My Experience Volunteering at Common Ground Church

Gloria Gargadi

PTH 5513: Multicultural Counseling and Social Justice in Systemic Family Therapy

Mr. Tunde Adenola

13th September, 2023

 On Saturday, I volunteered at Common Ground Church to help distribute food to the

homeless. I arrived at the church at 7:00 AM and helped set up the tables and chairs where

the food would be distributed. There were about 20 tables set up, each with a variety of food

items, such as milk, eggs, bread, cereal, canned goods, and frozen vegetables.

After the tables were set up, we prayed and then began distributing the food. There

were a lot of people who came to the food distribution, about 100 in total. Many of them

came with their cars and were able to take a lot of different food items. They were all very

grateful for the food.

In addition to the food distribution, there were also other services available at the

church. There was a tent where people could get their blood pressure checked or talk to a

doctor. There was also a tent where people could pray for guidance or healing.

Another service offered at the church was a clothing giveaway. People could come

and pick out some free clothes. There was also a book giveaway, where people could take as

many books as they wanted.

I really enjoyed my time volunteering at Common Ground Church. It was a great

experience to be able to help those in need. I was also impressed by the many services that

the church offers to the community. I would definitely volunteer there again if I had the

opportunity.

Here are some of my personal reflections on the experience:

 I was moved by the gratitude of the people who came to the food distribution. They

were so appreciative of the food and the other services that were offered.

 I was also impressed by the volunteers who were working at the church. They were all

very dedicated and passionate about helping others.

 I learned a lot about the challenges that homeless people face. It was eye-opening to

see how difficult it can be to get by without a home.

 I am grateful for the opportunity to have volunteered at Common Ground Church. It

was a rewarding experience that I will never forget.

I was particularly struck by one woman who came to the food distribution. She was a

single mother with two young children. She told me that she had lost her job and her home a

few months ago. She was struggling to make ends meet and was worried about how she was

going to feed her children. I was able to help her get some food and other supplies. She was

so grateful for my help. She told me that I had made a real difference in her life.

This experience made me realize the importance of volunteer work. It is a way to

make a real difference in the lives of others. It is also a way to connect with your community

and make new friends. I am grateful for the opportunity to have volunteered at Common

Ground Church. It was a rewarding experience that I will never forget.

In addition to the above, I would also like to add the following:

 I was impressed by the way the church was organized and run. Everything was very

efficient and well-coordinated.

 I was also impressed by the diversity of the people who were volunteering. There

were people from all walks of life, all coming together to help those in need.

 I believe that volunteer work is essential to a healthy community. It is a way to build

relationships, create a sense of belonging, and make a difference in the world.

I am committed to continuing my volunteer work in the future. I believe that it is a way to

make a positive impact on the world and to make a difference in the lives of others.