Shepherd's Heart 11/7/25
Gifts of Impact
This season, you can bring hope, joy, and the love of Christ to our most vulnerable neighbors — near and far. Every gift — big or small — has the power to change a life. From children and seniors to families in need, your generosity reflects the very heart of God: overflowing with compassion, grace, and hope.
God is already at work — across the world and right here in our own neighborhoods —
and He invites us to join Him. Together, we can share His love in tangible ways that
make a real difference in people's everyday lives. Here are just a few of the ways we can make a difference:
and toothpaste — small gifts that make a big difference.
living on just a few dollars a day.
Every opportunity is a chance to say: “You are seen. You are loved. You are not forgotten.”
When we give, we become part of something far greater than ourselves — a movement
of God’s love that transcends distance, circumstance, and need. This is what it means to
be the body of Christ: to see the world’s pain and respond with His compassion.
Let’s make this a season that changes lives — both theirs and ours.
Click here to explore all Gifts of Impact opportunities and collection dates.
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your
Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16
Together, may we shine the light of Christ so brightly that others can’t help but see His
love through us.
With gratitude and joy,
Jeannine Allen
Missional Engagement Executive Minister
This season, you can bring hope, joy, and the love of Christ to our most vulnerable neighbors — near and far. Every gift — big or small — has the power to change a life. From children and seniors to families in need, your generosity reflects the very heart of God: overflowing with compassion, grace, and hope.
God is already at work — across the world and right here in our own neighborhoods —
and He invites us to join Him. Together, we can share His love in tangible ways that
make a real difference in people's everyday lives. Here are just a few of the ways we can make a difference:
- Children across the globe who will receive a shoebox through Operation
- Local families through Bridge Communities, who will experience the dignity and
and toothpaste — small gifts that make a big difference.
- Elderly residents at the DuPage Care Center, whose holiday wish lists remind us
- Children in foster care, who will know they are deeply loved and valued as we
- Students and families at Cherish Watoto in Kenya, who will receive food bags to
living on just a few dollars a day.
Every opportunity is a chance to say: “You are seen. You are loved. You are not forgotten.”
When we give, we become part of something far greater than ourselves — a movement
of God’s love that transcends distance, circumstance, and need. This is what it means to
be the body of Christ: to see the world’s pain and respond with His compassion.
Let’s make this a season that changes lives — both theirs and ours.
Click here to explore all Gifts of Impact opportunities and collection dates.
“Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your
Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16
Together, may we shine the light of Christ so brightly that others can’t help but see His
love through us.
With gratitude and joy,
Jeannine Allen
Missional Engagement Executive Minister