition, an original bracelet was created for sale to help fund the bags. The bracelet is a subtle reminder for support of the cause or as a support for a loved one who is on or has taken this cancer journey. For more information about purchasing a bracelet you can visit the website www.thegirlfriendscorner.org or Boland Jewelers.
Megan reminds us that we can bring good from our difficult situations and utilize our gifts to serve the Lord in amazing ways! To what is God calling you?
Michelle Vanderzyden
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