I had the pleasure of working with Sean the majority of the morning. He is a thirty-something autistic man who resides at New Horizons Group Home. He, along with 3 other residents, showed up on Saturday to work in the Community Garden. He methodically filled holes with dirt, moved landscaping block, and piled up discarded tree branches. As we quietly worked side by side I was overcome with joy. My soul was singing. Here we were, working together to serve our community. Together we were providing something fresh for the needy among us. The garden has proven to be this magical place where work and accomplishment can be found regardless of age or ability or status. More than vegetables are growing in the backyard of Bay Life. Worship is flourishing out there.
Looking for a soul song? Contact Eleanor Saunders at esaunders@baylife.org to see how you can grow too.
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