On January 12, 2010 the citizens of Haiti were literally shaken to their core by a 7.0 magnitude earthquake. Daily reports have conveyed the tragedy and devastation as people search for loved ones, food, water and shelter. Mothers have unselfishly offered to give their babies to foreign workers so that they might have a better opportunity of survival. Volunteers, support agencies and government aid from around the globe have tirelessly spent the past nine days trying to provide the basics in food and water, as well as, rescue or recover victims trapped beneath the rubble.
As I have watched the nightly news coverage, I am awed by the practical compassion demonstrated from ordinary people around the world. They have temporarily stepped away from the security of their lives to willingly give, serve and comfort hurting people. I personally believe that this can only arise from a deep call within; which reveres the value of human life and humanity. Our true worth in time and talents can never be measured by what we get for them, but by how we are willing to serve.
The many volunteers in Haiti are a reminder that human service is the most sustaining resource available to mankind.

Submitted By: Cherie Anderson